You should not have to face a serious injury, mounting bills, and a wall of insurance paperwork on your own. The Southfield personal injury lawyers at Christensen Law carry that weight for you, so you can put your energy where it belongs: on healing.
For more than three decades, we have stood beside Michigan families during the hardest moments of their lives, and we have fought to make them whole again.
From our Southfield office on Telegraph Road, near the Southfield Town Center, we take on insurance companies, build powerful cases, and pursue the full compensation you and your family deserve.
You do not have to carry this alone. If you or someone you love suffered a catastrophic injury, we are ready to listen, and the first conversation is always free. Call Christensen Law 24/7 at (248) 600-4591.
CHRISTENSEN LAW HAS A 24 HOUR RAPID RESPONSE SERVICE
How Can a Southfield Personal Injury Lawyer Help Your Case?
A Southfield personal injury lawyer protects your rights, deals with the insurance company on your behalf, and works to recover the money you need to rebuild your life. From the first phone call, we shoulder the legal burden, so you can focus on your health and your loved ones.
Insurance adjusters often reach out within days of a crash, and their job is to settle for as little as possible. We handle those conversations for you, so a single careless word never gets used to shrink your claim. We also gather evidence, coordinate with your doctors, and document every loss tied to your injury.
Our attorneys prepare each case as if it will go to trial. That readiness sends a clear message to insurers that we will not accept a lowball offer, which often leads to stronger settlements. When a fair agreement is not possible, we are prepared to stand before a jury and ask for full justice.
Hiring a lawyer early also protects you from common mistakes that can weaken a claim. Posting about the crash online, signing a quick release, or giving a recorded statement can all be used against you later. When you have us in your corner, you have someone watching for these traps before they cost you.
Serious Accident and Catastrophic Injury Cases We Handle
We focus on severe, life-altering injury cases throughout Michigan, from truck and car crashes to wrongful death claims. Our team puts its energy into a smaller number of high-stakes cases rather than handling a high volume of minor claims. That approach lets us give each client, and each case, the attention it deserves.
Our Southfield personal injury attorneys handle matters that include:
- Truck accidents, including collisions with commercial semis and delivery vehicles
- Car accidents and motorcycle accidents on busy roads like I-696, the Lodge (M-10), and Telegraph Road
- Wrongful death claims brought by surviving family members
- Catastrophic injuries such as traumatic brain injury (TBI), spinal cord injuries, burn injuries, and electrocution injuries
- Pedestrian, bicycle, rideshare, and drunk driving crashes
If your situation is not on this list, we still encourage you to reach out, because many serious claims involve more than one type of accident and more than one at-fault party.
Why Commercial Truck Accident Claims Demand Fast Action
Commercial truck accidents call for immediate, rigorous investigation, because the most important evidence can disappear within days. Large trucks carry electronic data, and trucking companies move quickly to protect themselves. Acting fast can make the difference in your case.
A loaded semi can weigh many times more than a passenger car, so the injuries in these crashes are often catastrophic. We work to preserve black box data, driver logbooks, maintenance records, and inspection reports before they can be lost or destroyed. Federal safety rules from the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration also shape how these cases are built.
Our team knows how to identify every party that may share responsibility, from the driver to the trucking company to a maintenance contractor. That thorough approach protects the value of your claim. The sooner we begin, the more evidence we can secure on your behalf.
What Is Michigan’s No-Fault Insurance System?
Michigan’s No-Fault system means your own auto insurance pays your medical bills and a portion of your lost wages after a crash, no matter who caused it. These payments are called Personal Injury Protection, or PIP, benefits, and they are the first line of support for injured drivers and passengers.
PIP benefits can cover medical care, attendant care in your home, and replacement services while you recover. Because the rules are detailed and the deadlines are strict, many people miss benefits they are owed. We help our clients file these first-party claims correctly, and we push back when an insurer delays or denies payment.
For serious injuries, you may also bring a third-party lawsuit against the at-fault driver for pain and suffering. To do that, Michigan law requires a serious impairment of body function, a threshold set by state statute. We handle both sides of this process, so nothing important slips through the cracks.
Michigan also lets drivers coordinate their auto and health coverage, which affects who pays first for your care. These coordinated policies can be confusing after a crash, especially when bills start arriving. We review your coverage closely, so you are not left guessing about who is responsible for what.
How Insurance Companies Try to Reduce Your Settlement
After a crash, the insurance company starts building its case long before you build yours, and its first priority is its own bottom line. Knowing how this works helps you protect your claim from day one. Our job is to even the playing field.
Adjusters may ask for a recorded statement, request a medical exam with a doctor they choose, or offer a fast check that looks generous. Each of these steps can quietly lower the value of your claim. We step in early to manage these requests, so your words and your records are never turned against you.
When our firm handles your case, the insurer hears from trial lawyers who keep meticulous files and prepare for court. That changes the entire conversation. Comparative fault also matters here because Michigan can reduce your recovery if you are found partly responsible.
