When we picture a commercial motor vehicle (CMV), most of us probably think of semi-trucks, tractor-trailers, or box trucks. But a truck’s design, size, and weight aren’t the only criteria used to classify them as commercial vehicles. If you’re seriously injured in a Michigan truck accident, these classifications could be…
Mixed Messages And Sudden Policy Changes Sow Confusion, Opposition To Covid Guidelines Sarah offers words of advice to business leaders on crisis messaging and managment in today’s article in Forbes (Jan 8, 2021). Link to Forbes Article
The grief of losing a loved one can be overwhelming, especially if their death is due to someone else’s negligence or misconduct. In addition to unimaginable grief, surviving family members often face financial hardships in the wake of such a sudden loss. Funeral and burial costs, medical bills, and lost…
Truck drivers in Michigan must carry auto insurance in compliance with both federal and state regulations. Intrastate truckers who only operate within Michigan’s borders must follow state insurance regulations, while interstate truck drivers who drive cross-country must also ensure they comply with federal insurance regulations. Purchasing the right amount of…
No matter how many precautions motorcyclists take on the road, they still run a high risk of suffering serious injuries if a crash occurs. Riders simply have less protection when they encounter hazardous conditions or reckless drivers. The careless actions of others often lead to motorcycle accidents in Michigan. At…
6th Annual Distracted Driving Awareness Scholarship Contest This year, we received many really wonderful submissions — from funny to factual to highly technical and socially relevant — and they all met the challenge of raising awareness of the dangers of distracted/drunk/impaired driving. The CLAW team thoroughly enjoyed our movie watch-party,…
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:…
DUSTIN HOFF CELEBRATES 6-YEAR ANNIVERSARY WITH CHRISTENSEN LAW This month marks the sixth year since Trial Attorney Dustin Hoff joined CLAW. Admitted to the bar in 2014, he joined the firm after spending his first year as an associate at a small firm in Sandusky – his hometown – where…
Some of the losses caused by an accident are easy to calculate. Medical bills, rehabilitation expenses, lost wages, and other accident-related expenses can be quantified with proof of your monetary losses. But what about damages that can’t easily be assessed? Pain and suffering does not come with a price tag….
Drivers who are injured in a car accident have many options for claiming compensation. Under Michigan’s no-fault auto insurance laws, drivers can file a claim with their own insurance company for no-fault PIP benefits like medical bills and lost wages. For passengers, the process for claiming compensation is not always…
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