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The Michigan judicial elections for the Michigan Supreme Court and the Michigan Court of Appeals are fast-approaching. In less than a week, we will all be at the polls or filling out our absentee ballots to select the justices and judges who will serve on Michigan’s highest court and appellate court. Even though most of …
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Under the Michigan hit and run accident law, it is a crime to leave the scene of an automobile crash. If the driver causes a fatality and flees the scene of the crash, he or she faces up to 15 years in prison and a $10,000 fine. If you are involved in a crash where …
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Pedestrian safety is crucial for drivers and for those traveling by foot. To improve safety, drivers must eliminate behaviors such as distracted driving, drinking and driving and speeding. People walking must cross at intersections, avoid drinking and walking, distracted walking and be extra careful after 6pm. To bring attention to this critical public safety issue, …
My top Halloween safety tips for drivers include: (1) do not speed; (2) constantly watch for pedestrians and trick-or-treaters; (3) be ready to stop in an instant; and (4) be 100% alert. For ghosts, goblins and parents, my tips are: (1) cross at crosswalks; (2) make yourself visible; and (3) watch for cars. Halloween is …
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With fatal pedestrian car accidents at record highs in Michigan, everyone has a role to play in ensuring pedestrian safety. Drivers must be alert for people on foot, obey the speed limit, eliminate distractions, drive sober and pay attention. People who walk should generally try to cross the street at crosswalks when possible and be …
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In Michigan, the pedestrian accident statistics for 2021 show that pedestrian deaths were the highest in 10 years. Also, October is the most dangerous month for pedestrians and 6pm-7pm is the most dangerous time of day for a pedestrian to be hit by a car. A pedestrian who does not cross at an intersection continues …
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A pedestrian who has been hit by a car in Michigan may be able to sue the at-fault driver who caused the accident for pain and suffering compensation. The injured victim may also be able to recover auto No-Fault insurance benefits to pay for medical bills and lost wages if he or she is disabled …
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Many factors will affect a Michigan motorcycle accident settlement. Key settlement amount drivers include the nature and seriousness of injuries, past treatment and future medical needs, how your injuries have affected your life, and the at-fault driver’s liability policy limits. You can be certain that a fair settlement will often be far more than what …
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The Michigan school bus traffic laws prohibit drivers from passing a school bus that is stopped and has its red lights flashing. Drivers must stop at least 20 feet away and cannot resume driving until the bus lights are turned off or the bus begins moving. Stop-arm cameras record drivers who unlawfully pass. Penalties range …
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