A 55 Year-old Grand Rapids bicyclist was traically killed in a Grand Rapids Truck Accident on May 20th. The man was riding his bicycle when he was allegedly struck by City of Grand Rapids Dump Truck. According to one witness, he spoke a few words before the paramedics arrived but the paramedics were too late and he died at the scene.

I  am very sorry hear that this accident happened. My condolences to the family of the bicyclist for their loss.

Michigan car accident victims have a number of legal rights.  For this type of accident, family members 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. Furthermore, family members of the bicyclist may have a claim for wrongful death against City of Grand Rapids for the truck driver’s negligence.  At the very least, the surviving family should hire the best possible lawyer to look into these possibilities.

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 Grand Rapids car accident has sent one person to the hospital.  The accident happened on March 17, 2009 when a person driving on Gavin Lake Avenue NE crashed through the intersection at Belding Road and hit a road sign and a row of trees.  The person was hospitalized with unknown injuries.

I hope this person is not seriously injured.  I want to express my sadness that this accident occurred.  I hope the accident victim is able to have a full recovery from whatever injuries he or she might have suffered.

Whenever someone is injured in a Michigan car accident, that person should file a claim for Michigan No Fault benefits.  These insurance benefits will cover medical expenses as long as they are reasonably related to the accident.  There is no limit on the amount or duration of the medical expenses, which means a person could even collect No Fault benefits for the rest of their lives if the expenses were reasonable and necessary in light of the person’s injuries.

No Fault insurance also covers lost wages, household services, attendant care, and more.  Anyone who has questions about their car accident should contact a Michigan car accident lawyer as soon as they can.

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 has been killed in a Grand Rapids car accident.  The accident occurred on February 20, 2009 when the woman lost control of her car and slid across 10 Mile near Shaner Avenue NE and was struck by another vehicle.  It is not certain why the woman lost control of her car.

I am very sorry this accident occurred.  I want to extend my sympathies to this woman’s family for their loss.

When someone is killed in a car accident, the first thing their family should do once they can is submit a claim for Michigan No Fault benefits.  A No Fault survivor loss claim will provide the family with money for part of the funeral costs and will provide them with payments for loss of financial support and loss of household services.  Financial support means money the deceased would earn and use to support their family while household services mean payments for chores around the house which the deceased used to do.

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 Grand Rapids car accident has resulted in the tragic deaths of the two teens.  Jacob Polen, 17, and David Todd, 18, died in a car accident on February 11, 2009.  The accident occurred on Grand Rapids Road near U.S. 24 when the driver, Glen Walbolt, 56, was likely speeding, ran flashing red lights at U.S. 24, and lost control of the car.  The car was split in two when it hit a utility poll.  Both Jacob Polen and David Todd were students at Ostego High School.  Police suspect alcohol was a factor but are waiting on lab reports for confirmation.

This accident is a real tragedy, especially because the victims are so young.  I want to express my sympathies to their families.

In an accident like this, the families of the boys have a number of legal options.  First, they should each submit a survivor loss claim to their Michigan No Fault insurance provider.  Survivor loss benefits include a payment for part of the funeral and payments for loss of household services.

Second, the families can sue the driver, Glenn Walbolt for wrongful death.  This lawsuit would allow them to collect benefits that are not covered by No Fault insurance, such as loss of the family relationship, and other damages.

Third, if alcohol was in fact involved in the accident, the families may be able to file a dram shop claim against a bar or restaurant that served alcohol to Glenn Walbolt.

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 Grand Rapids car accident has left one man with injuries.  The accident occurred on January 29, 2009 on Godfrey Avenue SW near Oxford Street when the man’s vehicle fishtailed before sliding sideways and being hit in the driver’s side door by an oncoming van.  He was seriously injured.  The driver of the van suffered minor injuries and a passenger was uninjured.

I hope these men are able to fully recovery from their injuries. 

In this accident, it is not entirely clear what caused the accident, but even if the driver whose vehicle fishtailed was at fault, both he and the driver of the van can still submit claims for Michigan No Fault insurance.  No Fault insurance will pay their medical expenses and a portion of their lost wages, which will hopefully relieve them of the financial strain this accident has caused.  When the injuries are more serious, there are a host of other No Fault benefits, which an experienced Michigan No Fault lawyer can help the accident victim 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.