What Should You Do When Passing A Bicyclist In Michigan?
April 16, 2026
In Michigan, when passing a bicyclist you should allow a safe distance of at least 3 feet between your car or truck and the bicyclist. You should also drive at a careful and prudent speed such that you would be able to stop quickly if necessary. If it’s not practicable to allow a full 3 […]
What Is Seat Belt Syndrome: Everything You Need To Know
April 15, 2026
Seat belt syndrome, or seat belt injury, refers to a specific pattern of injuries that can occur as a result of wearing a seat belt during a car accident. It typically refers to injuries sustained by the upper torso, chest, and abdomen due to the restraining forces exerted by a seat belt. Injuries may also […]
Civil Lawsuit For Car Accident In Michigan: Here’s What To Know
April 10, 2026
If you’ve been injured in a car accident in Michigan through no fault of your own, a civil lawsuit for a car accident can help you hold the responsible driver accountable for the pain, suffering, and financial losses they’ve caused — and if your insurance company has failed to pay the No-Fault PIP benefits you’re […]
Michigan Traffic Fatalities 2026: Latest Statistics, Laws & Prevention
April 9, 2026
Michigan traffic fatalities have decreased nearly 3% over the past 4 years, even though total car accidents increased 2.2% over the same period. Significantly, the number of fatal car crashes in Michigan went from 1,068 in 2021 to 1,012 in 2024 – a 5.2% decrease. These trends for traffic fatalities and fatal crashes are welcome […]
Someone Hit My Parked Car In Michigan: What You Need To Know
March 31, 2026
It still surprises me how often this happens: someone hits a parked car in Michigan, and then just drives off without leaving a note or any contact information. Unfortunately, it raises the question of what exactly you should do if this scenario occurs. What our attorneys tell people is that it is very important to […]
Car Accident With Tractor Trailer In Michigan: Here’s What To Do
March 26, 2026
When you have been injured in a car accident with a tractor trailer in Michigan, one of the most important things to do is to hire an experienced truck accident attorney. Only a lawyer who understands this specialized area of rules and regulations in trucking and identifying all the insurance and possible defendants will be […]
Michigan Moped Laws: What You Need To Know
March 25, 2026
Michigan moped laws have specific licensing, registration and insurance requirements that riders need to know about. Riders also need to know the rules of the road to safely operate a moped so they can avoid accidents with cars or pedestrians and what their legal rights are if they are involved in an accident with a […]
Michigan Wrong Way Driver Accident: Who Is Liable?
March 19, 2026
If you’ve been injured in a car accident that involved a wrong way driver, then you likely will be able to sue the driver for compensation. Driving in the wrong direction is a violation of both the “designated direction” and “reasonable care” driving safety laws. These types of car accidents are most often seen with […]
Trauma After Car Accident: 5 Types That You Need To Know
March 18, 2026
Trauma after a car accident is a real and serious condition. It most often takes the form of a TBI, PTSD, mental distress, emotional distress, or an adjustment disorder. It can interfere with an individual’s medical recovery, ability to return to work, engage in activities of daily living, and in severe cases, to productively resume […]
Michigan Tire Blowout Accident: What You Need To Know
March 17, 2026
In Michigan, a tire blowout accident is always dangerous and deadly. While poorly maintained trucks are the leading cause of deadly tire blowouts, passenger cars with under-inflated and worn tires are also major causes, as are tire defects, potholes, and overloaded vehicles. Most of these crashes are preventable. 1 in 11 crashes that occur in […]
Car Accident In Rain: What You Need To Know
March 12, 2026
A car accident in the rain is most often caused by a combination of bad weather conditions and unsafe driving. A driver is 34% more likely to be in a fatal crash during a rainstorm – and the risk more than doubles in a heavy downpour. More than 3,400 people die every year in car […]
Are IME Doctors Fair: The Truth About Independent Medical Exams
February 26, 2026
Most IME doctors are not fair. They’re biased in favor of the insurance companies that hire them paying them a lot of money to do one-time exams on people.
