When someone suffers an accident caused by another’s negligence, the injuries they sustain are not always entirely new. Many victims already live with prior conditions, from back injuries and arthritis to degenerative disc disease. In these cases, insurers often try to minimize payouts by claiming the victim’s pain existed before the accident. At Espy Law, […]
Workplace discrimination can leave lasting emotional and financial consequences. Whether you are facing unequal pay, wrongful termination, or harassment based on race, gender, disability, or another protected category, you have legal rights. At Espy Law, we guide employees across Mississippi through the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) process and help ensure their complaints are correctly […]
Experiencing discrimination at work can be deeply unsettling, especially when it feels like the system designed to protect your rights is on pause. The federal government and the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) are closed. Yet your life and your right to take action if you’ve been wrongfully terminated cannot wait. Your allotted time to […]
Getting injured on the job can be stressful enough, but for some workers, the challenges do not end with medical treatment. When employers retaliate against employees for filing workers’ compensation claims or requesting accommodations, it can lead to unlawful termination. At Espy Law, we protect employees who have been fired or mistreated after reporting workplace […]
Advances in genetic testing have given people more insight into their health and potential medical conditions than ever before. But those same advancements have also raised concerns about privacy and discrimination. Could an employer or insurance provider use your genetic information against you? Fortunately, federal and state laws provide strong protections. At Espy Law, we […]
After an accident, many injured individuals assume they cannot recover compensation if they share some of the blame. In Mississippi, that assumption is incorrect. The state’s pure comparative fault system allows injured victims to recover damages even when they are partly at fault. At Espy Law, we help clients throughout Jackson and across Mississippi pursue […]
If you work in Jackson, Mississippi, and face a medical or family situation that requires time away from work, the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) may provide crucial protection. Eligible workers are entitled to unpaid, job-protected leave for specific family and medical reasons without losing health coverage or facing retaliation. At Espy Law, we […]
When someone’s negligence causes an accident, the injuries that follow are not only physical but often emotional as well. Victims experience stress, anxiety, and long-term discomfort that extend beyond medical bills and lost income. At Espy Law, we help injured individuals in Jackson, Mississippi, prove the full extent of their pain and suffering so that […]
When you face disability-related discrimination at work, in public services, or in accessing goods and services, it helps to understand how the Americans with Disabilities Act protects you. At Espy Law, based in Jackson, Mississippi (and serving throughout the state), we guide individuals seeking legal recourse when their rights have been violated. If you believe […]
When you are injured due to someone else’s negligence, the strength of your personal injury case often depends on the quality of your medical documentation. From the first doctor’s visit to your last treatment, every record plays a crucial role in proving the extent of your injuries and their connection to the incident. At Espy […]
