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Michael R. Shaffer

Michael R. Shaffer joined Gursten, Koltonow, Gursten, Christensen & Raitt, P.C. in 2005.  He earned his undergraduate degree from Michigan State University where he graduated with highest honors and as a member of Phi Beta Kappa.  Michael earned his law degree from Wayne State University.

Michael has considerable civil litigation experience.  Prior to joining Gursten, Koltonow, Gursten, Christensen & Raitt, P.C. he handled thousands of civil litigation matters and has gained extensive courtroom experience.  Michael has excellent trial experience and is knowledgeable on how to prepare a case properly in its early stages to attain the best possible results for his clients.

Michael has handled automobile and truck accident cases throughout Michigan .  He has represented plaintiffs throughout his career and feels a strong connection with people that have been seriously injured by negligent drivers.  Michael also has experience helping injured persons receive the no-fault benefits that they are entitled to receive from their own insurance companies. 

He works tirelessly with clients to ensure that they receive all appropriate medical treatment, wage loss benefits and all the help that they are entitled to receive.

Michael brings his litigation experience and automobile accident experience to the firm’s pre-suit division.  Here, he uses his knowledge and experience to evaluate and prepare new cases.  He directs client’s through the early stages of their case before a lawsuit is filed.  He helps them navigate through complex and sometimes conflicting health insurance plans so his clients may receive all necessary treatment and care.  He builds the client’s case and prepares a strong foundation so that if a lawsuit must be filed, the client is in the best possible position as litigation commences.  Michael works with insurance company adjusters to settle cases favorably and quickly in their early stages whenever possible.  Michael has a proven track record of success and client satisfaction.



 

 

     


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Leonard M. Koltonow - 2007
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Robert M. Raitt of Michigan Auto Law is President for the Michigan Trial Lawyers Association (MTLA) for 2008. The attorneys at Michigan Auto Law are well-respected members of the Michigan Trial Lawyers Association (MTLA), dedicated to helping Michigan families seek justice when they are injured by another person's negligence.

 



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