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Flashing Yellow Turn Signal In Michigan: What Does It Mean?

In Michigan, a flashing yellow arrow left turn signal at an intersection means that you must: (1) proceed cautiously, (2) yield the right of way to oncoming traffic, (3) yield the right of way to pedestrians using the crosswalk onto which you’ll be turning, and (4) complete your left turn when it is safe to […]

Michigan Car Accident Red Light Law: Your Legal Rights Explained

The Michigan car accident red light law allows you to sue for pain and suffering compensation and economic damages such as future medical bills and future economic loss if you are injured due to a negligent driver running a red light.  An experienced auto accident attorney who specializes in helping people like you who have […]

Michigan Social Host Liability Law: What You Need To Know

Knowing about the Michigan social host liability law will help you protect your guests, your community and your family. Preventing minors from consuming alcohol in your home is the law. Failure to do so in your own home exposes you to legal liability in the event that tragedy strikes. Under Michigan law, if a social […]

Michigan Drunk Driving Accident Statistics: What You Need To Know

Michigan drunk driving accident statistics show that drivers with more than the legal limit of alcohol in their systems are 7 times more likely to be in a fatal crash and 6 to 17 times more likely to be killed. 27.3% of all fatal crashes in Michigan are alcohol-related and occur between the hours of […]

Flat Tire On Highway: Here’s What To Do

The most important thing to do if you get a flat tire on the highway is to get yourself, your passengers and your vehicle safely out of and away from traffic. Slow down, but do not stop in traffic. Carefully steer your vehicle to the shoulder, or even better, off the freeway and onto a […]

Thanksgiving Eve: Biggest Drinking Day of the Year Safe Driving Tips

The biggest drinking day of the year Thanksgiving eve aka the Wednesday before Thanksgiving. Unfortunately, the drinking and driving that occurs on Thanksgiving Eve is part of the reason why 37.5% of all fatal crashes over the holiday weekend are alcohol-related. Drunk driving crashes and deaths are 100% preventable. In Metro Detroit, it is often […]

National Teen Driver Safety Week: What You Need To Know

National teen driver safety week, which runs from October 19th to the 25th, is the perfect time to emphasize teaching teens about the dangerous behaviors that put young drivers at risk, such as distracted driving, speeding, drunk driving and not wearing seat belts.  National teen driver safety week is something we all need to take […]

Hit By A Drunk Driver in Michigan, Can I Sue?

If you were hit by a drunk driver in Michigan and if he or she was at-fault, then you may be able to sue for: (1) pain and suffering compensation; (2) wrongful damages if you lost a loved one; (3) medical bills and lost wages that are not covered by car insurance; and (4) mini […]

Drowsy Driving Laws: Which States Have Them?

There are only two states in the nation that have drowsy driving laws and Michigan is not one of them. Here are reasons why states should wake up to them.

Michigan Yield Laws: What You Need To Know

The Michigan yield laws set forth the circumstances in which drivers in Michigan must yield the right of way: (1) when traveling through intersections, (2) when making left turns, (3) when pedestrians and bicyclists are in a crosswalk, (4) when merging onto the highway, and (5) when encountering an emergency vehicle. When people know, understand […]

Airbag Safety For Short Drivers: Here’s What To Know

The number one tip for airbag safety for short drivers is keeping a safe distance from the air-bag in their steering wheel. NHTSA recommends that there be 10 inches between the air-bag cover and a driver’s breastbone. This is best achieved by adjusting your seat position or through the use of pedal extensions. Only in […]

Are Motor Trikes Safer Than Motorcycles: What You Need To Know

Better traffic visibility is a motor trike safety plus. But with different aerodynamics than traditional motorcycles, 3-wheelers have their own unique dangers

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