There are several ways a person can commit securities fraud in Mississippi, but they all come down to one thing: illegally manipulating the market for personal gain. The federal government strongly enforces securities laws, and violators can face harsh penalties,...
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What is involuntary manslaughter, and how is it committed?
Homicide crimes are among the most serious in Mississippi and elsewhere. One of those crimes is involuntary manslaughter. If you face charges, you should understand the elements and the importance of having a strong defense. What is involuntary manslaughter?...
A DUI may mean trouble at work
If you are charged or convicted of DUI in Mississippi, it could change the trajectory of your entire life. Depending on the facts of your case, you could spend time in jail. Even if you aren't sentenced to jail or prison time, a DUI might make your life more difficult...
NHTSA releases grim 2021 accident report
The roads in Mississippi and around the country are getting deadlier. Traffic accident deaths have generally been on the rise since 2011, and they now kill more Americans than gun violence, suicide and other types of incidents combined. Improvements in road design and...
Stay safe while driving this summer
During the summer months, Mississippi roads tend to be busier than usual as people flock to beaches and other destinations. It's also a time when younger drivers are more likely to be on the road because they are on extended school breaks. Understanding how to account...
Sharing the roads for safety
Being a good driver is often about consideration. Operating a vehicle safely might be a driver’s top responsibility, and being a considerate, conscientious driver may help improve road safety. Sharing the road with others reflects one way Mississippi motorists could...
The tragedy of dunk driving crashes
Decades of awareness campaigns played a role in discouraging many people from drinking and driving. Still, numerous people continue to get behind the wheel while under the influence despite the dangers, resulting in several arrests and accidents in Mississippi each...
The latest on Mississippi cocaine laws: What you need to know
If you are arrested for cocaine possession in Mississippi, you need to understand the laws that apply to your case. Basically, you risk a felony charge, but your sentence will be based on several different factors. Here's what to expect. The criminality of cocaine in...
Personal Injury and Traffic Deaths in Hattiesburg, MS
Americans returning to the road in 2021 saw an increase in risky behaviors. The number of traffic deaths in the U.S. leaped to 43,000, and the Governors Highway Safety Association (GHSA) blamed the increase on impaired driving, speeding and other unsafe behaviors like...
Invoking the right to remain silent
Under the United States Constitution, anyone accused of a crime has the right to remain silent. Not everyone knows their rights, resulting in the suspects incriminating themselves. Even those familiar with the Miranda rights and, in particular, the right to remain...