About Samuel McHard
Samuel McHard brings 45 years of legal expertise to his practice. He is authorized to practice law in several key jurisdictions: Illinois and the U.S. District Court for the Central District of Illinois since 1976, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Seventh Circuit since 1983, the U.S. Supreme Court since 1985, Iowa since 1999, and Mississippi along with the Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals since 2001.
Samuel earned his B.A. from Augustana College in Rock Island, IL, and his Juris Doctor from Northwestern University. He is a proud member of Phi Beta Kappa.
His professional affiliations include the Mississippi Bar Association, Iowa Bar Association, Illinois Bar Association, Mississippi Association for Justice, American Association for Justice, Texas Bar Association, and Texas Trial Lawyers Association.
The information on this page is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Consult a licensed attorney for advice about your situation.
Practice Areas
Mississippi Car Accident Laws
Understanding Mississippi's accident laws is critical when pursuing a claim. Here are the key legal rules that apply to your case:
Statute of Limitations
3 years
Time limit to file a claim
Negligence Rule
pure comparative fault
How fault is determined
Min. Insurance (BI/PD)
$25K/$50K/$25K
Per person/per accident/property
Insurance System
At-Fault
At-fault driver's insurance pays
Frequently Asked Questions
In which jurisdictions is Samuel McHard admitted to practice?
Samuel McHard is admitted to practice in Illinois, Iowa, Mississippi, and before the U.S. Supreme Court, among others.
What is Samuel McHard's educational background?
Samuel McHard earned his B.A. from Augustana College and his Juris Doctor from Northwestern University.
Which professional associations is Samuel McHard a member of?
He is a member of several associations, including the Mississippi Bar Association, Iowa Bar Association, and American Association for Justice.
Contact Information
Need Legal Help?
Contact Samuel McHard for a free consultation about your accident case.
Call for Free ConsultationAfter an Accident
- 1Seek immediate medical attention
- 2Document the scene & gather evidence
- 3File a police report
- 4Don't speak to insurance adjusters alone
- 5Contact Samuel for a free case review
