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Mississippi Pedestrian Accident Lawyer

Hit by a car while walking in Mississippi? Get a free, no-obligation case evaluation from experienced attorneys who fight for pedestrian rights.

Crosswalk Law: Basic
Filing Deadline: 3 years
Fatality Rate: 3.1 per 100k
3 years
Statute of Limitations
90+
Annual Fatalities
3.1 per 100k
Death Rate
$0
Upfront Cost

Mississippi Crosswalk Laws

Basic Pedestrian Protections

Pedestrians in crosswalks have right-of-way. Drivers must yield but enforcement is limited.

Right-of-Way Rules

Pedestrians must yield when crossing outside crosswalks.

Mississippi Pedestrian Accident Laws

Statute of Limitations: 3 years

In Mississippi, you have 3 years from the date of your pedestrian accident to file a lawsuit.

Fault System: Pure comparative fault

Mississippi uses pure comparative fault. You can recover damages even if partially at fault, reduced by your percentage of fault.

Minimum Insurance

Mississippi requires minimum coverage of $25,000/$50,000/$25,000. These minimums often aren't enough for serious pedestrian injuries.

Dangerous Areas in Mississippi

Jackson State Street
Highway 49 corridor
Gulf Coast Highway 90

What Makes Mississippi Unique

  • Limited pedestrian infrastructure
  • Rural areas especially dangerous
  • High speed limits on arterials

Cities We Serve in Mississippi

Jackson
MS
Gulfport
MS
Southaven
MS
Biloxi
MS

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