The attorneys at the Lee Steinberg Law Firm are personal injury experts who have been helping the people of Saginaw and surrounding communities, such as Bay City, Freeland, Buena Vista, Bridgeport, Shields, Frankenmuth, Birch Run, and Chesaning for over 50 years. If you were injured in an accident, contact us for a free consultation. We will explain the law to you and your best options, and we can get you the monetary compensation you deserve.
Michigan Personal Injury Lawyers Who Get Results
We are proud to have some of the state’s best Michigan personal injury lawyers. Some of our recent results include.
- $5,750,000 for a man injured at a work site
- $3,250,000 for a woman injured at a major retailer
- $2,500,000 for a man injured by a semi-truck
- $2,000,000 for a woman killed in a car accident
- $1,300,000 for a man injured at a construction site
- $1,250,000 for a tenant injured at her rental complex
The Lee Steinberg Law Firm has expertise in many practice areas, but the majority of cases that we help Saginaw residents include the following types:
Saginaw Car Accident Lawyers
The attorneys at The Lee Steinberg Law Firm are car accident experts who have been helping the people of Michigan for more than 50 years. Contact us for a free consultation to understand your options for the compensation you deserve.
Saginaw car accident compensation is paid through the auto insurance claims process. However, it can be challenging to get the insurance company to pay. An aggressive yet compassionate car accident attorney with many years of experience can help you show the insurance company you’re serious about payment for your injuries and other economic damages you deserve.
Car Accident Injuries
The Saginaw car accident lawyers at the Lee Steinberg Law Firm represent clients with a wide range of injuries suffered in truck accidents. We have represented victims who have suffered from:
- Back and neck injury
- Concussion and traumatic brain injury
- Spinal cord damage
- Broken bones,
- Broken hip
- Shoulder and elbow injuries
- Road rash and scarring
Saginaw Truck Accident Injury Lawyers
Saginaw residents are entitled to money compensation for their injuries when a trucking accident happens. Trucking companies carry huge insurance policies to cover situations where their truckers injure people on the road.
You can seek compensation for your pain and suffering, emotional distress, trauma, scarring, lost wages, current medical bills, future medical bills, and more. At the Lee Steinberg Law Firm, we have a long history of standing up for victims injured by big rigs and big trucks on Michigan’s roads.
Who Can Be Sued in a Saginaw Trucking Accident?
Trucking accidents are complex and there could be multiple parties you can pursue for compensation. Potential defendants include:
- the individual trucker
- the truck’s owner/operator
- the trucker’s employer or its parent company
- the motor carrier
- the broker
What Are Reasons for a Big Truck or 18-Wheeler Accident?
Truck accidents in Michigan occur for a variety of reasons. But some of the more common reasons for tractor-trailer or big truck crashes are the following:
- Driver fatigue – the driver has been on the road too long and has violated hours of service regulations.
- Speeding – drivers are driving too fast to get to a destination and/or make up time.
- Running a traffic light or stop – driver has disregarded a red light at an intersection.
- Alcohol or drug use – impaired driving.
- Distracted driving – the driver loses focus during a long drive, is playing with the radio or communication system instead of watching the road, or simply fails to concentrate on the road while driving.
What Kind of Compensation Can I Get from a Semi-Truck Accident in Saginaw?
Michigan is a no-fault state. This means compensation for injuries from a car accident can come from in different ways.
Truck Accidents and No-Fault Benefits
Individuals injured in truck accidents are eligible for certain benefits via Michigan’s no-fault law. This is true regardless of who is found to be at-fault for the accident. Personal Injury Protection (PIP) coverage includes payment for hospital charges and doctor’s bills, rehabilitation costs, prescriptions and the other medical expenses incurred from treatment for injuries sustained in a semi-truck accident.
PIP coverage also provides payment of lost wages because of injuries sustained in a truck accident. This can be payable for up to three years following an accident.
