it costs you
nothing to hire us
You won’t pay us anything out of pocket to work on your personal injury case. And there are no fees until we win for you.
3,000 +
clients helped
We are honored to have represented generations of families over our 30 year history. Most of our cases come to us through a referral from a friend or family member.
We have won 99%
of our clients’ cases
We have achieved settlements or favorable jury verdicts for 99% of our personal injury clients.
We focus only
on personal injury
Our goal is to do one thing, and do it well. We have a tried and true plan to get you the maximum recovery in your case.
Ridgeland Car Accident Lawyer
Why Choose The Hamilton Law Firm?
At The Hamilton Law Firm, we are dedicated to providing personalized representation to you. You are not just another number at our firm. We know you and your case, and we advocate for you based on your specific injuries and circumstances. Our extensive experience and proven track record of securing substantial verdicts and settlements for our Ridgeland personal injury clients ensures that you have a strong advocate fighting for your rights. We are here to secure the best possible result on your wreck, and our Ridgeland car wreck lawyers understand the challenges you face and are here to support you every step of the way.
At The Hamilton Law Firm, we understand the life-altering consequences that can result from a car accident. If you’ve been injured in a car wreck due to someone else’s negligence, you need an experienced and dedicated team to fight for your rights and secure the compensation you deserve.
Experienced Lawyers for Car Accident Victims in Ridgeland
Whether you have been rear-ended on Ridgewood Road, had someone run a stop sign on Jackson Avenue and collide with you, or whether someone ran a light on County Line Road and t-boned you, we have handled countless cases around Ridgeland’s most dangerous intersections and have helped clients recover for their injuries. Our track record speaks for itself. We have obtained numerous million and multi-million dollar verdicts and settlements for our injury clients. However, we are committed to helping all car accident victims, regardless of the size of their case. You do not need to have a million-dollar case for us to assist you.
Having helped countless auto accident injury victims in Ridgeland over the years, we know every road and intersection in the City of Ridgeland, where we have maintained offices for more than 15 years. While we have obtained a number of million and multi-million-dollar verdicts and settlements for Ridgeland car accident clients, we frequently assist clients with cases of all sizes. Simply put, you do not have to have a million-dollar case to get top-notch representation from our firm of Ridgeland car accident lawyers.
It costs nothing to discuss your case, and we handle your case without any upfront costs or expenses.
Individual Case Results
Recent Verdicts and Settlement Obtained by The Hamilton Law Firm for Its Personal Injury Clients
Accident
Recovery for our client hit by a commercial vehicle who suffered injuries to their hip, and spine, and suffered a traumatic brain injury.
Accident
Recovery for client who was rear-ended on Interstate 20 by a commercial vehicle, which resulted in back injury resulting in drop foot.
Accident
Client suffered spinal cord injuries as a passenger in a vehicle that overturned due to driver’s intoxication.
Accident
Recovery for client who was injured in Rankin County intersection collision where passenger vehicle ran the red light and caused numerous lower body fractures requiring surgery.
& Bad Faith Insurance
Client was struck while on the side of the road. Injuries included a broken leg and fractured hip. Client’s own insurer, under an underinsured motorist claim, refused to pay $200,000 policy limits…
Accident
Eighty-five (85) year old client suffered broken hip, which required surgery and extensive rehabilitation, when a passenger vehicle failed to yield the right-of-way as it was exiting gas station.
Meet Kevin
Our Managing Partner, R. Kevin Hamilton, personally oversees every case that the firm handles on behalf of our personal injury clients. Kevin is a known throughout the State of Mississippi as one of the premier personal injury attorneys, and has the record to back it up, having obtained outstanding results for his clients for more than twenty-plus years of practice.
In fact, the State’s largest group of personal injury lawyers, with more than 800 members, the Mississippi Association for Justice (formerly known as the Mississippi Trial Lawyers Association) selected him as Trial Lawyer of the Year in 2011, which made him the youngest ever recipient of the highest award that a personal injury lawyer can receive.
Read More About Kevin
Legal Memberships & Awards
Client Reviews & Testimonials
You don’t just have to take our word for it….
This is a great law firm they work for you literally. Using Hamilton Law Firm was a great decision. Kevin Hamilton went above and beyond to make sure my husband and I were satisfied. I can honestly say that if you need a lawyer KEVIN HAMILTON is the guy for you...
I was recently involved in a car accident and I hired Mr. Hamilton as my attorney and I love and appreciate how he and his team handled my case and how they kept me informed, noted about everything, always answered my calls and emails, and even took time out of their day to assist me...
Kevin Hamilton is one of the best lawyers Meridian has to offer. He is patient and very responsive to all questions and concerns. He works hard to get you exactly what you deserve and makes the necessary adjustments to fit your schedule. Kevin takes on cases that most other lawyers would deny... & WINS!
My experience with the Hamilton Law Firm was a wonderful one. Everyone there was very knowledgeable and understanding. They worked hard and got me the best results. Thanks again Kevin Hamilton and your team.
Hamilton Law Firm is very professional. Communication and updates on my case were awesome throughout the process. I believe the Firm went above and beyond to represent on my behalf. I will recommend the Hamilton Law Firm to my close family and friends.
I guarantee once you have used their service you too will look no further. They respond in an extremely timely matter and are very knowledgeable, and trustworthy. There is no other place that will work as hard for you. I could not have been happier. I will never go anywhere else...
I Understand What You’re Going Through.
Ridgeland
Personal Injury Attorneys
How We Can Help You
At The Hamilton Law Firm, we provide comprehensive support to car accident victims, including:
- Investigating the Accident: Conducting thorough investigations to gather all pertinent facts and evidence surrounding your case.
