Catastrophic Injury Attorney in Madison, MS
Recovering Over $300 Million for Injured Mississippians Since 1980
Coxwell & Associates has been advocating for injured Mississippians since 1980. Our practice focuses on personal injury and criminal defense, and we bring a dedicated, family-oriented approach to every catastrophic injury case we handle for clients in Madison, Mississippi, and the surrounding areas.
If you or someone you love has suffered a catastrophic injury, call our serious injury attorneys today at (601) 265-7766 for a free consultation. We’re ready to review your situation and can explain your options.
A Track Record Built on Results
We’ve recovered over $300 million for personal injury clients across Mississippi. That total reflects years of concentrated work in personal injury law, not a general practice spread across dozens of unrelated areas. Our attorneys bring more than 70 years of combined legal experience and have been recognized by Super Lawyers, the National Trial Lawyers, and the Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum.
We make our case results available to prospective clients because transparency matters. You shouldn’t have to hire an attorney before knowing what kind of outcomes they’ve achieved. Our commitment to the Madison community also extends beyond the courtroom: we contribute to local organizations like Stewpot because we believe in the people we serve.
Where Madison Catastrophic Injury Cases Are Heard
Civil lawsuits exceeding $250,000 in Madison County are heard in the Madison County Circuit Court, located in Canton, Mississippi. Catastrophic injury claims often reach or exceed that threshold given the severity of the injuries and the long-term costs involved. Knowing that venue, its procedures, and its expectations is a practical advantage when building a serious injury case.
Interstate 55 runs through Madison County, making it a corridor where serious motor vehicle crashes occur. Car, truck, and motorcycle collisions along that route have produced some of the most severe injuries our clients have faced. If your injury arose from a crash on I-55 or anywhere else in the county, our catastrophic injury lawyers are prepared to pursue your claim in the appropriate forum.
Compensation in a Madison County Catastrophic Injury Case
The financial consequences of a catastrophic injury extend well beyond the initial hospital bill. A serious injury claim can seek compensation for past and future medical expenses, lost wages, reduced earning capacity, and pain and suffering. Home modifications, such as wheelchair ramps or widened doorways, may also be recoverable costs.
A life care plan is a document prepared by medical and financial professionals that projects the care, equipment, and treatment a victim will need over their lifetime, adjusted for medical cost inflation. Courts and insurers treat a well-prepared life care plan as meaningful evidence of the full scope of a victim’s losses. We work to incorporate that kind of documentation into cases where it applies.
Mississippi Legal Rules That Affect Your Claim
Mississippi’s general statute of limitations for personal injury claims is three years from the date of injury, under Miss. Code Ann. § 15-1-49. Waiting too long can forfeit your right to recover anything, regardless of how strong your claim might otherwise be.
Two rules deserve particular attention:
- Claims against government entities: These carry a shorter filing deadline and require advance written notice to the entity before a lawsuit can proceed. Missing this step can end a claim before it begins.
- Pure comparative negligence: Under Miss. Code Ann. § 11-7-15, Mississippi allows an injured person to recover damages even if they were partially or mostly at fault. Recovery is reduced by their percentage of fault, but it isn’t eliminated. This rule matters in cases where the opposing party argues shared responsibility.
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Don’t wait to learn what your claim may be worth. Contact Coxwell & Associates at (601) 265-7766 to schedule your free consultation with a serious injury attorney serving Madison, Mississippi.
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