I read a tragic story online today about a Flint car accident that caused serious injuries to a pregnant woman.   A pregnant  passenger was seriously injured in the Flint Car Accident in Genesee County on Monday June 1st also knocking a house off of its foundation. According to police, the driver was allegedly travelling at a high rate of speed and ignored a stop sign then lost control of the car causing it to lift off the ground and collide with a tree and the house. The woman was taken to a local hospital where she is listed in critical condition with serious injuries. Police continue to investigate this car accident.

I  am very sorry to hear about this auto accident and wish the injured woman the fullest and speediest recovery possible.  I hope that both she and her baby come out of this with no harm.

Michigan car accident victims have a number of legal rights.  For this type of auto accident in Michigan, the injured passenger 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 passenger can claim these benefits even if he did not have a Michigan automobile insurance policy.

In addition, the car accident injury victim may also have claims for personal injuries against any driver determined to be at fault in this auot accident.  The insurance company for the negligent driver typically pays a settlement for this type of case. In this lawsuit, the injured passenger 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 car accident case. 

An experienced Michigan car accident lawyer can assist the victim with this type of claim.  Auto 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.

Flint resident, Andrew Sheppard, was injured in a Flint hit and run car crash on May 2, 2009 on Mission Street in Flint.  He was a passenger in a vehicle driven by Christofer Leavitt at the time of the accident.  Mr. Leavitt allegedly left the scene of the accident and has been arraigned on three felonies and 2 misdemeanors in connection with the crash, including opertaing a vehicle while intoxicated, fleeing the scene of an accident, felonious driving, operating while intoxicated and reckless driving.

Andrew Sheppard sustained serious injuries in the accidenet.  According to reports, he was left comatose in a Genesee County hospital with possible head injuries, several broken ribs and a collapsed lung as a result of the crash.  I am very sorry hear that this accident happened and I hope that he 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 passenger can  submit a claim for Michigan No-Fault insurance benefits.  No-Fault benefits will cover his medical expenses, lost wages, attendant care, replacement services, and other benefits related to injuries suffered in the accident.  The injured passengers can claim these benefits even if they did not have an automobile insurance policy.

In addition, the injury victims may be able to file a lawsuit against the person driving the car.  In this lawsuit, he 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.  Another possible claim would be a potential Michigan dram shop case against the seller or furnisher of the  alcohol before the accident.

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 Vienna Township roll over car accident has injured an Onsted woman.  The accident occurred on December 24, 2008 when a woman driving on I-75 hydroplaned on a pool of standing water near Dodge Road.  The car spun and rolled over, trapping the woman inside.  Her husband and children were able to escape the car.  She was treated for injuries, although it is not clear how seriously she was hurt.

I am very sorry this accident occurred.  I hope this woman is able to fully recover.  Although it may not seem like it, she is actually very lucky.  She and her whole family could easily have been severely injured or even killed.

As a lawyer who represents victims of car accidents, I know many people believe that their car insurance will only cover accidents in which they are not at fault or in which there are two or more cars.  Neither of these are true.  In fact, Michigan No Fault insurance benefits are available regardless of fault and regardless of how many vehicles were involved in the accident.

This woman should submit a claim to her No Fault insurance company.  No Fault insurance will pay for her medical expenses and cover a portion of her lost wages if she has to miss work.  Other benefits will provide payments for household chores if she is temporarily unable to perform them as she normally would.  Other benefits are also available for the very seriously injured.  A lawyer could help walk her or her family through these benefits or help them submit the claim.

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 Vienna Township car accident has resulted in the deaths of two young men.  Johnny Quackenbush, 28, and Brian Schmiter, 27, were killed on November 21, 2008 when Johnny Quackenbush lost control of his vehicle on Francis Road near Elms Road and hit a tree at about 90 miles per hour.  Both men were thrown from the car, which split in half on impact.  Police estimate the crash occurred at about 4:00 am, but it was not discovered until morning.  Police believe alcohol was involved, but they are awaiting results from toxicology tests.

I am sorry this accident occurred.  I want to extend my sympathies to the families of these men.

Both families can file a survivor loss claim through their Michigan No Fault insurance company.  Survivor loss benefits will cover a portion of the funeral costs and may provide other benefits.  For example, if either of these men had a wife or dependents, they could receive payments for loss of financial support.  If either of them performed chores around the house, they could collect household replacement services at a rate of $20 per day for up to three years.

Brian Schmiter’s estate could also sue Johnny Quackenbush’s estate for wrongful death.  This lawsuit could seek damages beyond what could be collected from No Fault insurance.  If alcohol was involved, the Schmiter estate might also be able to sue a bar or restaurant that served alcohol to Johnny Quackenbush.  This type of suit is known as a dram shop claim.

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 Genesee County car accident has left a teenager dead and another woman with serious injuries.  An 18-year old Flushing man was stopped at a traffic light at Corunna and Elms on November 1, 2008 when he was violently rear-ended by a 48-year old woman from Flint.  The impact of the crash was so strong that pushed the front car over 75 yards from the intersection.  The 18-year old was killed in the crash while the 48-year old remains in serious condition.  Police are still investigating the causes of the accident, including whether alcohol was involved.

This is a real tragedy especially because the victim is so young.  I feel terrible for this man’s family.  I hope everyone will slow down and pay better attention to the road.  I also hope that the woman has a complete recovery.

In an accident like this, both the woman and the man’s family can submit claims for Michigan No Fault benefits while the police investigation is still on-going.  Their No Fault benefits will cover medical expenses, lost wages, and other services.  In addition, a Michigan No Fault survivor loss will help the man’s family in paying for the funeral.  Finally, the driver who is eventually determined to be free of fault may be able to sue the negligent driver, but this will depend on the exact circumstances and injuries involved in the accident.  The best thing both the woman and the man’s family could do is to speak with an experienced Michigan car accident attorney about their accident.

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.