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3.14.2025
After a car accident in Michigan, the clock starts ticking on your legal rights. Many accident victims focus on recovering from their injuries, managing medical bills, and getting their vehicles repaired. Legal action feels like something that can wait. But the question of when it becomes too late to get a lawyer for a car […]
1.9.2025
According to the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA), one third of motor vehicle accidents between heavy trucks and passenger vehicles occur due to a truck’s blind spot. Drivers of large trucks or buses (commercial motor vehicles) know they have operating limitations such as large blind spots, long stopping distances, and limited maneuverability. The FMSCA created a […]
10.4.2024
Michigan has long been a leader in the automotive industry, but with the rise of self-driving cars, new questions about safety are emerging. A recent lawsuit against GM Cruise, a self-driving car developer, highlights potential dangers and the importance of understanding your rights in case of an accident involving an autonomous vehicle. GM Cruise Lawsuit […]
3.15.2024
Being involved in a car accident, even a minor one, can be a confusing and stressful experience. Understanding your legal obligations and the steps to take afterwards can help alleviate some of that stress. Reporting guidelines can be hard to keep up with, especially if you have ever lived in a different state, since each […]
2.15.2024
Michigan’s roads are a network connecting families, communities, and commerce.
11.30.2023
And What to Do If You Are Injured in a Car Accident Weather-related car accidents are not at all uncommon, especially across the state of Michigan. During the winter months, slushy, snowy, and icy conditions pose a significant danger to motorists, vehicle passengers, pedestrians, and others on the road. To ensure your safety and the […]
9.16.2023
Michigan created the Michigan Assigned Claims program in 1973 to provide help to people injured in an accident involving a motor vehicle, when there is no other automobile insurance available. The Michigan Secretary of State managed the Assigned Claims program until December 17, 2012, when it transferred to the Michigan Automobile Insurance Placement Facility. Who […]
8.31.2023
Understanding Motor Vehicle Incidents in the Heart of the Motor City The bustling city of Detroit fondly called the “Motor City,” stands as a testament to America’s enduring relationship with the automobile. But as the cradle of the auto industry, Detroit faces its fair share of motor vehicle challenges, notably car accidents. In this deep-dive, […]
6.14.2023
Understanding Michigan Seat Belt Laws Michigan’s primary seat belt law means police can stop and ticket motorists solely for not wearing a seat belt. In Michigan law requires: Michigan’s child passenger safety law requires: Seatbelts are intended to protect occupants of motor vehicle accidents from the all too often fatal or severe injuries for those […]
12.31.2022
We’ve all seen it, and perhaps even been tempted by it: a driver looking at their phone instead of the road. But distracted driving is more than just texting. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) categorizes distracted driving behaviors into three main types. Understanding these three types of distracted driving is crucial because any action that […]
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