Representing those injured in slip and fall accidents throughout Jackson, MS Slip & Fall Accidents Representing those injured in slip and fall accidents throughout Jackson, MS Practice Areas Bicycle Accidents Camp Lejeune Car Accidents Catastrophic Injuries Brain Injuries Spine Injuries & Paralysis Burn Injuries Insurance Bad Faith Medical Malpractice Motorcycle Accidents Pedestrian Accidents Premises Liability Slip & Fall Accidents Products Liability Truck Accidents Workers' Compensation Wrongful Death Contact us today Schedule Your Consultation Are you a new client? SEND INFORMATION Thanks for submitting! Jackson Slip & Fall Accident Attorneys Premises Liability Lawyers Serving Jackson & Beyond Picture it: you’re walking down an aisle in your local grocery store, grabbing some essential items for the week. Suddenly, you slip and hit the ground hard; something has spilled on the floor, and the employees haven’t cleaned up the mess, let alone marked the hazard with a warning sign. Unfortunately, this isn’t rare. In fact, the most common premises liability cases that we file in Jackson are for slip and fall accidents. For more than 20 years, Funderburg, Sessums & Peterson, PLLC has been representing clients in slip and fall accident and other premises liability cases in Jackson. With over 90 years of collective experience, our slip and fall accident lawyers are the ones to call no matter how serious your injuries are. Have you been injured in a slip and fall accident in Jackson? Don’t wait. Contact Funderburg, Sessums & Peterson, PLLC at (601) 355-5200 now to explore your options. Common Injuries Caused by Slip & Fall Accidents Property owners are responsible for keeping their premises clear of debris and spills and must maintain their property regularly. When a property owner fails to keep their space safe for patrons and guests, catastrophic injuries and accidents can happen. Common injuries caused by a slip and fall accident include: Concussions Traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) Fractures Sprains Nerve damage Contact Our Slip & Fall Accident Attorneys If you’ve been injured in a slip and fall accident on someone else’s property, you may be eligible to file a premises liability claim. But you shouldn’t call just any Jackson lawyer; at Funderburg, Sessums & Peterson, PLLC, every client really is the most important. We are proud to provide top-notch personal service while zealously representing each one of our clients. When you need representation for your slip and fall accident case in Jackson, there’s only one law firm to call. Contact Funderburg, Sessums & Peterson, PLLC at (601) 355-5200 today. The Opinions That Matter Most Read Our Five Star Reviews No doubt one of the best workers comp firms in the State of Mississippi. “I routinely send them clients that have complex cases and he has always proven himself to be top notch.” -Philip S Dedicated Entirely to You & Your Recovery Our Firm's Resources OUR TESTIMONIALS OUR ATTORNEYS ABOUT OUR FIRM We're Here For You Let Us Help You Contact Us Today Putting Our Clients First. Always. Working With Our Firm Millions Recovered For Our Clients Personalized Attention & Care Proven Record of Success Work Directly With Your Attorney

Our wrongful death attorneys have more than 90 years of collective experience offering compassionate representation for survivors. Wrongful Death Our wrongful death attorneys have more than 90 years of collective experience offering compassionate representation for survivors. Practice Areas Bicycle Accidents Camp Lejeune Car Accidents Catastrophic Injuries Brain Injuries Spine Injuries & Paralysis Burn Injuries Insurance Bad Faith Medical Malpractice Motorcycle Accidents Pedestrian Accidents Premises Liability Slip & Fall Accidents Products Liability Truck Accidents Workers' Compensation Wrongful Death Contact us today Schedule Your Consultation Are you a new client? SEND INFORMATION Thanks for submitting! Jackson Wrongful Death Lawyers Helping Families of Lost Loved Ones Heal When a family loses a loved one, it’s a tragedy. When the loss is due to another person’s negligence or violence, the loss is even harder to bear. Although a wrongful death claim can’t bring them back, it can help the survivors pave the way for their future. Funderburg, Sessums & Peterson, PLLC has more than 90 years of collective experience working with grieving families and winning them the compensation and justice they deserve. Have you lost a loved one? Do you suspect you can file a wrongful death claim? Contact our Jackson, MS firm today at (601) 355-5200 for compassionate representation. Common Types of Wrongful Death Claims Do you have grounds for a wrongful death claim? Many survivors may not realize just how many types of accidents can be considered valid grounds for a lawsuit. The most common types of wrongful death claims include: Workplace accidents Car accidents (or truck accidents ) Bicycle accidents and pedestrian accidents Premises liability accidents Medical malpractice Accidental poisoning Drowning How Do You Prove Wrongful Death? In Mississippi, a