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Wyoming Car Accident Kills Bicyclist

Posted on September 16th 2008

A Wyoming car accident killed a bicyclist over the weekend.  A Cutlerville bicyclist was hit and killed by two cars on Division Avenue between Abbie and Himes Streets.   One of these cars fled the scene.  Wyoming Police are still investigating and are requesting that anyone with any information contact them at 616-530-7300.

 

My deepest sympathies go out to the family of the deceased.  This kind of accident is entirely preventable and should not have occurred.  Almost as bad as the loss of life is the cowardice of the driver who fled the scene.  Not only are hit and runs illegal, leaving the scene of an accident instead of checking to see if a bike rider was all right or calling an ambulance is reprehensible.  The maximum penalty for hit and runs does not begin to do justice to the loss this man’s family must feel.

 

In a situation like this one, it is necessary to determine what kinds of insurance benefits are available to the family and to begin to make a claim for those benefits.  There are strict time limits on such benefits, so the family will need to assemble all of the necessary documents quickly and promptly begin submitting their claims.  If they do not meet the time limits, they may be disqualified from receiving certain benefits.

 

Here, if the bicyclist or someone in his household has a policy of No Fault insurance, his family may be able to receive some benefits from that policy.  This would include a portion of funeral expenses and any medical bills that were incurred because of the accident.  The family may also have a claim against both of the drivers for wrongful death if they were negligent in any way.

 

If you would like more information about your rights after a Michigan car accident, you can order our FREE book, ““The Ultimate Michigan Car Accident Handbook” by clicking on the book link.  We will send it out immediately along with other important information. 

 

For more information about Michigan car accident cases, visit our law firm web site at www.BuckfireLaw.com   If you would like to speak with one of our Michigan car accident attorneys about your case, feel free to call us anytime at (800) 606-1717 or simply submit this contact form and we will get back to you quickly.

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Deadly Kalamazoo Bicycle Accident

Posted on August 04th 2008

I read a tragic story about a Kalamazoo bicyclist who was killed last night by a suspected drunk driver. It happened on Sprinkle Road near I-94. The driver apparently attempted to flea the scene but was caught by police. It is likely that serious criminal charges will be coming.

The family of the biker can pursue several types of claims related to this case. First, there are no-fault insurance claims for funeral expenses and other survivor loss benefits that can be claimed. This is true even if the biker did not own a car or have car insurance. The family could also pursue a Michigan wrongful death case against the neglgient motorist.

For more information on Michigan car accident claims, you can request my book “The Ultimate Michigan Car Accident Handbook” for free or visit our website at www.Buckfirelaw.com You can also call me and ask any questions at (800) 606-1717

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Michigan Bicycle Accident Cases

Posted on July 28th 2008

I am often contacted by clients who are seriously injured in Michigan bicycle accidents.  We are in the middle of summer right now and I seek bikers on the streets constantly throughout the day. The weekends are just incredible with the number of bikers taking to the streets for great exercise and adventure.  However, like any great recreation, there are potential risks and hazards involved.

 

Bicyclists who are injured in Michigan car accidents have legal rights even if the car that struck them was not insured. There are two potential claims arising out of the automobile accident.  The first claim you have is for no-fault benefits, which will cover your damages for loss wages, medical expenses and household chores.  Even if the other driver did not have insurance, but you owned your own automobile which had car insurance, or you were living with a relative had car insurance, you are able to make a claim for no-fault benefits through your automobile insurance company or your relative’s automobile insurance company.  Also, even if you did not have automobile insurance or you were not living with a relative who did not have automobile insurance, you are able to  make a claim for no-fault benefits through the Michigan Assigned Claims Facility.   

 

In addition to making a claim for no-fault benefits, if you had your own automobile insurance which had uninsured motorist coverage or were living with a relative who had automobile insurance which had uninsured motorist coverage, you may be able to  make a claim against the insurance company for uninsured motorist coverage, which will cover all of your non-economic damages, including damages for pain and suffering and disfigurement.  Additionally, you may make a claim for any excess economic damages over and above which you are entitled to receive in no-fault benefits.    

 

There are very strict time limitations in pursuing these type of claims. Therefore, if you are involved in an auto accident, we recommend that you contact an attorney immediately.

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