Blog

MICHIGAN’S OPEN AND OBVIOUS RULE IS OFTEN USED AS A MEANS TO AVOID LEGAL RESPONSIBILITY On appeal, Christensen Law reverses an earlier trial judge’s ruling in favor of the landowner in a hazardous “open and obvious” case, securing justice and rightful compensation for our client. Download the full case study…

Christensen Law prevailed in the case of a young man denied compensation by his insurance company despite meeting all criteria of coverage. The insurance company attempted to block coverage, arguing the definition of household. Download the full case study here. Mr. Barnes, 22, had been seriously injured by a hit…

Dealing with injuries you sustained in an automobile accident or other personal injury incident is hard enough. Unfortunately, the situation is made even more difficult when your insurance company asks you to undergo an Independent Medical Exam (IME). The name of this examination is misleading. It is far from independent since it is…

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…

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…