Family members can be compensated for work they do for injured persons after an accident. These replacement services are in addition to potential “personal care” compensation, available to those who assist with personal activities such as hygiene or changing bandages. Both replacement services and personal care costs are payable by the insurance companies.
Pain and Suffering Compensation
Victims of a semi-truck or 18-wheeler crash are also entitled to compensation for their pain and suffering. This is paid by the trucking company, employer, trucker driver, carrier or other potential defendants responsible for causing the crash. This type of compensation is also known as “non-economic damages.” It can include:
- Present and future pain and suffering
- Emotional distress, anxiety and loss of companionship
- Present and future loss of income/wages not covered by PIP
- Death (through a wrongful death lawsuit)
- Bystander claims (i.e. witnessing the injury of a family member in an accident)
- Permanent or temporary work/activity disability
- Psychological injury (i.e. PTSD, depression, fright and shock)
The at-fault driver and the trucking company may also be responsible for unpaid medical bills and future medical expenses. This happens when the injured person’s PIP coverage is exhausted or used up.
Saginaw Motorcycle Accident Lawyers
When you’re in a motorcycle accident in Saginaw, you need a lawyer who understands this type of accident and has compassion for Michigan motorcyclists. Your case will need special analysis to ensure you get the full compensation you deserve.
Our legal team has handled hundreds of motorcycle wrecks all over the state of Michigan. We know how to work with experts and doctors to obtain the best outcome possible after your motorcycle accident.
How Do I Prove Negligence in a Saginaw Motorcycle Accident?
Proving negligence after a Saginaw motorcycle crash is done the same way as proving an auto accident. It is important to get testimony from the parties involved and independent witnesses. The police report will also play a role. Photographs and video surveillance is important. Collecting evidence to prove the other driver caused the motorcycle crash is the job of any great motorcycle accident lawyer.
Can I Still Get Compensation if I Didn’t Have Motorcycle Insurance?
Yes. While an uninsured motorcycle owner can’t make a claim for Michigan no-fault benefits, they can still sue for pain and suffering against the at-fault driver. This is important difference than drivers of uninsured motor vehicles, who usually can’t get compensation for pain and suffering – even if another driver caused the crash.
Saginaw Drunk Driving Accident Lawyers
Drunk driving is a persistent and dangerous problem in Saginaw, as it is across the United States. If you have the misfortune of being hit by a drunk driver, it’s natural to feel angry at the person and determined to be compensated for your losses.
A drunk driving attorney can help you use the law to your best benefit and secure compensation you need to recover and move forward. Injured people have the right to
pursue drunk drivers for their losses.
What Benefits Can an Injured Person Get for Drunk Driving Injuries?
By state law, someone who is injured by a drunk driver is entitled to Michigan no-fault benefits. If the person has a threshold injury, they can also obtain non-economic damages, such as pain and suffering. Your car repairs and other property damages can be covered too.
Our Saginaw drunk driving car accident attorneys can help you understand the process, get your medical bills and lost wages paid, and help you obtain justice and compensation after this very frustrating event.
Saginaw Bicycle Accident Lawyers
Our legal team has Saginaw bike law experts who have represented bicycle accident victims for decades. If you or a loved one were in a car crash involving a bicycle, or if you are a bicyclist severely injured in an auto accident, we will fight to ensure you receive the compensation and benefits you deserve under the law.
Here’s something you might not realize about bike accidents. Three decades ago, they primarily involved children, but today they involve people of all ages. Bike accidents are becoming more severe and more costly as they happen all over Michigan’s roads.
How Are Bike Accidents Treated Differently Than Auto Accidents?
Injured victims of bike accidents are treated similarly to injured auto accident victims in terms of being able to recover medical bills, lost wages, the value of property damage, and compensation for pain and suffering. However, bike accidents are different from auto accidents in that bicyclists are often hit in crosswalks and other areas that are not vehicle lanes of travel. This makes liability complex to determine, so make sure you have an experienced Michigan bicycle injury lawyer on your side.
