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When someone happens to die in a car accident in Michigan, his or her dependents will receive financial support through No-Fault survivor’s loss benefits. Economic loss, pain and suffering compensation and other damages can be sought from the at-fault driver through a wrongful death lawsuit. About survivor’s loss benefits When someone happens to die in …
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Michigan traffic fatalities have increased 15% over the past 5 years, even though total car accidents dropped 6% over the same period. Significantly, the number of fatal car crashes in Michigan went from 905 in 2018 to 1,053 in 2022 – an 16.3% increase. These trends are also reflected in the increases in fatalities among …
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Trauma after a car accident is a real and serious condition. It most often takes the form of a TBI, PTSD, mental distress, emotional distress, or an adjustment disorder. It can interfere with an individual’s medical recovery, ability to return to work, engage in activities of daily living, and in severe cases, to productively resume …
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Knowing what to do after a car accident when it’s not your fault in Michigan is important. Seek medical attention right away and make sure to document all of your injuries and where you feel pain. File a police report. Contact your insurance company and file an Application for Benefits. Talk with an experienced car …
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The Michigan parking lot accident laws protect drivers, pedestrians and vehicle owners when they are injured and/or their vehicles are damaged in a crash.
Seat belt syndrome, or seat belt injury, refers to a specific pattern of injuries that can occur as a result of wearing a seat belt during a car accident. It typically refers to injuries sustained by the upper torso, chest, and abdomen due to the restraining forces exerted by a seat belt. Injuries may also …
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It still surprises me how often this happens: someone hits a parked car in Michigan, and then just drives off without leaving a note or any contact information. Unfortunately, it raises the question of what exactly you should do if this scenario occurs. What our attorneys tell people is that it is very important to …
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If you are suffering from traumatically-induced dizziness after a car accident such as vertigo, disequilibrium, presyncope or light-headedness, it is critical that you seek prompt medical attention. This could be a sign or symptom of a more serious injury like a TBI, concussion, TMJ, or whiplash. These conditions can be debilitating, preventing you from resuming …
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If you were involved in a truly minor car accident and suffered no injury, then you don’t need a lawyer (although depending on your state, you may eventually need one for property damage claims or for traffic court). But was your car accident truly “minor?” Many insurance companies are now using a new playbook to discourage …
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