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Motorcycle laws are in place to prevent accidents and promote safety. If you’re going to ride in Michigan, you need to know the laws — and follow them — to protect yourself if an accident occurs. Before hitting the road, learn about some of Michigan’s key motorcycle laws and how…

Injuries caused by another party’s recklessness are painful and often costly to treat. In Michigan, accident victims can demand compensation for their losses through a personal injury claim. But how much money will you get in a settlement? That’s a difficult question to answer. Here’s the bottom line: There’s no…

If you’ve been injured in a car accident, recovering a full and fair settlement from the insurance company is incredibly important. However, an insurance adjuster may not be eager to pay you what you’re truly owed. One way that adjusters may attempt to reduce your payout is by disputing the…

Commercial trucks are powerhouses on Michigan roads. Unfortunately, they can also be a serious hazard to neighboring motorists. Due to their massive size and weight, trucks can cause significant injuries to others if an accident occurs. Sadly, these types of crashes happen far too often in The Wolverine State. The…

Michigan is no stranger to snow in winter. We rely on snowplows to help clear the roads and keep us safe. But what happens if you’re hurt in an accident with a plow truck? It’s important to know your legal rights. Causes of Snow Plow Accidents in Michigan Winter weather…

The folks at Christensen Law, a Southfield-based personal injury law firm specializing in helping victims of automobile and truck accidents, not only got into the spirit of helping during the COVID-19 crisis, but they sparked competitive involvement from another firm that resulted in frontline workers at local hospitals having food…

Tom Economy, Attorney November marked a special milestone for the firm — attorney Tom Economy’s 4-year anniversary with Christensen Law. Since passing the bar in December 1999, Tom has amassed an impressive record over his 21-year career. Early on, he was one of the youngest attorneys ever to try cases…

Michigan is a no-fault state for auto insurance. That means you’ll need to carry some level of personal injury protection (PIP) coverage on your auto insurance policy. In the case of a car accident, you’ll first file a claim through your own insurer. PIP coverage will cover at least a…

Dizziness after a car accident should not be taken lightly. It’s wise to seek medical attention immediately after the crash and get continuing care if the dizziness lasts beyond the doctor’s expectations. Dizziness can be a symptom of a traumatic brain injury (TBI), neck injury, or other trauma. These are…

Accidents involving large trucks and tractor-trailers can be catastrophic. A commercial truck is much longer and heavier than the standard automobile. That means that when occupants in smaller cars collide with large trucks, the occupant usually suffers the worst injuries. Truck accident cases are particularly complex. Not only do they…