How Can a Troy Personal Injury Lawyer Help You?
A Troy personal injury lawyer protects you from insurance company pressure, builds the evidence your case needs, and pursues full compensation for your losses. From the very first phone call, we shoulder the legal burden so you can focus on getting better.
After a severe crash, insurance companies move quickly to limit what they pay. They may request a recorded statement, push for a fast lowball offer, or ask you to attend an independent medical exam designed to downplay your injuries.
We step in right away to shield you from these tactics. Our team investigates the cause of your wreck, gathers the records that prove fault, and calculates the true cost of your losses.
We work closely with your doctors so that future care and long-term needs are part of every demand we make. When the insurer refuses to pay fairly, we are fully prepared to take your case to trial.
Throughout your case, you will work with a team that answers your questions in plain language. We believe an informed client is a confident client, so we keep you updated at every turn.
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The Injury Cases We Handle Across Troy
We focus on serious, life-altering injury and wrongful death cases caused by motor vehicle crashes and other acts of negligence. Our attorneys concentrate on high-stakes claims rather than high volume.
Each of these cases shares one thing in common: the stakes are high, and the path to recovery is rarely simple. That is why we commit real time and resources to every client we take on.
We dedicate our resources to the people who need a courtroom-ready team most. The cases we handle include:
- Truck accidents involving commercial carriers and 18-wheelers
- Car accidents, including distracted driving and drunk driving crashes
- Motorcycle accidents on Michigan highways and surface streets
- Catastrophic injuries such as traumatic brain injury (TBI), spinal cord injuries, burns, and electrocution injuries
- Wrongful death claims brought by surviving family members
If your injury is not listed here, we still encourage you to call, because we also help people hit by a vehicle as pedestrians or cyclists, along with rideshare, bus, and premises liability matters. A short conversation helps us understand whether we are the right fit for your situation.
What Does Michigan’s No-Fault System Mean for Your Claim?
Michigan’s No-Fault system means your own auto insurance pays your medical bills and wage loss first, no matter who caused the crash. These benefits are called Personal Injury Protection, or PIP.
Under the Michigan No-Fault Act, every injured driver turns first to their own first-party coverage. PIP benefits can pay for medical treatment, a portion of lost wages, and attendant care when you need help at home during recovery.
A separate path opens up when your injuries are severe. You may file a third-party lawsuit against the at-fault driver for pain and suffering and other damages that No-Fault benefits do not cover.
Coordinated policies, coverage limits, and shifting deadlines can make this system confusing. We help you understand which coverage applies, and we coordinate every policy involved so nothing slips through the cracks.
Many drivers do not realize that PIP claims carry their own filing rules and time limits. Missing one of these steps can put your benefits at risk, which is why early guidance matters so much.
How Does Comparative Fault Affect Your Recovery?
Michigan follows a modified comparative negligence rule, so you can still recover compensation even if you were partly at fault, as long as you are not more than 50% responsible. Your award is reduced by your share of the blame.
This rule matters because insurance companies often try to shift blame onto injured people to pay less. They might argue that you were speeding or distracted in order to reduce what they owe under the modified comparative negligence rule.
We push back with evidence, not guesses. By preserving black box data, securing witness accounts, and reconstructing the scene, we work to protect your right to a full and fair recovery.
Determining fault is rarely as simple as the insurance company suggests. Several drivers, a road defect, or a poorly maintained vehicle can all play a role, and we examine each possibility.
The Listen Protect Win Difference
Listen, Protect, Win is more than a motto; it is the promise that guides everything we do for injured clients. We listen to your story, protect you from aggressive insurers, and win the results your family needs.
First, we listen with real compassion, because your experience and your goals shape your case. Second, we protect you by handling every conversation with the insurance company, so you are never pressured into a decision that hurts you.
Third, we win through relentless preparation. We treat every case as if it will go to trial, which means we never accept a lowball offer simply to close a file quickly.
That readiness is what sets us apart from volume settlement mills. When the other side knows you are represented by a trial-ready firm, they take your claim far more seriously.
We also treat your case with the patience it deserves. Healing takes time, and we never rush you toward a decision before you understand your full medical picture.
Built for High-Value Commercial Truck Cases
Commercial truck cases demand fast, rigorous investigation, and that is exactly where our trial preparation shines. The evidence that wins these claims can disappear within days of a crash.
A semi-truck weighs many times more than a passenger car, so the injuries are often catastrophic. Federal and state rules require trucking companies to keep detailed records, yet those same companies may move quickly to limit what investigators can find.