wrongful death lawsuit can be filed in any situation where the deceased person could have filed a personal injury lawsuit if they had survived the incident. Not all survivors are eligible to submit a wrongful death lawsuit, however. The burden of proof required for this type of lawsuit is extensive but, since wrongful death is a civil action rather than a criminal case, the burden of proof is lower and guilt beyond a reasonable doubt is not required. The four elements of the burden of proof in wrongful death claims are: Negligence Breach of duty Causation Damages Wrongful Death Compensation There are several categories of damages that may be included in compensation for wrongful death. No matter the category, when survivors receive a monetary settlement for wrongful death in Mississippi, they will not have to pay state or federal taxes on the amount. There are, however, limits to some of these damages. State law demands that non-economic damages be limited to $1,000,000, while in the case of medical malpractice, the amount is capped further at $500,000. The damages that survivors may win in a successful wrongful death lawsuit include: Medical expenses related to the final illness or injury Funeral expenses Burial expenses Survivors’ loss of companionship Lost wages and benefits Contact Our Jackson Wrongful Death Attorneys Have you lost a loved one? Are you unsure if you have grounds for a wrongful death lawsuit? Funderburg, Sessums & Peterson, PLLC has recovered millions of dollars for our clients while staying committed to offering the best possible experience. Our Jackson wrongful death lawyers are ready to help you win the compensation you deserve for your unimaginable loss. Contact our firm today at (601) 355-5200 The Opinions That Matter Most Read Our Five Star Reviews No doubt one of the best workers comp firms in the State of Mississippi. “I routinely send them clients that have complex cases and he has always proven himself to be top notch.” -Philip S Dedicated Entirely to You & Your Recovery Our Firm's Resources OUR TESTIMONIALS OUR ATTORNEYS ABOUT OUR FIRM We're Here For You Let Us Help You Contact Us Today Are you a new client? SEND INFORMATION Thanks for submitting! Putting Our Clients First. Always. Working With Our Firm Millions Recovered For Our Clients Personalized Attention & Care Proven Record of Success Work Directly With Your Attorney

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Steven Funderburg Play Video Bio Steven H . Funderburg graduated from the University of Mississippi in 1992 and the University of Mississippi Law School in 1994. He previously handled insurance defense claims and workers’ compensation claims representing employers, insurance companies and self insureds. Beginning in 2000, Steve has focused his practice on the representation of plaintiffs and claimants and has represented hundreds of injured Mississippians in litigation. His practice remains dedicated to bad faith claims, workers’ compensation claims, wrongful death claims, breach of contract, motor vehicle accidents, commercial litigation and general tort. Steve presents several seminars every year teaching primarily in the areas of workers compensation, bad faith and general trial practice and strategy. He has presented dozens of papers and articles in these areas of law and is licensed to practice in all state and federal courts. Steve was elected as a Fellow in the College of Workers’ Compensation Attorneys in 2015 and is a director for the Mississippi Workers’ Compensation Education Association where he served as president for 2013-2014 and 2014-2015. He was elected to Best Lawyers in America in 2006 (and each year thereafter) by his peers in the field of workers’ compensation (claimants) and has also been elected in the field of bad faith litigation. He received the Client Distinction Award through Martindale-Hubbell for Quality of Service, Value, Responsiveness and Communication Ability and has been elected as Lawyer of the Year through Best Lawyers.' COURT ADMISSIONS: · All Mississippi State Courts · United States Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit · United States District Courts of Mississippi PUBLISHED OPINIONS: · Calhoun Apparel, Inc. v. Hobson, 770 So.2d 539 (Miss. App. 2000) · Cole v. Ellisville State School, 59 So.3d 612 (Miss. App. 2010) · Estate of Smith v. Smith ex. rel. Rollins, 130 So.3d 508 (Miss. 2014) · Hinds County Bd. of Sup’rs v. Jackson, 977 So.2d 1193, 39 ALR 6th 735, Miss. 2011 – Current · App. (2007) Leonard v. Nationwide Mut. Ins. Co., 438 F.Supp. 2d 684 (S.D.Miss. 2006) · Peters v. Belk, Inc., 67 So.3d 805 (Miss. App. 2011) · Speyerer v. Board of Sup’rs of Madison County, 139 So.3d 771 (Miss. App. The Opinions That Matter Most Read Our Five Star Reviews No doubt one of the best workers comp firms in the State of Mississippi. “I routinely send them clients that have complex cases and he has always proven himself to be top notch.” -Philip S CONTACT We're Here For You Let Us Help You Contact Us Today Are you a new client? SEND INFORMATION Thanks for submitting! Putting Our Clients First. Always. Working With Our Firm Millions Recovered For Our Clients Personalized Attention & Care Proven Record of Success Work Directly With Your Attorney

