Hip pain after a car accident often occurs when the force of an automobile crash causes a victim to suffer injury to the hip. The most common causes of soreness and discomfort is a fracture or dislocation. If untreated it can lead to long-term, chronic pain, gait change and disability. Surgery, including partial and full …
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Seat belt syndrome describes the situation when a car accident victim has seat belt marks on his or her abdomen and chest and is found to have suffered injuries in those areas as a result of his or her safety belt being activated during a car crash. Injuries may include internal organ damage and spine …
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Car accident trauma is a real and serious condition. It most often takes the form of a TBI, PTSD, mental trauma, 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 their pre-automobile …
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Whether it is illegal to leave a child in the car unattended in Michigan will depend on the specific age of the child and whether the specific circumstances – such as the outside temperature – creates an “unreasonable risk of harm or injury” for the child. If serious physical harm or death results from a …
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If you have been injured in a car accident while on active duty in Michigan, you may be legally entitled to No-Fault benefits to pay for medical expenses and lost wages. Wage loss can include military compensation economic losses including base pay, special pay, non-taxable allowances, and retired pay. You may also be able to …
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Michigan Auto Law recognized on US News Best Law Firms 2021 List Michigan Auto Law has again been recognized on the US News Best Law Firms 2021 list as one of the Best Law Firms in the U.S. for 2021 by U.S. News & World Report and Best Lawyers,® receiving the highly coveted “Tier 1” …
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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. What is a tire blowout accident? A tire blowout …
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Car accidents can be caused by prescription drugs. Side effects of many medications can affect our ability to drive safely, increasing our risk of being involved in a crash. Common side effects of prescribed medication include drowsiness and blurred vision, impaired judgment, and slower perception and reaction times. There are many car accidents caused by …
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There is no uniform or legally-mandated hourly rate for attendant care in Michigan. “Reasonableness” is the determinative factor. The amount is based upon the injury and the assistance required, and is either litigated or voluntarily agreed upon by the insurance company and the provider. The new fee schedule takes effect in 2021 and will now …
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