Category: Car Accident

A handful of U.S. states allow motorists to turn left on a red light. Michigan is one of them. But making a left on red is only permitted in certain situations. Motorists need to know the rules to reduce the likelihood of an accident and harming others. Below, the car…

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PENDING LEGISLATION WILL HURT ACCIDENT SURVIVORS – WE NEED YOUR HELP NOW TO CHANGE IT! Huge changes are taking place under the proposed No-Fault legislation due to go into effect on July 1st. There is an alternative bill that Dave Christensen helped write that would save the medical providers and…

It’s natural to expect full compensation if you’re hurt in an accident caused by someone else. However, many claimants are disappointed to get low settlement offers when the opposing party argues they are partly to blame for their injuries. In cases of shared fault, Michigan follows a modified comparative negligence…

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 telephone numbers, license and registration information, and insurance company information….

Filing an insurance claim is the primary way to obtain compensation if you’re hurt in an accident. Insurance company representatives (called adjusters) will investigate the claim to determine how much money they believe it’s worth. But be warned: An adjuster is trained and paid by the insurance company. They’re out…

It’s safe to say that ridesharing services have changed the face of transportation in Michigan. When companies like Uber and Lyft came on the scene a decade ago, they were marketed as a convenient commuter option and a safe alternative to drunk driving. They are also valuable services to help…

The moments after a car accident are often upsetting and disorienting, so you may not know what to do or who to call. Below are recommendations from the auto accident attorneys at Christensen Law. To protect your chance of recovering damages, you must report the crash and start documenting the…

When whiplash occurs due to an automobile accident, you may experience jaw pain and limited movement that can easily be overlooked and undiagnosed. You may have a temporomandibular joint (TMJ) injury that can have long-term consequences. It’s best not to assume that the pain will resolve on its own. Getting…

An insurance declaration page is a critical part of an insurance policy. Typically sent once or twice a year whenever your insurance policy gets renewed, the declaration page outlines the coverage that you have access to. You will likely have an auto insurance policy or a renters or homeowners insurance…

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 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…

Being involved in any accident is dangerous and scary, whether it’s a single-car accident or a multi-car collision. Michigan uses a no-fault system when it comes to insurance, which means that, regardless of who was at fault for your accident, your insurance will cover you. If you’ve been involved in a single-car…

If you choose to pursue personal injury compensation after being injured in a car accident, you won’t necessarily have to go to court. But if the other side won’t negotiate a fair settlement offer with you, you might want to go to court to make sure you’re fairly compensated for…

After you’ve been in a vehicle accident and suffered serious injuries, you may be wondering how to file a personal injury claim for a car accident. A personal injury claim can help you recover damages after a Michigan auto collision—but only in the event that you’ve been seriously injured. You…

If you get into a car accident in Michigan and you know someone else caused your wreck, suing the at-fault party can be the best way to recover compensation for your damages. But, you may feel hesitant to file a claim if you’ve never taken legal action before. Going to court can…

If you’ve been in a car crash in Detroit, your insurance company may request a copy of the auto accident report. Before you can provide that document to your insurer, you must first know how to get an accident report in Detroit. A Detroit car accident lawyer from Christensen Law…

Even the safest driver in the world can get into a car accident. It seems like it’s not really a question of if, but when. Most drivers are involved in a vehicle wreck at least once every ten years, so understanding how to file a claim with your Michigan no-fault insurance policy is…

The process following a vehicle accident can be overwhelming. You may realize that the other guy is responsible in most rear-end cases, but you may still be unsure of what to do if you get rear-ended. See the steps below to get a better idea of how to go about getting…

Unfortunately, if you’re reading this, then you’ve probably been the victim of a Detroit car accident. A sense of hopelessness may engulf you right now as you struggle to figure out how you’re going to manage this situation. Not only is your body at risk, but your financial situation is always…

Many people go through their lives without ever hiring an attorney, so it’s understandable that you may not be aware of when you really need one. In the case of auto wrecks, you may not even think you need to hire an attorney, believing the first step you should take…

In the aftermath of a car accident, there’s much on your plate. You may be facing serious injuries—from broken bones to mental trauma and beyond—that may require hospitalization, extended treatment and therapy, time off work, or other setbacks. You also likely have damaged property to fix or replace and the auto insurance company to communicate and deal with….

Comparative Negligence is a concern in a third party lawsuit. If you have been seriously injured in a car accident in Michigan– enough that it substantially impairs your way of life – your auto accident attorney may recommend filing a Third Party Lawsuit against the at-fault driver. In many cases who…

When to File Your First Party Lawsuit After a serious auto accident, you will probably be eager to see the no-fault benefits paid. In fact, the law puts a limit on how long you can wait to file. But there is also a risk in filing your First Party Lawsuit too early. It…

Why You Must Buckle Up in the Back Seat In the state of Michigan, children must be properly buckled into a rear car seat or booster seat until they are 8 years old or 4-feet 9-inches tall. A back seat safety belt must be worn. There is no grey area…

Some auto accident clients want to resolve their cases as soon as possible. Others want their day in court before a jury trial. But sometimes, your no-fault lawsuit won’t be resolved through the courts at all. Sometimes, your case may go to auto accident arbitration instead of trial. Arbitration as an Alternative…

After a serious car crash, you may not think you have the money to pay the attorney fees for a highly experienced auto accident attorney. But Michigan law and contingency fee agreements are designed to make high-quality legal representation available to everyone. When you are facing piles of hospital bills,…

You may know that after an auto accident you have to file a claim with your auto insurance provider. But do you know when to file the claim, what to include, or to do if the claim is denied? That’s why you need an attorney who specializes in the auto insurance claim…

Most Michigan residents know they are legally required to carry car insurance on all of their motor vehicles. But what are you required to have? And what additional insurance is a good idea? Michigan No-Fault Insurance Every Michigan driver must carry no-fault insurance on their vehicles. No-fault actually includes three…