Call Funderburg, Sessums & Peterson if you spent time at Camp Lejeune & were exposed to toxic water there. We can help you file a Camp Lejeune Justice Act claim or lawsuit. Practice Areas Bicycle Accidents Camp Lejeune Car Accidents Catastrophic Injuries Brain Injuries Spine Injuries & Paralysis Burn Injuries Insurance Bad Faith Medical Malpractice Motorcycle Accidents Pedestrian Accidents Premises Liability Slip & Fall Accidents Products Liability Truck Accidents Workers' Compensation Wrongful Death Contact us today Schedule Your Consultation Are you a new client? SEND INFORMATION Thanks for submitting! Camp Lejeune Justice Act Lawsuits For Toxic Water Exposure at Camp Lejeune Congress passed the PACT Act and the included Camp Lejeune Justice Act, which will benefit countless military veterans and their families who spent time at Camp Lejeune and were exposed to toxic water. Under this act, affected parties can bring lawsuits against the federal government for compensation that helps pay for any losses caused by related illnesses or cancer. With the act signed by President Biden, a brief two-year lookback window has opened to allow these claims, so you need to move now if you want to file one, too. Let Funderburg, Sessums & Peterson in Jackson help you understand your options under the Camp Lejeune Justice Act. We proudly offer our legal services to the brave men and women of the United States Armed Forces who were exposed to toxic water at U.S. Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune in North Carolina, and who have suffered serious illnesses because of it. You could be eligible to file a Camp Lejeune Justice Act lawsuit if you: Served, lived, or worked at Camp Lejeune between 1953 and 1987. Were exposed to the water there for at least 30 days (not necessarily consecutive days). Were diagnosed with cancer or a chronic illness; or, Were born with a birth injury and your parents spent time on Camp Lejeune; or, Lost a loved one to terminal illness after they spent time on Camp Lejeune. Learn more about Camp Lejeune lawsuits by contacting us online or dialing (601) 355-5200. What Does the Camp Lejeune Justice Act Do? Usually, suing the federal government for injury-related compensation is highly complicated and difficult. The Camp Lejeune Justice Act was designed to make that process less challenging for eligible claimants. Under the Camp Lejeune Justice Act: The federal government can’t use specific defenses that are often used in toxic exposure lawsuits and mass torts. The two-year lookback window lets people pursue a claim that normally would’ve been blocked by the six-month statute of limitations against the federal government. Between the years 1953 and 1987, potentially millions of people could have been exposed to the toxic water at Camp Lejeune. It is believed that tens of thousands of people could have eligible claims. Hundreds or thousands more might have already passed away from the illnesses caused by the toxic water, which could allow claims to be filed by their surviving family members. With so many potential claims to be filed soon, it is important to work with our team to make sure that your case is made correctly. What Caused the Toxic Water at Camp Lejeune? A study from the Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry (ATSDR) discovered that two water treatment plants at Camp Lejeune were circulating contaminated water for decades. Specifically, the water was contaminated with volatile organic compounds (VOCs), which are known to cause severe illnesses with repeated or large exposure. The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has a maximum safe level of VOC exposure before serious health concerns arise. Water sources at Camp Lejeune have been tested and it was found that some of them had VOC levels that exceeded those safe levels 400 times over. Anyone who drank, bathed in, or cleaned with the water at Camp Lejeune could be at a high risk of suffering chronic illness or cancer later. It is believed that the federal government knew about the VOC contamination at Camp Lejeune for years before it notified anyone about the problem. This negligent response to the problem is the basis of the lawsuits that are forming thanks to the recent passage of the Camp Lejeune Justice Act. VOC-Related Illnesses VOC exposure is known by the scientific and medical communities to cause many severe illnesses and specific forms of cancer. The ATSDR study found that some people who stayed at Camp Lejeune were 300% more likely to be diagnosed with those types of diseases than a control group that did not spend time there. This disparity in cancer rates between the groups is strong evidence that the water at Camp Lejeune is the direct cause of those illnesses. VOC exposure at Camp Lejeune has been linked to: Leukemia Prostate cancer Bladder cancer Kidney cancer VOC exposure is also kn own to cause these diseases and health complications: Higher risk of