Saginaw Pedestrian Accident Lawyers
Pedestrian car accidents in Saginaw often result in severe in injuries. Pedestrians are often left with life-changing injuries like brain damage, spinal cord damage, back injuries, crushed pelvises, and broken legs. Recovery can take months or more.
At the Lee Steinberg Law Firm, we take pedestrian accidents very seriously and will work to get you the money damages you’ll need to rest and recover. We can help you understand Michigan’s complex laws for pedestrian and auto accidents and put together the evidence you need to hold a negligent driver responsible.
What Should You Do After a Saginaw Pedestrian Accident?
After a Saginaw pedestrian accident, call the police or 911 for urgent medical care. Don’t leave the scene until the police arrive. If you can, gather witness information and make sure you provide your side of the story to the police.
After the accident, don’t talk about it on social media. Don’t give a recorded statement to the insurance company either. Contact a Saginaw personal injury attorney who specializes in pedestrian car accidents and/or a criminal defense attorney if you are facing criminal charges.
Saginaw Uber & Lyft Accident Lawyers
Ridesharing has exploded in popularity over the past decade and our streets are filled with drivers for Uber, Lyft, and other companies. When these drivers hurt other motorists, they can be held accountable – but the rideshare companies are famous for trying to deflect the blame and avoid paying injured victims.
You’ll need a Saginaw Uber & Lyft Accident Lawyer with extensive experience going up against ridesharing companies, their insurance companies, and the irresponsible drivers who cause victims so much expense and pain. We have a long history of success for our clients in rideshare accident cases.
How Much are Saginaw Uber & Lyft Car Accident Settlements?
The amount of money an injured person can obtain following an Uber or Lyft car accident in Saginaw depends on a number of factors, including the severity of the injuries and how the crash occurred. The insurance coverage available is also important.
Under the Limousine, Taxicab, and Transportation Network Company Act, an Uber or Lyft driver who is logged on to the transportation network company’s digital network and is available to receive a transportation request, but is not engaged in a ride, must maintain a minimum of $50,000 in liability coverage for that time period. However, when the Uber or Lyft driver is engaged in a ride, that operator must maintain at least $1,000,000 in liability coverage.
Saginaw Slip and Fall Lawyers
Saginaw slip and fall injury cases usually involve negligence, where the injured person sues the premises owner for creating unsafe conditions or allowing it to persist and lead to injury. Saginaw premises owners, including homeowners, landlords, and building owners, have a duty to keep their premises in a reasonably safe condition and to protect against harming people on their property.
If you slipped, tripped, or fell and were injured as a result, talk to your lawyer about the conditions present at the time of your injury and who may be responsible. We can help you place the blame where it belongs and arrange compensation for your damages.
What Should I Do If I Am Injured in a Slip and Fall in Saginaw?
First, seek medical attention immediately. Then get as much information as possible about what caused your fall. Take photos and videos of the area. Get names and telephone numbers of witnesses. Talk to the building owner/manager and let them know of your injury. However, don’t provide any type of written or taped statement to anyone – including an insurance company – until you contact a Saginaw slip and fall injury lawyer.
What Should I Do When Injured in a Saginaw Slip and Fall Accident?
- First, make it a priority to seek emergency health care without any delay in getting medical help. Preserve all medical bills and paperwork related to your case.
- Take photographs of the area and take down the names and telephone numbers of any witnesses.
- Note the conditions in the area, including things like flooring and lighting.
- Don’t post anything about the situation on social media.
- Contact a Saginaw slip and fall lawyer. Your lawyer can provide you with a full list of things to do after a slip and fall injury.
Saginaw Landlord-Tenant Personal Injury Lawyers
Tenants injured due to the negligence of their landlord or property manager in Saginaw have a special type of case. Tenants receive special protections according to Michigan law.
