Category: Car Accident

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LAWYER STORIES PODCAST SERIES

FEATURING THE CHRISTENSEN LAW TEAM We’ve been excited to partner with Benny Gold, founder of of Lawyer Stories, who interviewed all our attorneys this summer! Check out Dave’s dulcet tones and story here: Sarah shares her personal experience with her baby’s son’s TBI and how it reframed her approach to…

Modified Comparative Negligence in Michigan

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…

Giving Too Much Information to the Insurance Company

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….

insurance adjuster talk

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…

christensen law michigan PI attorneys rideshare blog

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…

How Soon After a Car Accident Should You Get a Lawyer

It was a normal day until another car hit you. Now you’re nursing painful injuries, sidelined from work, and trying to figure out your next move. If you’re like most people, you’re probably also wondering how soon you should contact a car accident lawyer. Here’s a general rule of thumb:…

What to Do After an Auto Accident

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…

Guide to Understanding Your Insurance Declaration Page

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…