Grand Rapids Car Accident Lawyer
Our Grand Rapids car accident lawyers have the experience, skill and resources to fight for you if you have been injured in a motor vehicle crash. Our attorneys have a proven track record of winning personal injury cases like yours. With a law office located in downtown Grand Rapids, our attorneys specialize in automobile crashes and wrongful death cases throughout Kent County. For 50 years, our attorneys have been recovering record settlements and trial verdicts on behalf of our clients.
Michigan Auto Law
- 212 Cesar E Chavez Ave SW, Suite 105
Grand Rapids, MI 49503 - Open 24 Hours
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- (248) 353-7575
- (616) 259-4498
Michigan Auto Law attorneys have recovered more million dollar vehicle crash settlements and trial verdicts for our clients, more than any law firm in Michigan. Our Grand Rapids car accident lawyers can help resolve your case faster and for a higher amount because our track record means we get significantly higher settlements for the clients we serve. And we do it in a manner that is caring and communicative, with a reputation in the legal community for the highest ethics and integrity.
Michigan Auto Law’s attorneys are the most awarded automobile crash attorneys in the state of Michigan. Our firm has consistently been named by third-party, independent attorney review organizations, and in the news media, as among the “Best Lawyers” and “Best Law Firms,” not just in Michigan, but across the U.S. We have more attorneys ranked as “Super Lawyers” than any other personal injury law firm in Michigan, including having two of our Michigan attorneys ranked among the state’s top 50 lawyers, in a review of 60,000+ Michigan attorneys in all areas of legal practice.
Although we appreciate the honors and awards, our attorneys take their greatest pride in helping our clients and their families get through one of the most stressful experiences of their lives, with support and communication. The recognition and the honors and awards only reflect the care and compassion we put into every case.
The Michigan Auto Law mission is simple: To be the best automobile crash attorneys in Michigan, every year. That means treating every client that we help with dignity, respect, and caring. It also means working incredibly hard to marshal all of our experience, dedication, skills and grit to get our client the best possible results for their personal injury cases. We are truly here to help.
Over 1,800 5-Star Reviews
Michigan Auto Law attorneys consistently provide compassionate, personal attention to our clients. With over 1,000 five-star reviews, it’s obvious that we work harder to keep our clients satisfied throughout the personal injury case process, answering every question quickly and making challenging times easier.
I would like to thank Brandon, Rick, Tom and the support staff for all of their hard work on my case. They kept me up do date with the progress or delays. Gave sound advice as how to proceed. Always answered all of my questions until I was comfortable that I understood the answers. They were quick to return any calls and respond to any concerns. There was a time during my case when I truly needed help and they were there for me. I think very highly of the entire team and would recommend them to anyone.
Our Grand Rapids car accident lawyers serve clients in the following practice areas
Our office is located on Grandville Avenue in the downtown area, less than a block from Founders Brewery and the Downtown Market. Our attorneys serve clients throughout the city and Kent County area who have been injured in a motor vehicle crash and need legal services to get the compensation they are entitled to.
Michigan Auto Law Grand Rapids car accident lawyers are active in the local community, supporting the West Michigan Chapter of the Federal Bar Association. We are also members of the Grand Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce and the West Michigan Hispanic Chamber of Commerce.
Managing Partner Steven Gursten is regularly quoted in local newspapers and TV stations as an auto and truck crash expert, sharing an annual list of dangerous intersections in Kent County. Our Chief Operating Officer and attorney, Brandon Hewitt, is a native of the city and has spoken at area schools, including Byron Center High School, on teen driver safety.
Why Do I Need a Grand Rapids Car Accident Lawyer?
If you are injured in a motor vehicle crash in the area, you need a Grand Rapids car accident lawyer to help you get the compensation you deserve. An experienced attorney can help protect your legal rights to collect No-Fault wage loss and PIP benefits. We also help you get medical bills paid for under our state’s auto No-Fault insurance law. Michigan’s auto law can present many potential hurdles for the uninformed consumer.
For example, as a consumer, you may need to provide “notice” if you are injured in a hit and run or by an uninsured driver. Many insurance companies include contract language in their policies that requires this 30 days advance notice, in order for the customer (you) to recover uninsured motorist protection. (Did you know? Approximately 20% of all drivers in the state of Michigan are driving uninsured, according to the Insurance Information Institute.) Failing to comply with the “notice” requirement in your own “uninsured motorist” policy could mean that your policy will be voided and you will lose the right to recover compensation for your injuries and losses. Failing to give this notice could leave you with nothing – or worse yet, expensive medical bills that you’ll have to pay out of pocket and no insurance to pay for potential future medical care and treatment.