birth injury Higher risk of miscarriage Infertility Non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma Parkinson’s disease Scleroderma or systemic sclerosis The Camp Lejeune Justice Act opens lawsuits to people who were diagnosed with one or more illnesses out of a very specific list of illnesses, which includes the above and others. To learn if your illness or that of a loved one qualifies for a Camp Lejeune toxic exposure lawsuit, call (601) 514-6544 and talk to our team. We Can Help You Start a Camp Lejeune Lawsuit The Camp Lejeune Justice Act will let you start a toxic exposure claim for just two years. It is expected that the cases will be treated under a larger mass tort, but this still allows your case to be handled individually. Place the case in our hands, and we can work on building it in your name. It would be our honor to help and represent a military service member, their family, or a worker who spent time at Camp Lejeune. Contact us online or call (601) 355-5200 for advocacy that never backs down Camp Lejeune Lawsuits Call Funderburg, Sessums & Peterson if you spent time at Camp Lejeune & were exposed to toxic water there. We can help you file a Camp Lejeune Justice Act claim or lawsuit. 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Attorney Referrals Funderburg, Sessums & Peterson, PLLC accepts referrals from other attorneys and firms across our practice areas. SPEAK WITH OUR TEAM TODAY Practice Areas Bicycle Accidents Camp Lejeune Car Accidents Catastrophic Injuries Brain Injuries Spine Injuries & Paralysis Burn Injuries Insurance Bad Faith Medical Malpractice Motorcycle Accidents Pedestrian Accidents Premises Liability Slip & Fall Accidents Products Liability Truck Accidents Workers' Compensation Wrongful Death Refer a Case Funderburg, Sessums & Peterson, PLLC Is Standing By to Help It sometimes happens that a firm does not have the bandwidth to take on a client or does not handle the type of case that has come across their plate. In these situations, a referral can be in everyone’s best interests. At Funderburg, Sessums & Peterson, PLLC, we accept referrals from attorneys and firms in Jackson and throughout Mississippi for all types of personal injury cases. When you refer a case to Funderburg, Sessums & Peterson, PLLC, you’ll quickly find that we make the process as easy as possible. We put our agreements in writing and pay promptly. You can also trust that we will do everything in our power to make sure we secure the best possible result for the client. There’s nothing more important to our firm than helping good people who are dealing with the worst situations. Our Firm's Practice Areas include: Insurance bad faith Catastrophic injuries Products liability Truck accidents Workers’ compensation Wrongful death Car accidents Bicycle accidents Motorcycle accidents Pedestrian accidents Medical malpractice Premises liability Experienced Attorneys, Committed to Your Cause With over 90 years of combined experience and millions of dollars recovered for our clients, the Jackson personal injury attorneys at Funderburg, Sessums & Peterson, PLLC have what it takes to handle the most complex and challenging cases. If you are interested in finding out more about referring a case to our firm, we welcome your call at (601) 355-5200 . We will be happy to talk to you about your client and their needs to determine how we can best assist all involved parties. The Opinions That Matter Most Read Our Five Star Reviews No doubt one of the best workers comp firms in the State of Mississippi. “I routinely send them clients that have complex cases and he has always proven himself to be top notch.” -Philip S Dedicated Entirely to You & Your Recovery Our Firm's Resources OUR TESTIMONIALS OUR ATTORNEYS ABOUT OUR FIRM We're Here For You Let Us Help You Contact Us Today Putting Our Clients First. Always. Working With Our Firm Millions Recovered For Our Clients Personalized Attention & Care Proven Record of Success Work Directly With Your Attorney

Our Jackson, MS law firm fights for brain injury survivors and their families, helping them find answers and recover fair compensation. Brain Injuries Our Jackson, MS law firm fights for brain injury survivors and their families, helping them find answers and recover fair compensation. Practice Areas Bicycle Accidents Camp Lejeune Car Accidents Catastrophic Injuries Brain Injuries Spine Injuries & Paralysis Burn Injuries Insurance Bad Faith Medical Malpractice Motorcycle Accidents Pedestrian Accidents Premises Liability Slip & Fall Accidents Products Liability Truck Accidents Workers' Compensation Wrongful Death Contact us today Schedule Your Consultation Are you a new client? SEND INFORMATION Thanks for submitting! Jackson Brain Injury Lawyers 90+ Years of Collective Legal Experience The brain is the control center of the body, and if it is damaged in any way through trauma or a lack of oxygen or blood flow, the results can be life-changing. A brain injury survivor may deal with limitations that make it difficult (or impossible) to earn a living, perform day-to-day activities, or do the