There was story in the local newspaper about a bus stop accident in Rochester Hills in October 1st. According to the Oakland County Sheriff’s office, two teens were crossing South Boulevard to their bus stop to go to their Avondale school when they were allegedly struck by a minivan driven by a woman. Their bus had stopped and had extended its stop sign. Both teens were rushed to the local hospital in critical condition but are both stable now. Police are still investigating this accident.

I  am very sorry to hear about this tragic auto accident and wish the injured teens the fullest and speediest recovery possible.

Our Michigan car accident lawyers advise accident victims of their legal rights. For this type of auto accident in Michigan, the injured parties can submit a claim for Michigan No-Fault insurance benefits.  No-Fault benefits will cover their medical expenses, lost wages, attendant care, replacement services, and other benefits related to injuries suffered in the accident.  The injured parties can claim these benefits even if they did not have a Michigan automobile insurance policy.

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I recently read about a Detroit DOT bus accident that occurred earlier this year on January 29, 2008.  The Detroit City Council recently voted to pay $6 Million in damages to the family of Andrea Locke, who was hit and killed by a DDOT bus as she was crossing Lahser Road at Grand River Avenue with her mother.  I hope this award gives closure to the family, as they are doubtlessly still trying to deal with their loss.

When a bus accident occurs, people who are injured in the accident can usually file a claim for Michigan No Fault insurance.  Depending on the severity of their injuries, they may also be able to sue a negligent driver and if the negligent driver is the bus driver, the bus company can probably also be sued.  Since the circumstances of each accident are different and since the injuries in every accident will be different, it is important to speak with a lawyer soon after any accident.

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An Argentine Township bus accident has resulted in several injuries for the parent of an elementary school student.  A Genesee Intermediate School District bus struck a parent as she was maneuvering her wheelchair in the school’s parking lot on November 20, 2008.  The woman was hospitalized with what appeared to be a broke finger and wrist.  Although a number of children were on the bus, none of them were hurt.

It is hard to believe that someone whose responsibility it is to care for children while they are on their way to and from school could be so negligent as to nearly run over a person in the school parking lot.  I hope this woman has a complete recovery.

In an accident like this, the woman should definitely submit a claim for No Fault benefits to her insurance company.  Her No Fault insurance policy will pay for all of her medical expenses and will also pay for special transportation to get her to and from doctors’ appointments.  In addition, she may be able to collect other benefits such as wage loss and household replacement services.  She may also be able to sue the driver or school district for negligence, but this will depend on the exact nature of her injuries.  She should speak with an experienced Michigan car accident attorney to determine if she can file a lawsuit.

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.

A Newaygo school bus accident has resulted in injuries for six children.  The accident happened just before school on November 7, 2008 at the intersection of M-37 and M-82.  A truck was driving on M-37 and failed to stop for a red light.  It hit the bus when it entered the intersection.  Six children on board were transported to Gerber Hospital, where they were treated for what appeared to be minor injuries.

Thankfully, this was not a much worse accident.  Bus accidents are often very bad because buses are usually not equipped with many of the safety features that are now standard in cars.  I hope all six of the children are able to recover fully.

Even though the children are likely too young to drive or have their own car insurance, they can still make a claim for No Fault benefits under a parent’s insurance policy.  No Fault insurance will pay for their medical expenses and may pay for other benefits depending on the severity of their injuries.  I would encourage their parents to speak with an attorney before submitting their claims to ensure they are claiming all the benefits they are entitled to claim.