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The driver who is at fault in a roundabout accident is the driver who: (1) fails to yield the right of way to the circulating roundabout traffic; (2) unsafely changes lanes; and/or (3) stops his or her vehicle in the roundabout. All of these constitute negligent driving and the driver will be responsible for any …
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You can always get a second opinion from another lawyer in Michigan about your case. You have a right to be informed about your case and you should exercise that right if your current attorney is not returning your calls, informing you on the status of your case, and not making your case a priority. …
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The best way to prepare for a car accident in Michigan before it happens is by having auto insurance coverage on your vehicle and to carry the best coverage that you can afford. You should also keep the following in your car: (1) proof of insurance; (2) proof registration; (3) emergency contacts (for EMS/police if you …
The electric skateboard laws in Michigan generally require riders to follow the same traffic laws that apply to cars and trucks, except that electric skateboards can be driven on both certain roads and on sidewalks. They also cannot be driven at more than 25 mph. Riders must be 12 or older. Helmets must be worn …
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A civil lawsuit for a car accident in Michigan allows someone injured by an at-fault, negligent driver to hold that driver accountable for the pain and suffering and economic losses he or she has caused from the crash. A separate civil lawsuit allows a crash victim to recover unpaid or overdue No-Fault PIP benefits from …
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Fatal car crashes are on the rise in the U.S. and in Michigan. NHTSA has announced that fatal auto accidents in the U.S. jumped 10.5% in 2021, hitting a 16-year record high. Earlier this year, NHTSA also reported that Michigan traffic deaths were up 10.9% during the first 9 months of 2021. Unfortunately, this is …
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If you happen to lose a car accident lawsuit in Michigan, there are several things that may happen. First, you may be able to appeal. Second, you will likely not have to pay your own lawyer if he or she was working on a contingency fee basis. Third, you are still entitled to recover No-Fault …
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A Michigan bad faith insurance lawsuit allows an auto accident victim to recover money from an auto insurance company that acts in “bad faith.” This can include the handling of claims of both the car accident victim and for the at-fault driver who caused a crash. Michigan’s bad faith insurance law is very different from …
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In general, a car accident lawsuit in Michigan will take between one to two years to resolve. There are several key dates during the lawsuit process that may result in an earlier settlement, such as 30 days after case evaluation or at a facilitation. Some Michigan car accident cases also settle before a lawsuit is …
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