An experienced Grand Rapids car accident lawyer can protect you from inadvertently giving up rights to financial compensation. Lately, auto insurance companies and claims adjusters sometimes try to trick victims, who may already be under financial pressure after a personal injury from a crash, into “settling” their automobile crash injury claims for significantly less than they’re worth, forfeiting all of their future legal rights to No-Fault benefits, and possibly losing the right to all future pain and suffering compensation.
Our Grand Rapids car accident lawyers are here to help and protect you and your loved ones. We make sure you receive everything you are entitled to after a motor vehicle crash – from your own insurance company and from the insurance company of the negligent driver who caused your injuries. Don’t miss out on any of your legal rights to compensation for your injuries. It’s important to call now and schedule a free consultation with an experienced attorney as soon as possible after any motor vehicle crash where a personal injury has occurred.
How Our Grand Rapids Car Accident Lawyers Can Help You
Our Grand Rapids car accident lawyers specialize in helping people who have been injured in automobile crashes. We have helped motor vehicle crash victims for more than 50 years and we have recovered more million dollar settlements and trial verdicts for clients than any other attorney or law firm in Michigan.
We are here to make sure you understand 100% of your legal rights after a personal injury from a crash and our attorneys help you with all aspects of your claim, including:
- Making sure you receive all of the No-Fault insurance benefits you are entitled to
- Identifying and verifying the insurance and coverage that may be relevant to your case
- Getting the best possible settlement as quickly as possible
Our Grand Rapids car accident lawyers can help you navigate Michigan’s auto No-Fault insurance laws and get the financial compensation you deserve from a negligent driver.
We also guarantee that our service will exceed your expectations. If you aren’t fully satisfied, there’s no obligation. We guarantee that our Grand Rapids car accident lawyers will win and recover for you – or you won’t pay anything.
Our Results
The experienced Grand Rapids car accident lawyers at Michigan Auto Law have recovered Michigan’s top reported automobile crash settlements. Here are some of the recent motor vehicle crash settlements we have gotten for our clients:
- $34.5 Million – Our team secured the largest-reported tractor-trailer crash settlement in the U.S. for that year. It is the largest truck settlement by an attorney in the state.
- $14.3 Million – Our attorneys won this truck accident verdict in Clinton County in a case involving a traumatic brain injury, extensive economic damages and loss of consortium. The defense’s final pre-trial settlement offer was $25,000. This was the largest-reported motor vehicle trial verdict in Michigan for that year.
- $13.5 Million – Our attorneys settled a case for a victim in a car vs. tractor trailer crash who suffered major burn injuries.
- $10.5 Million – We obtained this truck accident recovery for a woman who was seriously injured when a truck crashed into her vehicle.
- $9 Million – Our truck accident lawyers obtained this recovery for a man who lost both of his legs in a rear-end collision. This was the largest pain and suffering trucking settlement of the preceding decade for a rear-end crash in the state.
- $7 Million – The parents of a young man who was killed by a speeding driver sued for his pain and suffering. This was the top reported Michigan crash settlement that year. Notably, our attorneys were also able to recover an additional $4 million dollars in contribution over the insurance policy limits for the family.
- $6.2 million – Details about parties, injuries and insurers are confidential for this case.
- $5.65 Million – A jury awarded this amount to our client who had suffered a traumatic brain injury as a result of being run over in a crash. This was the largest reported motor vehicle crash verdict in Michigan for the year and the second largest reported personal injury verdict in all of Michigan that year.
- $5.1 Million – This wrongful death automobile crash settlement in a rear-end collision case was the largest reported wrongful death settlement in Washtenaw County and the largest reported motor vehicle wrongful death settlement in Michigan for an individual killed in a crash in 2018.
Michigan Auto Law attorneys have won more than 80 separate automobile crash settlements, verdicts and awards of one million dollars or more for our clients, which is more than any other attorney or law firm in Michigan. That’s just one of the reasons that Michigan Auto Law receives more attorney referrals from other Michigan attorneys for motor vehicle crash personal injury cases throughout our state than any other law firm. We help our clients and their families through a difficult time, making it easier with our compassion, communication, and caring. Read about the settlements our attorneys have recovered on behalf of our clients: Michigan Settlements and Verdicts.