Under MCL 554.139, a landlord has a duty to keep the premises – such as the apartment complex or home – in reasonable repair. The landlord also has a duty to keep the premises and all common areas fit for their intended use. If a landlord breaches this duty, then the tenant can file a lawsuit against the landlord or the property management company for their injuries.
Most tenant injuries that occur due to landlord negligence occur in areas of the home that often ignored and thus not properly maintained. Common tenant injuries include a handrail giving way, broken steps, broken porch, a cracked floor or walkway, or water damage resulting in ceiling collapse or building collapse.
Landlord-tenant injury cases often involve challenging battles with management companies and building owners. You, as the tenant or injured party, must prove the landlord was negligent in maintaining the building and this negligence caused the injuries. Seek the help of an experienced landlord negligence injury lawyer in the Saginaw area.
Saginaw Medical Malpractice Lawyers
Medical malpractice is much more common than most people realize and it’s the reason hospitals and practitioners carry large insurance policies. Even skilled, experienced healthcare professionals sometimes make mistakes that impact patients’ lives and health.
Medical malpractice occurs when a patient sustains an injury due to an improper action, or failure to act, by a member of the medical profession. When a doctor fails to meet the standard of care for the profession, or the level of professional medical that is relevant for a specific medication situation, then that doctor can be held responsible for the injuries that are caused.
There are multiple examples of medical malpractice. Some of the most common examples include:
- Missed diagnosis or delayed diagnosis;
- Surgical errors;
- Childbirth injuries – oxygen deprivation, shoulder dystocia, brachial plexus injuries;
- Anesthesia errors;
- Medication mistakes.
Although there are exceptions, in general the statute of limitations for a Saginaw medical malpractice case is two years. This means the malpractice victim has two years from the date of the malpractice to file a lawsuit against the correct defendants or the victim forever loses his or her right to recover compensation for their injuries.
If you’re injured due to medical malpractice in Saginaw or anywhere in the state of Michigan, you may be dealing with pain, physical disability, limited mobility, stress, and expensive medical bills. Your home and work life could be disrupted forever. Contact a lawyer to start a medical malpractice claim and to obtain answers.
Saginaw Birth Injury Lawyers
Did your child suffer at the hands of a medical professional at birth? Sometimes the joyous event of birth is marred by a medical mistake and birth injury. Doctors, nurses, birthing coaches, and many other healthcare workers create serious medical challenges for mothers and babies when they make preventable errors.
Don’t wait to seek compensation. You and your baby could be facing a lifetime of health problems or even permanent disability. This situation could shake up your entire world and you deserve resources that will allow you and your child to move forward.
How Much Can I Receive for Pain and Suffering in a Saginaw Medical Malpractice Case?
Michigan has a medical malpractice damages cap that limits the amount you can be awarded in a medical malpractice case. The standard lower cap is currently $569,000 for non-economic damages. This low cap includes death cases. For cases that involve significant, long-lasting harm to the patient, like permanent organ damage or permanent cognitive impairment, the cap on non-economic damages is currently $1,016,000.
However, there is no cap on economic damages like medical expenses and lost wages.
Nursing Home Abuse & Injury Lawyers
It’s hard to imagine a loved one suffering neglect or abuse at the hands of nursing home workers, but it happens every day here in Saginaw and across Michigan. You can take action to protect yourself or a loved one who is experiencing nursing home injuries or neglect.
Nursing home abuse and injury laws are constantly changing. You’ll need a knowledgeable Saginaw nursing home lawyer who will fight to protect your family’s rights and can handle the massive load of paperwork these cases involve, including interactions with government agencies and medical experts.
What are the Most Common Saginaw Nursing Home Injuries?
Nursing home residents are prone to injuries like bedsores, pressure sores and ulcers, decubitus ulcers, bruises, hip injuries, broken bones, side effects from dehydration and malnutrition, injuries from slipping and falling, and medication errors. Severe injuries may include traumatic brain injuries, spine damage, organ damage, and abuse, injuries, and falls that are so serious they lead to death.
