I read a tragic story about how a SMART bus killed a pedestrian in Detroit today. According to the Detroit Police, a Detroit man was in the crosswalk on First Street at Bagley when the SMART bus allegedly hit him as it attempted a left turn onto Bagley. The man was rushed to Receiving Hospital where he was pronounced dead. Police are still investigating this accident.

I am very sorry to hear about this tragic accident and wish my most heart-felt condolences to the family of the pedestrian for their loss.

Our Michigan car accident lawyers advise accident victims of their legal rights. For this type of auto accident in Michigan, the family members of the deceased victim may be able to make a claim for Survivor Loss Benefits. This can include payment of funeral expenses, lost wages, and loss of other services.

In addition, the injury victims may be able to file a lawsuit against the persons determined to be at fault in auto accident and SMART bus. The insurance company for the driver must still cover any injuries. In this lawsuit, the family of the deceased victim can claim damages and compensation for the injuries suffered in the accident. The insurance company for the negligent driver typically pays a settlement for this type of case.

Also, the family members of the deceased victims may have a claim for a Michigan wrongful death lawsuit against the driver that police determine was negligent and caused these car accidents as well as SMART bus. At the very least, the surviving family should hire the best possible lawyer to look into these possibilities.

An experienced Michigan car accident lawyer can assist the victim with this type of claim. Accident victims should not speak with the insurance adjuster for the negligent driver before consulting with an attorney.

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 woman was injured in a Detroit car crash on May 2nd when a teen driving a stolen car ran a red light on Detroit’s Eastside.  Police had to pull the woman out of the passenger window of the car.  She was taken to a local hospital to be treated for possible serious injuries.

I am very sorry hear that this accident happened and I hope that she is able to recover completely from his injuries.

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

In addition, the injury victim may be able to file a lawsuit against the person driving the car.  In this lawsuit, she can claim damages and compensation for the injuries suffered in the accident.  The insurance company for the negligent driver typically pays a settlement for this type of case. 

If the teen driver of the stolen car does not have insurance, the injured woman still has rights under the law. She may be able to file an uninsured motorists claim against her own insurance policy or another insurance policy to compensate her for her injuries.   

An experienced Michigan car accident lawyer can assist the victim with these types of claims.  Accident victims should not speak with the insurance adjuster for the negligent driver before consulting with an attorney.

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 woman driving a red Ford Escort on I_94 lost control of her while talking on her cell phone and caused a five car accident. After losing control and crossing two lanes of traffic , she collided with a Detroit Police Car. Her car rolled and three other cars tried to avoid the initial collision. Two police officers and the driver of another car were taken to the hospital with non-life threatening injuries.

I am very sorry hear that this accident happened and I hope that the police officers and other driver are able to recover completely from their injuries.

Michigan car accident victims have a number of legal rights.  For this type of accident, the injured passengers and drivers should 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.  Accident victims in Michigan can receive these benefits regardless of who was at fault in the accident.  The injured passengers can claim these benefits even if they did not have an automobile insurance policy.

Furthermore, the injured Detroit Police officers may be entitled to Workers Compensation benefits in addition to No-fault benefits.

In addition, the injury victims may be able to file a lawsuit against the person or persons driving the cars.  In this lawsuit, they could claim damages and compensation for the injuries suffered in the accident.  The insurance company for the negligent driver typically pays a settlement for this type of case.  An experienced Michigan car accident lawyer can assist the victim with this type of claim.  Accident victims should not speak with the insurance adjuster for the negligent driver before consulting with an attorney.

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 Detroit car accident has left a 9-year old girl in critical condition.  This accident occurred on March 4, 2009 when a car thief ran a stop sign at Redmond and Novara and crashed into her family’s car.  The girl’s 16-year old sister and her mother were also injured.  The thief stole the car from the driveway of a nearby home.

I am very sorry this accident occurred, and I hope everyone in the family is able to pull through.  I also hope the car thief is caught and prosecuted to the fullest extent of the law.

Although car accidents are always bad, an accident like this where the whole family is hurt is just terrible.  Fortunately, the family can submit a claim for Michigan No Fault benefits and get all their medical bills paid for.  This will help them deal with what would otherwise be huge medical bills.

In addition, if an accident victim is seriously injured, they can sue the other driver or if that driver cannot be identified, they can file a claim for uninsured motorist insurance.  Uninsured motorist coverage is optional coverage and not required by law.  A Michigan car accident lawyer could help review your insurance coverage and determine if you 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.

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.

For more information about Michigan bus accident cases, visit our law firm web site at www.BuckfireLaw.com.  If you would like to speak with one of our Michigan bus 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.