Under this modified comparative negligence rule, you can still recover compensation as long as you are not more than 50% at fault for the crash. Insurers know this, and they sometimes try to shift blame onto injured people to pay less. We work to set the record straight with evidence, witness accounts, and careful investigation.
Throughout your case, we keep the focus on accountability and on your recovery. You deserve honest answers and a team that treats your claim with urgency. That is the standard we hold ourselves to every day.
What Compensation Can You Recover After a Serious Injury?
After a serious injury, you may be able to recover compensation for both your financial losses and the personal toll the injury takes on your life. Michigan law treats these in different ways, and understanding them helps you see the full picture. We make sure no category of loss is overlooked.
Financial, or economic, losses can include medical bills, future medical care, lost wages, and reduced earning ability. Personal, or non-economic, losses cover things like pain, suffering, and the loss of activities you once enjoyed. In a wrongful death claim, surviving family members may also seek compensation for their loss.
Putting a fair number on these losses takes careful work and, often, input from medical and financial professionals. We build your claim around the real and lasting effect of your injury. Our goal is full compensation that reflects everything you have been through.
Why Choose Our Southfield Personal Injury Lawyers?
We combine decades of courtroom experience with genuine, personal care for every client we serve. Since 1991, Christensen Law has earned a record of substantial results for people facing the hardest moments of their lives, including a $17.8 million motor vehicle accident verdict and a $9.5 million wrongful death recovery. Those outcomes come from preparation, not luck.
Here is what sets our team apart:
- Trial-ready representation. Founder David Christensen is a Michigan Hall of Fame attorney, a member of ABOTA, and holds AV Preeminent status from Martindale-Hubbell.
- Proven leadership. Managing Partner Sarah Stempky-Kime is a recognized Leader in the Law and an ABOTA member.
- Personal attention. We treat our clients like family, and we keep you informed at every step.
- Always available. We offer free consultations 24/7 and maintain a 4.9 to 5.0 review rating across our offices.
With us, you are never just a case number. Call our Southfield personal injury lawyers today at (248) 600-4591 to talk through your options at no cost.
The Listen Protect Win Difference
At Christensen Law, three words guide everything we do: Listen, Protect, Win. We start by listening closely to your story, because understanding your life and your goals shapes a stronger case. Compassion is not a tagline for us; it is how we work each day.
Next, we protect you from the pressure and tactics that often follow a serious injury. We manage the insurance company, preserve key evidence, and stand between you and anyone who would treat you unfairly. You get the room you need to heal while we carry the legal weight.
Finally, we work to win the results your future depends on. Whether through a negotiated settlement or a verdict at trial, our goal is full and fair compensation for your losses. This is the heart of Listen Protect Win, and it is what we do.
Our clients often tell us that what they remember most is feeling truly heard during a frightening time. That trust is something we work to earn from the very first call. It is also why so many families refer their friends and loved ones to us.
FAQs Answered by Our Southfield Personal Injury Attorney
Here are answers to questions we often hear from injured people and families across the Southfield area.
There is no up front cost to hire us. We work on a contingency fee, which means you pay nothing unless we recover money for you, and your first consultation is always free.
Michigan generally gives injured people three years from the date of an accident to file a personal injury lawsuit, while some No-Fault PIP claims must be started within one year. Deadlines can vary based on the facts, so it helps to speak with an attorney as soon as possible.
You may still have options through your own policy. Michigan drivers can carry uninsured and underinsured motorist coverage, which can help when the at-fault driver has no insurance or too little to cover your losses. We review every available source of compensation, so you are not left without support.
You are generally not required to give a recorded statement to the at-fault driver’s insurance company, and doing so can hurt your claim. It is usually wise to let your attorney handle that contact. We speak with insurers on your behalf, so you can focus on getting better.
It helps to bring any police report, photos, medical records, and insurance information you have, though it is fine if you do not have everything yet. We can guide you on what matters most once we hear your story.
Yes. We serve injured people across Michigan, with offices in Southfield, Detroit, Grand Rapids, Ann Arbor, and Troy.
Our Southfield office sits at 25925 Telegraph Rd, Suite 200, with easy access from the Lodge Freeway and I-696. You are welcome to call us from anywhere in Michigan, day or night, and we can come to you when travel is difficult.
Contact Our Southfield Personal Injury Lawyers Today
You should not have to face the insurance company alone or sort out Michigan’s injury laws by yourself. Our team is ready to listen to your story, protect your rights, and pursue the justice you and your family deserve.
The call is free, and you owe us nothing unless we win. Serving all of Michigan, from the D to the UP, Christensen Law is here for you 24/7.
Call (248) 600-4591 today, or visit our Southfield office at 25925 Telegraph Rd, Suite 200, to schedule your free consultation. Listen Protect Win. It’s what we do.