things they once enjoyed. The cost of treatment can be astronomical, and care may be required for life. Funderburg, Sessums & Peterson, PLLC is committed to helping people in the Jackson area who have been seriously injured in accidents at work, on the road, or in any situation caused by another’s negligence. Our personal injury attorneys have more than 9 decades of combined legal experience and have been fighting for the injured since 2000. By giving every client the time and attention they deserve, we have been able to secure millions of dollars for the injured and wronged. Suffering from a brain injury? Call (601) 355-5200 or contact us online to schedule a free consultation! Brain Injury Cases We Handle We help brain injury survivors with cases involving: When brain injuries prove fatal, we help families find answers and see justice served through wrongful death lawsuits against at-fault parties. Slip and fall accidents Bicycle accidents Defective products Medical malpractice Workplace accidents Car accidents Motorcycle accidents Pedestrian accidents Fighting for Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) Survivors & Families There is no way to go back in time and prevent an injury from occurring, and there is no way to completely erase it from a person’s life. We can, however, find closure and recover the compensation you need to rebuild. This is accomplished by holding the individual or company responsible for what they did (or failed to do) that resulted in a brain injury. This may be an obstetrician who delayed a C-section, resulting in an infant’s brain damage. It may be a drunk driver who ran a red light and struck a pedestrian. It may be a trucking company that hired an inexperienced driver who caused a truck accident . In these and similar scenarios, those who are to blame should be responsible for rebuilding the victims’ lives. How The Attorneys at Funderburg, Sessums & Peterson Can Help As Jackson brain injury attorneys, we at Funderburg, Sessums & Peterson, PLLC use our legal experience and know-how to secure recoveries that ensure our clients’ lifelong care and support. We handle workers’ compensation , personal injury, product liability , and premises liability cases involving traumatic brain injuries. To learn more about our firm and how we can help, call (601) 355-5200 or contact us online. Your consultation is free and confidential. The Opinions That Matter Most Read Our Five Star Reviews No doubt one of the best workers comp firms in the State of Mississippi. “I routinely send them clients that have complex cases and he has always proven himself to be top notch.” -Philip S Dedicated Entirely to You & Your Recovery Our Firm's Resources OUR TESTIMONIALS OUR ATTORNEYS ABOUT OUR FIRM We're Here For You Let Us Help You Contact Us Today Are you a new client? SEND INFORMATION Thanks for submitting! Putting Our Clients First. Always. Working With Our Firm Millions Recovered For Our Clients Personalized Attention & Care Proven Record of Success Work Directly With Your Attorney

Dave Peterson Play Video Bio Dave Peterson is an equity partner in Funderburg, Sessums, & Peterson, PLLC. He graduated from Millsaps College in 1982, after which he attended Mississippi College School of Law. After graduation in 1985 he served as a law clerk for Justice Michael Sullivan of the Mississippi Supreme Court. Following his clerkship he specialized in the area of workers’ compensation defense representing employers and insurance carriers as well as self insured employers for over 15 years prior to joining Funderburg, Sessums & Peterson. His current practice primarily involves representing injured workers in workers’ compensation claims, personal injury law of all types, bad faith litigation with an emphasis on workers’ compensation bad faith and serving as a mediator in workers’ compensation matters. Dave has achieved the highest possible rating in the Martindale-Hubbell Law Directory. He is a fellow of the College of Workers Compensation Lawyers and has been selected to The Best Lawyers in America in the specialty of workers’ compensation law by Best Lawyers. He has served as officer and chairman of the Administrative Law and Workers’ Compensation Section of The Mississippi Bar and has participated as a faculty member in numerous seminar programs primarily involving workers’ compensation issues. Dave currently serves on the Advisory Council to the Mississippi Workers Compensation Commission. The Opinions That Matter Most Read Our Five Star Reviews No doubt one of the best workers comp firms in the State of Mississippi. “I routinely send them clients that have complex cases and he has always proven himself to be top notch.” -Philip S Dedicated Entirely to You & Your Recovery Our Firm's Resources OUR TESTIMONIALS OUR ATTORNEYS ABOUT OUR FIRM We're Here For You Let Us Help You Contact Us Today Putting Our Clients First. Always. Working With Our Firm Millions Recovered For Our Clients Personalized Attention & Care Proven Record of Success Work Directly With Your Attorney Are you a new client? SEND INFORMATION Thanks for submitting!

