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Browse personal injury lawyers serving Hernando, Mississippi. Contact information and addresses listed below.
2 attorneys listed
Updated May 2026
Hernando, MS
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Showing 2 personal injury lawyers in Hernando, MS
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Chatham Gilder Howell Pittman PLLC
291 Losher St, Hernando, MS 38632
(662) 429-1027 thelawyersthatlisten.com
NST Law Injury Attorneys
2475 Memphis St, Hernando, MS 38632
(662) 490-2760 nstlaw.com
If you have been injured due to someone else's negligence in Hernando Mississippi a personal injury lawyer can help you pursue compensation for medical bills lost wages and pain and suffering. Mississippi law generally gives you three years from the date of the accident to file a personal injury lawsuit under the statute of limitations found in Mississippi Code Section 15-1-49. Hernando residents benefit from working with a lawyer familiar with DeSoto County courts and local procedures.
What Does a Personal Injury Lawyer in Hernando Cost?
Most personal injury lawyers in Mississippi work on a contingency fee basis. This means they only get paid if you win your case. The typical fee is between 33 percent and 40 percent of the settlement or court award. Some lawyers charge a lower percentage if the case settles before a lawsuit is filed. You may also be responsible for costs like filing fees and expert witness fees. This is general information and not legal advice.
* Cost estimates are general ranges based on publicly available data and compiled using automated research tools. Actual fees vary by attorney and case complexity. This is not legal advice — consult directly with an attorney for fee specifics.
Frequently Asked Questions
What types of personal injury cases does a Hernando lawyer handle?
A Hernando personal injury lawyer typically handles car accidents truck accidents slip and fall incidents dog bites and medical malpractice cases. They also handle wrongful death claims and product liability cases. Each case type has specific legal rules in Mississippi.
How long do I have to file a personal injury lawsuit in Mississippi?
In Mississippi the general statute of limitations for personal injury cases is three years from the date of the injury. This is set by Mississippi Code Section 15-1-49. If you miss this deadline you may lose your right to sue.
What is the pure comparative fault rule in Mississippi?
Mississippi follows a pure comparative fault rule. This means you can recover damages even if you are partially at fault for the accident. However your compensation is reduced by your percentage of fault. For example if you are 30 percent at fault you can recover 70 percent of your damages.
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