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What is the Michigan Assigned Claims Plan?

What is the Michigan Assigned Claims Plan? The Michigan Assigned Claims Plan (MACP) is a program established by the State of Michigan in 1973 to provide access to Michigan no-fault benefits for people injured in car or truck accidents when no applicable car insurance is available. Under the MACP, Michigan no-fault benefits are the same […]

Can You Sue a Minor for a Car Accident in Detroit?

You’re driving along Jefferson Avenue, heading home after a long day at the office. As you travel through an intersection, a 16-year-old driver with a newly-issued license runs the red light and T-bones your vehicle, sending you crashing into the curb and leaving you with crushed ribs, a traumatic brain injury, and a spinal cord […]

Michigan Motorcycle Riders: Protective Gear Laws and How They Impact Injury Claims

Michigan’s motorcycle laws offer riders certain freedoms that many other states don’t allow, particularly when it comes to helmet requirements. For example, you can legally ride without a helmet if you meet certain criteria, such as age requirements, insurance coverage, and training certifications. However, this freedom comes with legal implications that can affect your injury […]

The Most Dangerous Intersections for Car Accidents in Detroit

Detroit is the largest city in Michigan and the most heavily traveled. With many busy streets, intersections, and freeways, the city has the highest number of car crashes and collisions every year. For residents, commuters, and anyone passing through, knowing where these high-risk areas are is a key part of staying safe behind the wheel. […]

The Most Dangerous Intersections for Car Accidents in Southfield

As one of Metro Detroit’s busiest suburbs, Southfield is home to major business corridors, shopping centers, and heavily traveled roadways. With high traffic volume comes a higher risk for crashes, particularly at specific intersections and corridors that consistently report large numbers of car accidents. For residents, commuters, and anyone passing through, knowing where these high-risk […]

Understanding the Intentional Act Exclusion in Michigan Insurance Policies

We buy insurance to protect us from unexpected losses from car accidents, home damage, personal injury claims, and other covered events. Unfortunately, not every claim gets paid. Many insurance providers deny coverage based on intentional act exclusion: a clause that allows them to refuse payment when they believe a policyholder deliberately caused harm or damage.   […]

How Michigan’s Recreational Marijuana Law Affects Car Accidents Settlements

When Michigan legalized recreational marijuana in 2018, it changed certain aspects of state law, including how car accident cases are handled. While recreational cannabis use is now legal for adults, driving under its influence remains strictly prohibited. The problem is that proving impairment, determining fault, and securing fair compensation in a marijuana-related accident isn’t always […]