Motor Vehicle Crash Resources
When you’ve been in a crash, you will likely have a long list of questions for your Grand Rapids car accident lawyer. We’ve covered some of the frequently asked questions here, and provided several resources below.
When To Get An Attorney For A Crash?
Check out specific reasons for getting an attorney for a motor vehicle crash.
Michigan Motor Vehicle Crash FAQs
Our Grand Rapids car accident lawyers answer common questions – including what to do after a crash, understanding the Michigan No-Fault law and filing a lawsuit.
Checklists
We give you the tools you need to find the tools to best protect yourself throughout the litigation process, like what to do at the scene of a crash, safe driving practices and lawsuit mistakes victims should avoid.
Do I Have a Lawsuit?
Read about our state’s motor vehicle crash law and how an attorney can help you decide if you have a possible case.
Medical Care Resources
Our Grand Rapids car accident lawyers explain how getting the appropriate medical treatment can dramatically affect both your recovery and your lawsuit.
Insurance Coverage Resources
Our Grand Rapids car accident lawyers provide straight answers about insurance protections for automobile crashes involving different driving situations, like being a passenger in a crash, or crashes when driving someone else’s vehicle or rental vehicles.
More Grand Rapids Car Accident Lawyer FAQs
What do you need to know if you’re considering hiring a Grand Rapids car accident lawyer? If you or a member of your family are injured in a motor vehicle crash, you might be entitled to important benefits, including pain and suffering compensation and other financial damages. You’re more likely to recover the full value of your claim if you hire the right attorney to protect you and your legal rights. Read our attorney FAQs below or call now to speak to one of Michigan Auto Law’s experienced attorneys, with no obligation.
One of the first questions after an motor vehicle crash where a personal injury has occurred might be: How much does a Grand Rapids car accident lawyer cost? If you’re asking that question, then you’re in good company. Many people imagine that hiring an experienced attorney is expensive, but that’s not necessarily true. At Michigan Auto Law, we never ask for any fees, unless and until we win your case. There’s no up-front or out-of-pocket payment. Our attorneys are paid only if a recovery is made for you, which is what is called a contingency fee. We only get paid if you get paid – so we have to win your case first. And you don’t have to pay for our 100% client satisfaction guarantee either.
Don’t take our word for it. The insurance industry has conducted their own research showing that people who are represented by experienced attorneys recover more than people who are not represented by attorneys. And at Michigan Auto Law, you don’t pay anything unless we win. Our Grand Rapids car accident lawyers take care of every aspect of your personal injury case so you are able to focus on recovering and getting back to living a full life. We are here 24/7 to answer questions about your personal injury case, the process, the law, the insurance company or anything else. We are on your side and we are at your side. It’s worth it.
While you are not legally required to hire a Grand Rapids car accident lawyer after a crash that isn’t your fault, it’s definitely in your best interest to do so. An experienced Grand Rapids car accident lawyer, like the ones at Michigan Auto Law, will ensure you get the best possible legal settlement. We help insure that you can access all of the medical benefits and lost wages payments you are entitled to – now and in the future – under the auto No-Fault insurance law, along with pain and suffering compensation and other financial compensation. The right attorney can help you win the proper settlement while protecting your legal rights.
How long does it take to get a settlement after a motor vehicle crash? Each case is unique, so this is a difficult question. In general, there are several factors that can help estimate how long a settlement could take. These include: injuries, prognosis, current and future medical needs; whether you are partially or fully disabled from working now and/or in the future; whether your injuries affect your ability to lead your normal life; whether your injuries may necessitate “excess” coverage for medical bills and lost wages; the experience, track record of results and reputation of your attorney; the at-fault driver’s auto insurance company, adjuster, defense attorney and liability limits.
Get A Free Consultation With Our Grand Rapids Car Accident Lawyers
To speak with a Grand Rapids car accident lawyer call Michigan Auto Law now or fill out our contact form for a free consultation. We’re here for you – 24 hour a day, 7 days a week and there’s never any fee or obligation.
If you or someone you love has been in a serious motor vehicle crash, it’s a good idea to consult with a Grand Rapids car accident lawyer who has extensive experience with personal injury automobile crash cases. We specialize in these types of cases, so we understand the physical, emotional and psychological burdens that victims experience. We’re here to help.
To find out how Michigan Auto Law can help you or your family member, check out the testimonials from past victims and read our 100% satisfaction guarantee.
Michigan Auto Law’s attorneys provided full lists of the most dangerous intersections in Grand Rapids, Kent County and across the state:
