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South Haven Motorcycle Accident Injures Woman

Posted on July 08th 2009

I read a story about a tragic South Haven motorcycle accident that caused serious injuries to a motorcycle passenger.  The Sherrif’s Department reported that Ariel Anderson of Kalamazoo suffered serious internal injuries after leaving the South Haven fireworks display the other night.  The driver of her motorcycle apparently tried to pass other cars and collided with a driver who was turning into a private driveway.

I hope that Ms. Anderson has a speedy and successful recovery.

Under Michigan law, Ms. Anderson has several possible legal remedies for her injuries.  This will be helpful because she will most likely incur significant medical expenses and may be disabled from employment.  Because she was a passenger on the bike and had contact with another motor vehicle, she is entitled to Michigan No-Fault Insurance benefits which pay for medical expenses, lost wages, household services, and other expenses.

She may also be able to file a claim for her personal injuries against anyone who was negligent in causing her injuries.  This would include the driver of the motorcycle and even if they are friends, this should not interfere with the claim.  Typically, the bikers insurance company would pay a settlement for this type of accident.

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Romeo Car Accident Tragically Kills Teen Age Driver

Posted on September 11th 2008

Today I read about a tragic Romeo car accident in which Chelsea Pascoe, a Romeo High School student, was killed.  She was driving at the intersection of Campground Road and 31 Mile Road in Washington Township, Michigan when her car was struck by a pick-up truck driven by one of her fellow students.  Three of her friends who were passengers in her car were also injured but are expected to survive.  Police have not released the results of their investigation determining who was at fault in the accident.

 

This is an extremely tragic accident, especially since the victims are so young.  My sympathies go out to the families of all students.

 

My firm represents injury victims and their families in similar cases.  These cases are very sensitive to the victims and their families and are always very emotional for obvious reasons.  As an attorney involved in these cases, I am very attuned to the emotions involved in the case. 

 

In investigating a case for a client, I first determine what type of insurance benefits may cover the accident.  This includes an analysis of both the liability policies and the Michigan No Fault insurance policies. 

 

Even though there has been no determination of who is at fault, both drivers and all passengers involved are entitled to No Fault benefits, which include payment of all hospital bills and medical expenses, as well as a portion of the funeral expenses.

 

The injury victims may also have claims for their personal injuries suffered in the accident.  Regardless of who was at fault, the three injured passengers would have a claim against either the driver of their car or the pick-up truck.  The driver who was determined to be free of fault would also have a claim against the negligent driver.  If it was determined that Chelsea Pescoe was not at fault, her family would also have a wrongful death claim against the driver of the pick-up truck.

 

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. 

 

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