Pedestrians have as much right to a safe trip whenever they step outside their door. Funderburg, Sessums & Peterson, PLLC affirms those rights with every pedestrian injury claim. Pedestrian Accidents Pedestrians have as much right to a safe trip whenever they step outside their door. Funderburg, Sessums & Peterson, PLLC affirms those rights with every pedestrian injury claim. Practice Areas Bicycle Accidents Camp Lejeune Car Accidents Catastrophic Injuries Brain Injuries Spine Injuries & Paralysis Burn Injuries Insurance Bad Faith Medical Malpractice Motorcycle Accidents Pedestrian Accidents Premises Liability Slip & Fall Accidents Products Liability Truck Accidents Workers' Compensation Wrongful Death Contact us today Schedule Your Consultation Are you a new client? SEND INFORMATION Thanks for submitting! Jackson Pedestrian Accident Attorneys Pedestrian Injury Lawyers in Jackson, MS According to NHTSA figures, over 10% of all traffic fatalities in the country are pedestrians. While our national infrastructure was built for car travel, people mustn't forget that pedestrians have as much right to safe travel as trucks and cars. However, cars and other motorists are obligated to make sure they're watching out for pedestrians—after all, pedestrians have little hope of walking away from a collision unscathed. The Jackson pedestrian injury attorneys at Funderburg, Sessums & Peterson, PLLC have more than 90 years of experience advocating for people who have been injured or killed in pedestrian accidents. Our firm's philosophy is simple: once an attorney takes your case, they devote all of their time and effort to getting everything you need. Every lawyer—even founding partners—are the main point of contact for each case. That way, you'll always have a direct line to whomever has your future in their hands. Get a free consultation today over the phone or in person. Call (601) 355-5200 to learn your legal options. Who Is Most at Risk in a Pedestrian Accident? In most cases, the victims are children and the elderly, as they're most likely to be struck by cars; the CDC reports that 1 in 5 pedestrian fatalities happen to people 65 years or older, and an even larger share were between 5 and 15 years old. Pedestrians who walk to work or walk in high-traffic areas were also at higher risk of being struck by a vehicle. Perhaps the most common pedestrian accident cause, however, is alcohol. Drunk driving plays a role in nearly half of all traffic crashes, according to the CDC. Prosecuting drunk drivers is one way to ensure certain drivers never put pedestrians at risk ever again. The rise of smartphones and large screen displays have also led to more pedestrian deaths due to distraction. Common tips for pedestrians to ensure visibility include: Bright or reflective clothing Carrying a flashlight Only using crosswalks Adhering to signs and signals Staying on the sidewalk when possible Failure to do these things does not disqualify you from seeking compensation. Ultimately, pedestrians have right-of-way, and motorists are obligated to avoid hitting pedestrians in all contexts and at all times. Let our firm investigate what happened to you. Learn your legal options in a free consultation today: (601) 355-5200. The Opinions That Matter Most Read Our Five Star Reviews No doubt one of the best workers comp firms in the State of Mississippi. “I routinely send them clients that have complex cases and he has always proven himself to be top notch.” -Philip S Dedicated Entirely to You & Your Recovery Our Firm's Resources OUR TESTIMONIALS OUR ATTORNEYS ABOUT OUR FIRM We're Here For You Let Us Help You Contact Us Today Are you a new client? SEND INFORMATION Thanks for submitting! Putting Our Clients First. Always. Working With Our Firm Millions Recovered For Our Clients Personalized Attention & Care Proven Record of Success Work Directly With Your Attorney