All of these ailments are extremely serious and must be addressed by the medical staff at the nursing home. Failing to do this can result in negligence.
Saginaw Dog Bite Injury Lawyers
A dog attack is emotionally traumatic and can have long-lasting psychological consequences, especially for children. We represent a wide variety of dog bite victims, including parents, children, senior citizens, utility workers, delivery workers, and more.
Generally speaking, you can pursue a Saginaw dog bite claim through the Michigan Dog Bite Law or Leash Law to show the dog’s owner is responsible. We have helped clients recover millions for medical bills, puncture wounds, scarring, nerve damage, emotional trauma, and pain and suffering.
What is the Saginaw, Michigan Dog Bite Law?
In addition to Michigan dog bite laws, Saginaw has a dog bite ordinance that sets forth rules regarding bite confinement at the county animal shelter, dog age of licensing, collars and tags, seizing and killing dogs, dogs running at large, care and custody of dogs, and penalties for violations of county ordinances. Speak to your Saginaw dog bite lawyer for more information about the details of Saginaw’s dog bite laws.
Saginaw Wrongful Death Lawyers
When someone’s negligence leads to another person’s death in Saginaw, it may be a wrongful death case. These cases involve a wide variety of situations like auto accidents, pedestrian accidents, motorcycle accidents, drunk driving, product liability, drownings, fires, explosions, and workplace deaths.
A wrongful death claim is a special type of claim that involves very specific duties and deadlines. This is why it’s so important to have the assistance of an experienced wrongful death lawyer who has a thorough knowledge of these claims.
When Should a Wrongful Death Lawsuit Get Filed in Saginaw?
A wrongful death claim arises when a death occurs due to someone’s negligence. This may involve a wide variety of situations including drunk driving, truck accidents, drowning, motorcycle accidents, neglect, dog bites, car accidents, defective products, and more. Consult a Michigan wrongful death attorney about when to file a lawsuit.
Saginaw Workers’ Compensation Lawyers
Were you injured while working for your employer in Saginaw? You may be able to receive workers’ compensation under the Michigan Workers’ Disability Compensation law. Employees are entitled to certain benefits from their employers for most work-related injuries.
This could be your best option because workers’ compensation is usually the exclusive remedy for a worker against an employer for an injury or disease that arises as a result of their employment. If you miss out on workers’ compensation, you may lose your ability to have your medical bills and other costs paid by your employer.
How Much in Wages Do I Get from Worker’s Compensation?
If you’re unable to work at all, you would most likely receive 80% of your pre-injury wages using a formula that involves the 52 weeks before you were injured. If you can work at partial capacity, you may receive a lower amount that is calculated as 80% of the difference between pre-injury and post-injury wages.
Please ask a Saginaw workers’ compensation lawyer if you need additional clarification on this topic because it can be quite confusing.
Reasons To Choose Lee Steinberg Law Firm As Your Legal Team:
We Build Meaningful Relationships with Our Clients
Our Michigan personal injury lawyers put our clients first every day. We promise to treat every client with compassion, kindness, and respect. Our clients become our friends – which is why we are selected “Michigan Super Lawyers” every year. We invite you to read our hundreds of online reviews.
We Work Tirelessly to Build Your Case
The Michigan personal injury lawyers at the Lee Steinberg Law Firm work with you to review the facts of your case and determine what legal options are available. Our team of dedicated attorneys will aggressively fight for you, from the filing of the lawsuit, to taking depositions, gathering evidence, and negotiating a fantastic settlement. We are dedicated to getting you the compensation you deserve and will fight for your rights every step of the way.
We Make Sure the Insurance Company Does Not Take Advantage of You
When you have suffered a serious injury in an accident, the last thing you need is to be further confused and taken advantage of by an insurance company. With the high-powered personal injury lawyers from the Lee Steinberg Law Firm by your side, you can focus on recovering while we fight and win your case.