- Taking Statements: Collecting witness statements and documenting all relevant details to build a strong case.
- Obtaining Important Evidence: Securing critical evidence such as accident scene photos, property damage photos, police reports, and medical records.
- Retaining Experts: Working with accident reconstructionists, vocational rehabilitation counselors, medical professionals, and other experts to help give you the strongest case possible.
- Dealing with the Insurance Company: Handling all communications and negotiations with insurance companies about your injuries to ensure your case is positioned to receive appropriate settlement offers from the insurers.
- Pressing Your Case Forward: If the insurance company is unwilling to settle on fair terms, we are prepared to take your case to court to fight for the compensation you deserve.
Common Causes of Car Wrecks in Ridgeland, Mississippi
Car accidents can occur for various reasons, often due to the reckless or negligent actions of another driver. Some of the most common causes include:
- Rear-End Collisions: Often caused by distracted driving, tailgating, or sudden stops.
- Running Stop Signs: Drivers who ignore stop signs, especially at busy intersections.
- Running Red Lights: Drivers who run red lights, leading to dangerous intersection collisions.
- Distracted Driving: Including texting, talking on the phone, or other distractions that take the driver’s attention away from the road.
- Driving Under the Influence (DUI): Impaired drivers pose a significant risk to everyone on the road.
- Improper Lane Changes: Not checking blind spots or signaling can lead to collisions.
Where Ridgeland and Madison Car Wrecks Happen
Our Ridgeland office at 403 Towne Center Blvd., Suite D2, sits just off Lake Harbour Drive, in the middle of the corridor where most of our Madison County car accident cases arise: I-55 between County Line Road and the Gluckstadt exits, Highway 51 and Highland Colony Parkway, Lake Harbour Drive, Old Canton Road and Rice Road in Ridgeland, and the Madison Avenue and Main Street corridor in Madison. Crashes in this area are worked by the Ridgeland Police Department, the Madison Police Department or the Madison County Sheriff’s Department, and we obtain the crash report, body-camera footage and any intersection or business video as soon as we are retained.
Hit-and-Run Accidents
Leaving the scene of an injury crash is a crime in Mississippi, but the criminal case does not pay your bills. When the driver is identified, the flight itself is evidence of fault. When the driver is never found, your own uninsured motorist coverage treats the unidentified vehicle as uninsured, which makes a prompt police report and early video canvass essential. See our uninsured motorist guide.
Drunk-Driving Accidents
A wreck caused by an impaired driver can support punitive damages under Mississippi law, and the usual cap on punitive damages does not apply when the defendant was under the influence. We obtain the arrest report, chemical test results and the DUI court file, and evaluate whether a bar or store that served a visibly intoxicated person shares responsibility. Your civil claim does not wait for the criminal case.
Distracted-Driving and Texting Accidents
Texting while driving is illegal in Mississippi, and phone distraction is behind a growing share of rear-end and lane-departure crashes on I-55 and Highway 51. We send a preservation letter immediately and subpoena the driver’s phone records once suit is filed; when the driver was working, the employer may be liable as well.
Rear-End Collisions
The following driver is at fault in nearly every rear-end crash, but insurers still argue sudden stops and “low-speed” impacts. Neck, back and shoulder injuries from rear-end collisions are real and often worsen over the following weeks, which is why we insist on full medical evaluation before any settlement discussion. If the insurer claims you were partly at fault, see our guide to Mississippi comparative negligence.
Read moreCommon Injuries from Car Wrecks
Car accidents can cause a wide range of injuries, some of which may have long-lasting effects on your health and quality of life. Common injuries include:
- Spinal Injuries: Such as bulging or herniated discs and whiplash.
- Broken Bones: Fractures that may require extensive medical treatment and rehabilitation.
- Torn Ligaments: Injuries that can limit your mobility and cause significant pain.
- Traumatic Brain Injuries and Concussions: Head injuries that can lead to cognitive and physical impairments.
- Internal Organ Injuries: Damage to organs that can be life-threatening.
- Death: Tragically, some accidents result in the loss of life.
Help When You Need It for Your Ridgeland Car Accident Case
At The Hamilton Law Firm, we are dedicated to providing personalized and compassionate representation for car accident victims in Ridgeland. We understand the challenges you face and are here to support you every step of the way. If you or a loved one has been injured in a car wreck, don’t wait. Contact The Hamilton Law Firm today for a risk-free, no-cost consultation at (601) 974-5900. Let us help you get the justice and compensation you deserve!
Ridgeland Car Accident FAQs
How long do I have to file a car accident claim in Mississippi?
Generally three years from the crash, but only one year if a city, county or state vehicle was involved. See our statute of limitations guide.
What if the other driver had no insurance?
Your own uninsured motorist coverage pays what the at-fault driver should have paid, and coverage on multiple household vehicles can often be stacked. See our uninsured motorist guide.
What if I was partly at fault?
Mississippi reduces your recovery by your percentage of fault but never bars the claim. See how comparative negligence works.
Do I have to talk to the other driver’s insurance company?
No. You have no duty to give the other side a recorded statement, and you should not. See what to say when the adjuster calls.
How much does it cost to hire you?
Nothing up front and nothing unless we recover for you. See how contingency fees work.
We also represent car accident clients across the metro through our Rankin County car accident page and statewide through our Mississippi car accident lawyer page. For other injury claims in Madison County, start with our Ridgeland personal injury lawyer page.
“My experience with the Hamilton Law Firm was a wonderful one. Everyone there was very knowledgeable and understanding. They worked hard and got me the best results. Thanks again Kevin Hamilton and your team.”