If a catastrophic injury has changed your life or the life of someone you love, put our team’s 90+ years of experience on your side. Catastrophic Injuries If a catastrophic injury has changed your life or the life of someone you love, put our team’s 90+ years of experience on your side. Practice Areas Bicycle Accidents Camp Lejeune Car Accidents Catastrophic Injuries Brain Injuries Spine Injuries & Paralysis Burn Injuries Insurance Bad Faith Medical Malpractice Motorcycle Accidents Pedestrian Accidents Premises Liability Slip & Fall Accidents Products Liability Truck Accidents Workers' Compensation Wrongful Death Contact us today Schedule Your Consultation Are you a new client? SEND INFORMATION Thanks for submitting! Jackson Catastrophic Injury Attorneys Ensuring Your Lifelong Care After a Serious Injury Catastrophic injuries are life changing. They have long-term and often permanent effects on a person’s ability to work and do the things they once loved. A survivor may have to relearn normal tasks and cope with limitations that change their entire outlook on life. These injuries affect a person’s family as well, who will shoulder the burden of supporting their loved one, picking up the pieces, and moving forward. The far-reaching consequences of catastrophic injuries cannot be ignored or swept under the rug by settlements that do not ensure a victim’s lifelong care. They require the time and attention of a Jackson personal injury firm that has what it takes to hold all at-fault parties accountable. At Funderburg, Sessums & Peterson, PLLC, we take on catastrophic injury cases with the level of determination needed to win. Because our determination is backed by 90+ years of collective legal experience, we have been able to secure results that have ensured our clients’ care and support – for life. Play Video Facebook Twitter Pinterest Tumblr Copy Link Link Copied To find out how we can help you, call (601) 355-5200 or contact us online for a free, private consultation. Types of Catastrophic Injury Cases We Handle Our Jackson catastrophic injury lawyers can take on cases involving: Brain injuries Spine injuries and paralysis Burn injuries Amputation/loss of limb Vision and hearing loss What Are the Most Common Causes of Catastrophic Injuries? Nearly any accident can cause a catastrophic injury. This includes traffic accidents involving: Cars Trucks Bicycles Motorcycles And pedestrians It also includes on-the-job accidents, which may be covered by workers’ compensation on a no-fault basis. Medical malpractice , defective products , and dangerous conditions on another’s property can also cause life-altering injuries. In any such scenario, survivors and families in Jackson, MS can turn to Funderburg, Sessums & Peterson, PLLC for experienced legal counsel. What Damages Are Available in Catastrophic Injury Claims? With cases like these, we will pursue compensation for economic and non-economic damages, such as: Medical treatment Ongoing care Physical therapy Medication Assistive devices Lost earnings Loss of earning potential Pain and suffering And emotional trauma Put 90 Years of Collective Experience on Your Side Today At Funderburg, Sessums & Peterson, each and every client is our most important client. Our founding attorneys strive to respond to and speak directly with every individual we serve. Our firm is ready to zealously advocate for you or your loved one's maximum recovery and will continue to uphold the high ethical standards that have earned us the trust and respect of our local community. We have recovered millions of dollars for our clients. The future does not have to be limited. You and your family can get the support you need to rebuild. Get insight into your legal rights and options by calling (601) 355-5200 or by sending us a message online today! The Opinions That Matter Most Read Our Five Star Reviews No doubt one of the best workers comp firms in the State of Mississippi. “I routinely send them clients that have complex cases and he has always proven himself to be top notch.” -Philip S Dedicated Entirely to You & Your Recovery Our Firm's Resources OUR TESTIMONIALS OUR ATTORNEYS ABOUT OUR FIRM We're Here For You Let Us Help You Contact Us Today Are you a new client? SEND INFORMATION Thanks for submitting! Putting Our Clients First. Always. Working With Our Firm Millions Recovered For Our Clients Personalized Attention & Care Proven Record of Success Work Directly With Your Attorney