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Christensen Law is proud to celebrate trial attorney Dustin Hoff for his latest honor as a Go-To Lawyer in Negligence Law as recognized by Michigan Lawyers Weekly. For more than a decade, Dustin has been a driving force in Michigan …
The moments after a car accident are often upsetting and disorienting, so you may not know what to do or who to call. To protect your chance of recovering damages, you must report the crash and start documenting the accident …
Even if you’ve never been in a car accident, you may already have a sense of what you should do after a crash. Check for injuries and call an ambulance if necessary. Call the police. Collect and exchange names and …
Winter in Michigan can be both beautiful and treacherous. As snow and ice blanket the roads, driving becomes a challenge that requires preparation, patience, and awareness. In 2023*, there was a total of 30,786 winter weather crashes, including 59 fatalities. …
There is no reliable average settlement amount for car accidents in Michigan. The details of each case are so drastically different that providing an average figure would be deceiving. Some accident settlements or verdicts can be hundreds of thousands of …
Blindsided by High Insurance Prices? You’re Not Alone. In 2024, U.S. auto insurance customers are feeling the financial pinch like never before. According to a report from Bankrate, the average cost of full coverage car insurance has soared to $2,543, …
The statute of limitations for car accidents in Michigan is three years, according to Michigan Compiled Laws § 600.5805. The clock on your personal injury or wrongful death lawsuit starts at the time of the crash or your loved one’s passing. Of course, exceptions can apply under …
Michigan has joined the growing ranks of states that have legalized marijuana. While recreational cannabis use isn’t against the law any longer, driving while intoxicated is. Some Michigan drivers who have heard the news that weed is legal in Michigan …
According to a 2022 report from the nonprofit TRIP, nearly a quarter of Michigan’s roads are in poor condition. Deteriorated roads lead to potholes, rough surfaces, faded paint, and other defects that can result in serious car accidents. And the …
Tailgating increases the risk of a rear-end collision. It occurs when one vehicle follows another too closely, and is a highly dangerous practice. It is also against the law in Michigan. But sadly, reckless drivers violate this fundamental road rule …
Being injured in a car accident can be a scary, painful, and overwhelming experience. Getting prompt medical treatment following a collision is critical to your health but is also vital if you need to file a personal injury claim later. …
Suffering severe or catastrophic injuries in a Michigan car accident can affect more than just your physical health. You might find it difficult or impossible to perform certain activities or enjoy the lifestyle you were accustomed to before you got …
After a car accident, you may face medical expenses you never planned or saved for. Medical debt can be overwhelming, and if you’re one of the 23 million people in the U.S. who owe more than $250 to a medical …
After a car accident, people with severe injuries often need home health care to assist with medical needs, for safety supervision, or to help manage the routines and tasks of daily living. In Michigan, accident victims can receive compensation for …
Returning to work is a top concern for many car accident victims. Everyone needs income to get the bills paid. So when a crash injury sidelines you, it’s natural to worry about how you will make ends meet. The good …
Car accidents are traumatic events that can result in life-changing injuries. The extreme forces of a collision wreak havoc on the human body, leaving victims with catastrophic trauma such as broken bones, brain injuries, internal organ damage, paralysis, and other …
Every motorist in Michigan is expected to carry auto insurance. Most believe that their policies will protect themselves and any family members who are injured in a wreck. But not so fast — if your auto insurance policy has a …
If your property was damaged in a car accident, you may be entitled to fair compensation for its repair or replacement. But what types of property damage are compensable, and who pays? The specific circumstances of the traffic accident, along …
People purchase liability insurance policies to cover accidents they may cause. For instance, if you seriously injure someone in a car accident in Michigan, your liability policy will pay for the damage up to your policy limits. But insurance policies …
If you are a Michigan driver, you must carry auto insurance. This insurance includes personal injury protection (PIP), or no-fault insurance coverage. Individuals injured in auto accidents in Michigan must first turn to their PIP insurance to cover many of …
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