Personal Injury Lawyers in Ridgeland, MS

Helping the Wrongfully Injured in the Ridgeland Area

A serious accident can change the course of your life in a matter of seconds. It could leave you or your loved one dealing with stacks of medical bills, lost paychecks, and significant pain and suffering. If you are injured due to the negligence or misconduct of another, it is only fair that you be reimbursed for your medical expenses and other legal damages by the party responsible for causing your injuries. Unfortunately, defendants and insurers can make the claims process challenging. , 

At the Hancock Law Firm, PLLC, our Ridgeland personal injury attorneys have the civil litigation experience needed to negotiate a fair settlement or seek an adequate jury verdict in court, if that is what it takes to make sure you are fully compensated for your injuries. We know what to do to hold negligent defendants and big insurance companies accountable for doing what is right. Call us today for a free, no-obligation review of your case. 

We Handle the Full Range of Personal Injury Cases in Mississippi

With more than five decades of collective experience, our Ridgeland, MS personal injury lawyers have the skills and knowledge to help clients with the full range of accident claims. There is no case too large or too small to set up a free consultation with our attorneys. We will make sure that your claim is handled properly. Our personal injury practice encompasses a wide range of negligence and intentional torts, including:

• Car Accidents
• Truck Accidents
• Motorcycle Accidents
• Bicycle Accidents
• Pedestrian Accidents
• Boating Accidents
• Slip, Trip & Fall
• Negligent Security
• Assault
• Defective Products
• Wrongful Death

All Serious Accidents Require a Comprehensive Investigation

For the most part, personal injury and wrongful death claims are based on negligence. To hold another party (or their insurance company) liable for your injuries, you must prove fault. It is essential that a comprehensive, detailed-driven investigation is initiated as soon as possible after a serious accident. Our personal injury lawyer in Ridgeland is ready to get started working on your case immediately. We will gather and assemble all of the evidence that you need to prove liability.

Know the Statute of Limitations: Personal Injury Claims in Mississippi

In Mississippi, the statute of limitations for most personal injury claims is three years from the date of the incident. If you fail to take action within the allotted three-year statute of limitations, you could be denied an opportunity to pursue financial compensation for your injuries. Be proactive: Call a Ridgeland, MS personal injury lawyer right away after a serious accident. 

Recovering Top Compensation in Mississippi Personal Injury Cases

Most cases of personal injury or wrongful death in Mississippi settle out of court without having to go to trial, but it is nevertheless essential to begin preparing a case for trial from the very start. Insurance companies will not settle for the full amount unless they believe they face a bigger risk of going to trial and losing. This means that in order for the insurance company to settle, they need to know that you are represented by a team of experienced trial lawyers who are preparing your case for trial and who have a record of going to court and winning sizable verdicts and judgments in cases like yours. That is exactly what you will have at our firm. Our Ridgeland, MS personal injury lawyers are prepared to help you seek financial compensation for: 

• Ambulance fees, 
• Emergency room treatment;
• Medical bills; 
• Physical therapy; 
• Mental health counseling; 
• Lost wages; 
• Loss of long-term earning potential;
• Pain and suffering;
• Disfigurement; 
• Disability; and
• Wrongful death. 

You Can Rely On the Ridgeland Injury Attorney at Hancock Law Firm

Personal injury claims are complicated. You and your family do not have to go through the claims process alone. We at the Hancock Law Firm have extensive experience litigating civil and criminal matters in Mississippi state and federal courts. Among other things, our Ridgeland, MS personal injury attorneys are prepared to: 

• Conduct a free, comprehensive review of your case;
• Answer questions and explain your options; 
• Investigate your accident, gathering the evidence needed to prove fault;
• Handle all paperwork and correspondence with insurance companies; and
• Take aggressive action to get you and your family the best outcome. 

We are focused on maximizing your financial recovery. Our dedicated team is committed to helping you recover compensation for your present and future medical bills, lost wages if you missed work or became disabled, pain and suffering, and other damages allowed by law. We work to see that you receive the best compensation package available to meet your needs.

Get Help Today with Your Personal Injury Claim in Ridgeland

At Hancock Law Firm, PLLC, our Mississippi personal injury attorneys are devoted to protecting the rights and interests of injured victims and their families. If you or a loved one were injured in a car or truck accident, a slip and fall on someone’s dangerous property, or in any other case of negligence or wrongful conduct, contact Hancock Law Firm for help. Our law firm provides free, no-obligation initial consultations. With an office in Ridgeland, we represent injured victims throughout the region, including in Jackson, Canton, Flora, Flowood, Brandon, and Clinton.