MISSISSIPPI ACCIDENT STATISTICS (2006)

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In 2006 Mississippi saw a two percent decrease in traffic accidents fatalities, scaling down from 931 to 911 deaths. The leading cause of fatal accidents, and other traffic accidents in general, was due to negligent acts such as speeding. Over 70 percent of those killed in traffic accidents are drivers; over 20 percent killed were passengers, and pedestrians accounted for about six percent of fatalities.

The majority of fatal accidents in Mississippi, about 40 percent, involved more than one vehicle colliding with another. But, second in line, with 36 percent of fatal accidents, involved a collision with a fixed object, such as guardrails or telephone poles.

Of those killed in Mississippi traffic accidents, 585 individuals killed, or 64 percent of decedents, were less than 45 years old. Further, 375 individuals, or 41 percent of deaths, were the result of alcohol-related accidents. Additionally, contrary to popular belief, about 90 percent of fatal traffic accidents occurred in normal driving conditions, free from rain, sleet or snow.

Mississippi Large Truck Accident Statistics (2006)

In 2006 there were a total of 1,218 large truck accidents in Mississippi. Of those accidents, 81 were fatal and 1,137 were non-fatal. Of the fatal accidents, 90 individuals were killed; of the non-fatal accidents, 518 accidents caused injury and 856 injuries resulted. The majority of all large truck accidents in Mississippi occurred on interstates and highways.

Mississippi Bus Accident Statistics (2006)

There were a total of 20 bus accidents in Mississippi in 2006. Of those accidents, three were fatal, and 17 were non-fatal, seven of which caused injury. Of all of these bus accidents, three people were killed and 22 injuries resulted.

Truck Accident Lawyers

Large truck accidents continue to rise in number every year, and it is already estimated that someone is either killed or injured in a large truck accident every 20 minutes. Because of such statistics, the federal government created the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) that regulates the trucking industry. The FMCSA has created the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations (FMCSR), which are a set of rules that truck drivers and companies must comply with when operating trucks between states.

When the Regulations are not followed, truck accidents often result. An experienced Mississippi personal injury lawyer who is familiar with truck accident cases will be able to determine if the FMCSRs were followed. A personal injury attorney also has the ability to get important records from a truck company or truck driver to help determine possible violations of the Regulations. Please call 1-866-650-6363 to speak with truck accident attorney John Page to talk about your specific case. You can also fill out an online contact form, and John Page will reply immediately to your truck accident questions and concerns.

Mississippi Interstates & Highways

Mississippi road transportation is provided through several Interstate Highways as well as U.S. Routes.

The following are seven main interstates used:

I-10 (east/ west);
I-20 (east/ west);
I-55 (north/ south);
I-59 (northeast/ southwest);
I-69 (northeast/ southwest);
I-110 (north/ south);
I-220 (loop around Jackson).

State travelers also use the fourteen U.S. Routes that cross through Mississippi, in addition to numerous state highways.

Mississippi Facts

Mississippi is located in the Deep South region of the United States and borders Tennessee, Alabama, Louisiana and the Gulf of Mexico. Mississippi is the 32nd largest state in America, covering almost 50,000 square miles. The state is also the 31st most populated with just less than three million residents. The state’s capital and largest city is Jackson.

Mississippi Transportation

In addition to the state's complex highway systems, Mississippi offers rail, water and air transportation services.

Railway passenger travel is primarily provided through Amtrak, but the state is also served by several freight railroads. The following railroad companies provide services throughout Mississippi: Canadian National Railway's Illinois Central Railroad, BNSF Railway, Kansas City Southern Railway, Norfolk Southern Railway and CSX.

Mississippi water transport is mainly conducted through the state’s largest rivers, including the Big Black River, Mississippi River, Pascagoula River, Pearl River and Yazoo River. However, several lakes, such as the Arkabutla and Grenada, also provide operational waters.

The two majors airports in Mississippi are the Gulfport-Biloxi Regional Airport and Jackson International Airport.

Mississippi Cities

Major cities in Mississippi include:
Biloxi/ Canton/ Clarksdale/ Cleveland/ Clinton/ Columbus/ Corinth/ Greenville/ Gulfport/ Hattiesburg/ Jackson/ McComb/ Moss Point/ Meridian/ Natchez/ Oxford/ Pascagoula/ Pearl/ Southaven/ Starkville/ Tupelo/ Vicksburg

Mississippi Counties

Mississippi Department of Transportation Information:

MDOT General
401 North West Street
Jackson, MS 39201
P.O. Box 1850
Jackson, MS 39215- 1850

Tupelo District Headquarters
1909 N. Gloster
Street Tupelo, MS
38803
P.O. Box 2060
Tupelo, MS 38803- 2060

Batesville District Headquarters 150 Highway 51N
Batesville, MS
38606
P.O. Box 660
Batesville, MS 38606

Additional Important Information

General Information Traffic Information (601) 359-7001
District Specific Transportation Information:
District 1 - Tupelo (662) 842-1122
District 2 - Batesville (662)-563-4541
District 3 - Yazoo City (662) 746-2513
District 5 - Newton (601) 683-3341
District 6 - Hattiesburg (601) 544-6511
District 7 - McComb (601) 684-2111

If you are involved in a truck accident, you need an experienced Mississippi truck accident attorney that handles tractor trailer accident cases on your side. You and your family need protection from the truck company and their insurance company. Trucking companies often destroy documents that are crucial to the truck accident in question. An experienced personal injury lawyer can stop the truck company from destroying these documents.

Because of the serious nature of truck accidents and the destruction of evidence that goes on, attorney John Page can be reached toll free, 24 hours a day at 1-866-650-6363. Call me personally and I will immediately alert our truck accident team and begin taking the same steps as the truck company and their insurance company. The call and consultation are free. There is no fee unless we recover for you.

You can also contact us for a free consultation by completing our online truck accident evaluation form.