There are No Fees or Costs Until We Win
At the Lee Steinberg Law Firm, we work only on a contingent fee basis. We never charge attorney fees or costs until we win your case.
Saginaw Vehicle Accident Stats
Saginaw might be a smaller city, but driving here can still be dangerous. According to the Michigan crash statistics, there were more than 22,113 accidents in Saginaw County in a single year that involved 4,482 injuries and deaths. The top types of crashes in Saginaw include rear-end crashes, angle crashes, and sideswipes.
Dangerous Roads in Saginaw
- I-75
- I-675
- M-46
- M-58
- State Street
- Center Road/N. Center Road
- Hill Street
- Hemmeter Road
- Davenport Avenue
- Fashion Square Boulevard
- Tittabawassee Road
- Bay Road
- Shattuck Road
- Holland Road
- Outer Drive
- Gratiot Road
- McCarty Road
- Birch Run Road
- Michigan Avenue
- Towne Centre Road
- Midland Road
- Washington Avenue
Emergency Services and Local Contact information for Saginaw
- Saginaw Fire Department, 801 Federal Ave. Saginaw, MI 48607 (989) 759-1376
- Saginaw Police Department, 612 Federal Ave. Saginaw, MI 48607 (989) 759-1229
- Saginaw County Sheriff’s Office, 618 Cass St. Saginaw, MI 48602 (989) 790-5456
- Michigan State Police, 333 S. Grand Ave. Lansing, MI 48909-0634 (517) 332-2521
- Covenant Medical Center, 1447 N. Harrison St. Saginaw, MI 48602 (989) 583-0000
- MyMichigan Medical Center – Saginaw, 800 S. Washington Ave. Saginaw, MI 48602 (989) 907-8000
The Lee Steinberg Law Firm in Saginaw
Our Saginaw office is located at 4800 Fashion Square Blvd., Suite 200, Saginaw, MI 48604
Over the past 50 years, The Lee Steinberg Law Firm have helped thousands of people whose lives have been affected by Michigan car accidents, Michigan truck accidents, Michigan motorcycle accidents, and more.
The experience we bring to each case allows us to assist our clients with the highest level of expertise. Michigan is a “no-fault” state, which essentially means that all parties in an accident are eligible for benefits from their insurance companies, regardless of who was at fault.
Our attorneys will take care of everything, leaving you and your family to the most important job – recovering and getting your lives back on track. Having an experienced Michigan car, truck, and motorcycle attorney behind you can make all the difference. And remember, there are no fees until you win or settle your case. We don’t get paid unless you do.
Saginaw Auto Accident Cases
Saginaw Car Accident Case
A client from Bay City was involved in a crash in Saginaw, Michigan, and called the Lee Steinberg Law Firm. It involved two vehicles crash and occurred during the day with normal road conditions. The crash happened at the intersection of Tittabawassee Road and Town Center Road.
Our client was heading west on Tittabawasse Road. As she was driving through the intersection of Town Center Road, a car coming from the opposite direction attempted to turn left onto Town Center Road. Our client was not given enough time to stop and the collision occurred. Neither car was drivable following the incident. The driver of the other car received a citation for an improper turn.
Our client sustained an arm injury but refused treatment at the scene. However, the days and weeks that followed saw the injury worsen to the point where she needed medical help. That coupled with the damage to her car left our client in a precarious financial position. Fortunately, she called the Saginaw injury lawyers at the Lee Steinberg Law Firm. We were able to get her the compensation that she deserved to help her move on with her life.
If you have been involved in an accident in Saginaw or Saginaw County, we want you to contact us without reservation so we offer all callers a FREE CONSULTATION in which you can ask any questions you may have. In addition, we never take payment unless we make a recovery for you. To begin, use our free contact form or call The Law Office of Lee Steinberg today at 1-866-696-9146.
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