We act fast to preserve black box data, driver logbooks, and maintenance records before a defense team has the chance to lose them. We also identify every party who may share responsibility, from the driver to the carrier to a cargo loader.
This kind of detailed groundwork is what turns a difficult claim into a strong one. Families across Troy and the I-75 corridor count on us to dig for the proof that protects their future.
How Insurance Companies Try to Reduce Your Claim
Insurance companies reduce claims by collecting statements they can twist, disputing the severity of injuries, and offering early settlements before you know the full cost of your recovery. Recognizing these tactics is the first step toward protecting yourself.
Adjusters are trained to protect company profits, not your well-being. Common tactics include:
- Requesting a recorded statement soon after the crash
- Pushing an early, low settlement before your treatment is complete
- Scheduling an independent medical exam to dispute your injuries
- Monitoring social media for anything they can use against you
We handle these pressures for you, so one honest mistake never costs you the support you deserve. The moment we represent you, the insurer speaks to us, not to you.
Compassionate Support for Wrongful Death Families
When a loved one dies because of someone else’s negligence, a wrongful death claim is never about money. It is about justice and the resources your family needs to move forward.
Losing a family member in a sudden crash leaves a grief that no settlement can erase. Our role is to lift the legal weight from your shoulders so you can focus on one another.
Under Michigan’s wrongful death statute, certain family members may recover compensation for their loss. We pursue accountability firmly yet gently, honoring your loved one while we hold the responsible party answerable.
We move at a pace that respects your grief while protecting the legal deadlines that matter. You will never feel like just another file in our office.
Why Choose Our Troy Personal Injury Lawyers?
Choose our Troy personal injury lawyers because we pair a proven trial record with the personal attention of a firm that treats clients like family. Our results reflect the value we fight to deliver.
Our record includes a $17.8 million motor vehicle accident verdict and a $9.5 million wrongful death recovery, among many other multimillion-dollar outcomes for injured Michiganders. Founder David Christensen is a Michigan Hall of Fame attorney, a member of the American Board of Trial Advocates (ABOTA), and holds AV Preeminent status from Martindale-Hubbell.
Managing Partner Sarah Stempky-Kime is a recognized Leader in the Law and also an ABOTA member. Clients across Troy and greater Oakland County choose us because:
- We are available 24/7 for free, no-risk consultations
- You pay nothing unless we win your case
- We hold a 4.9 to 5.0 review rating across our offices
- We keep you informed at every step, with no empty promises or confusing jargon
These commitments are why injured families trust us with the most important fight of their lives. Call (248) 233-0684 today to put our record to work for you.
FAQs Answered by a Troy Personal Injury Lawyer
Below are answers to questions we often hear from injured people and families across the Troy area.
There is no up front cost to hire us. We work on a contingency fee, which means you pay nothing unless we recover compensation for you, and your initial consultation is always free.
Michigan law generally gives injured people three years from the date of the crash to file a personal injury lawsuit. Because some deadlines are shorter and exceptions apply, it is wise to speak with a lawyer soon after your injury.
Injured people in Michigan may recover compensation for medical expenses, lost wages, future care, and pain and suffering, depending on the circumstances. We work to account for every current and future loss so that nothing is left on the table.
Many cases settle without a trial, but we prepare every case as if it will go before a jury. That preparation often encourages insurers to offer fair settlements, and it means we are ready to fight in court when they do not.
The sooner the better. Evidence such as black box data, vehicle records, and witness memories can fade or disappear quickly, so early action helps protect the strength of your case.
Every case is different, and its value depends on factors such as the severity of your injuries, your medical needs, lost income, and the long-term effect on your life. We review all of these elements carefully before placing a value on your claim.
Our Troy office sits at 2328 Livernois Road, Suite 1090, and we welcome clients from across Oakland County. We are also available to come to you if your injuries make travel difficult.
Call Our Troy Personal Injury Lawyers Today
You do not have to face a serious injury or the loss of a loved one on your own. Our Troy personal injury lawyers are ready to listen to your story, protect your rights, and win the justice you deserve.
Whether your injury happened on a Troy side street, on a county road, or out on the highway, our team is ready to help. We will review what happened, explain your options, and stand with you for as long as your case takes.
Reach us 24/7 at (248) 233-0684 for a free, no-risk consultation, or visit our Troy office at 2328 Livernois Road, Suite 1090. Serving all of Michigan, from the D to the UP.
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