A Pedestrian accident is tragic and devastating. More than 80% of pedestrians who are hit by drivers end up dying or suffering from serious injuries. In Michigan alone, more than 100 pedestrians die in traffic accidents every year. While these incidents can happen by accident, they are most often the result of negligent drivers and […]
Dog attacks are becoming more and more prevalent in Michigan. According to the American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA), there are about 84 million dogs now in the United States. About 4.5 million people are bitten by dogs each year, with children the most common victims. Michigan is a top 10 state for reported dog bite […]
Semi-trucks on their own can weigh thousands of pounds, and with freight loaded, they can weigh up to 80,000 pounds. So, when truck drivers get into accidents, like truck blind spot accidents, you can imagine the damage they can cause, especially if the cargo being transported is also inherently dangerous, such as large machinery or […]
Car accidents are a common sight on Michigan’s bustling roads. In fact, there were around 320,000 wrecks in 2021 alone. If you suffer from an accident that isn’t your fault, you need to recover as much money as possible to repair your vehicle, especially if you lack sufficient collision coverage or have a deductible. Unlike […]
After a car accident, the driver is not the only person entitled to file a claim for their injuries. Passengers also have rights and can file a passenger injury claim–even if they don’t have their own car insurance coverage. But who can they file the claim against? And can a passenger sue the driver in an […]
Michigan winters inevitably bring snow and ice. But one of the most dangerous aspects of wintertime in Michigan is the black ice that forms on many roadways, streets, parking lots and sidewalks. By its very nature, black ice is difficult to see and the cause of many serious injuries. But the law in Michigan is […]
Car accidents are a leading cause of death for children under the age of 14. In 2020, over 1,000 children in the United States died in traffic accidents. Of the children that were killed, 42% of them were not properly restrained or buckled up. Michigan car seat laws are good to know if you are […]
You are probably reading this because you have recently been involved in a traffic accident. You are not alone – in 2021, there were 282,640 motor vehicle accidents in Michigan, an increase of 15% over the previous year. You may be shaken, upset, and injured, possibly seriously. You may not even know the full extent […]
Key Points of This Article: If you are a driver who hit a pedestrian that was jaywalking or if you are the pedestrian who was hit, you may be wondering who is the one at fault, and thus responsible for the accident. When dealing with cases like this, determining who is at fault will generally […]
Car crashes and wrecks in Michigan are difficult to deal with. First, you have the damage of your car to contend with, which is expensive and stressful. Then you have the pain that can follow the accident, along with time missed from work and medical bills which only adds to the stress. In these situations, […]
