The biggest risk bicyclists face on the road is a collision with a motorist. Since bicycles offer no protection during accidents, collisions with cars usually result in severe injuries, and can often even be deadly. In Michigan, there were 1,248 bicycle-involved accidents in 2021, with […]
Michigan Bicycle vs. Car Accidents: Determining Fault
When cars and bicycles collide, the results can be deadly. Michigan saw 985 cyclist deaths in 2019, and over 1,260 cyclists injured in collisions with vehicles in 2021. With an increasing number of bicyclists sharing the road with motorists, these accidents are more likely to […]
6 Questions to Ask a Personal Injury Lawyer Before You Hire Them
Originally published September 12, 2022. Finding the right personal injury lawyer after an accident is a significant decision. Your choice of lawyer can have a big impact on the outcome of your claim, because their level of skill may determine how much compensation you get. […]
Camp Lejeune Toxic Water Victims Deserve Compensation
Generations of U.S. Marines, their families, and civilian workers have lived and worked at Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, a 246-square-mile military training facility in Jacksonville, North Carolina. But for more than 30 years, the people who spent time at this base were drinking, bathing, […]
What Is The Cause Of Most Michigan Watercraft Accidents?
When you hear the phrase “boat accident,” you likely envision a large boat colliding into a dock or two speedboats smashing into each other. The truth is that boat accidents typically involve more commonplace occurrences. From tubing accidents to jet ski collisions, these incidents are […]
Do You Need to Prove the Other Driver Was Distracted to Get Compensation for a Crash?
Distracted driving is dangerous, resulting in many accidents across the U.S. In 2019, 387 fatal crashes involved using a cell phone as a distraction. The number of people killed by all distracted driving-related behaviors is much higher, an estimated 3,142 deaths in 2019. When people […]
When Can You File A Lawsuit For Carbon Monoxide Poisoning?
Hundreds of people die each year in the U.S. because of exposure to carbon monoxide. Carbon monoxide is a dangerous gas that is both colorless and odorless, produced when fuels like wood, gasoline, or natural gas are burned. This can occur through home appliances like […]
How Much Compensation Can You Get After a Brain Injury?
The impact of having a traumatic brain injury on you and your family can last a lifetime. Depending on the severity of your injury, you may face financial stress due to ongoing medical treatments and limited ability to work. When the TBI is the result […]
Everything You Need To Know About Michigan Bicycle Helmet Laws As Of 2023
Each state has its own unique laws about bicycle helmet requirements. Michigan does not mandate safety gear for bicyclists in most scenarios. However, there is an exception that you need to know if you plan to ride a bike on public roads in Michigan. Let’s […]
What Are Michigan’s Pedestrian Traffic Laws?
Some of the most serious injuries imaginable happen when pedestrians are struck by vehicles. In many collisions involving pedestrians, the driver of the vehicle failed to follow the law. But what do Michigan’s laws specifically say about the rights and responsibilities of drivers in relation […]
