Personal Injury ~ Car Wreck ~ 18 Wheeler Crash ~ Motorcycle Accident ~

To determine if you have a valid car accident claim, you'll want to consider the following key factors:

• Clear fault: If the other driver was clearly negligent (e.g., ran a red light, rear-ended you), your claim is likely valid.

• Shared fault: In states like Mississippi (which uses pure comparative negligence), you can still recover damages even if you were partially at fault—your compensation is just reduced by your percentage of fault.

You typically need one or more of the following:

• Physical injuries (whiplash, broken bones, etc.)

• Lost wages or loss of earning capacity

• Medical bills (present and future)

A strong claim will have:

• Police report
• Photos of the accident and damage
• Medical records
• Witness statements
• Insurance information from the other driver

• In Mississippi, you generally have 3 years from the date of the accident to file a personal injury or property damage lawsuit (Miss. Code § 15-1-49).

• Claims filed after this window will be dismissed.

You can file a claim through:

• The at-fault driver’s liability insurance

• Your own uninsured/underinsured motorist coverage

• Speak to a personal injury attorney at Khalaf & Nguyen to evaluate your case.

• Don’t settle too early—insurance companies may offer a quick payout that’s much less than you deserve.

• Document everything — your treatment, expenses, symptoms, and how the accident affects your life.

Car accident settlements are often significantly higher when a skilled attorney is involved. 

Why Settlements Are Higher with a Car Accident Lawyer:

• Khalaf & Nguyen know how to calculate all damages: medical bills, lost wages, future treatment, pain and suffering, emotional distress, and loss of enjoyment of life.

• Insurance adjusters often undervalue claims, especially if you’re unrepresented.

• Insurance companies know that attorneys are willing (and able) to take the case to court, which pressures them to offer more to avoid trial.

• Without a lawyer, you’re seen as less likely to sue, so you may be lowballed.

• Saying the wrong thing to an adjuster, missing deadlines, or not documenting injuries properly can hurt your case.

• A lawyer prevents these pitfalls and protects your legal rights.

• Khalaf & Nguyen often work with accident reconstruction experts, doctors, and economists to build a strong case and prove damages.

• Working with an experienced Mississippi car accident attorney like Khalaf & Nguyen can maximize your compensation and help you avoid being taken advantage of. It costs nothing upfront — Khalaf & Nguyen work on a contingency fee, meaning we only get paid if you do.