There was a story in the news recently about a construction worker injured in a Lansing accident. The accident took place on May 16th around 2 a.m. According to police, a car struck a 22 year old construction worker while he was working on highway construction on eastbound M-6 near U.S. 131, near Grand Rapids. The construction worker was transported to Saint Mary’s Health Care. The driver who hit the young man is believed to be driving under the influence at the time of the accident.

I am very sorry to hear about this accident and hope the construction worker recovers from this accident without any permanent damages or injuries.

Our Michigan car accident lawyers advise car accident victims of their legal rights. For this type of construction accident in Michigan, the injured individual 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 person can claim these benefits even if they did not have a Michigan automobile insurance policy.

In addition, the injured construction worker may also have claims for personal injuries against the driver determined to be at fault. In this particular case, it would be the drunk driver. The insurance company for the negligent driver typically pays a settlement for this type of case. In this lawsuit, the injured victims can claim damages and compensation for the injuries suffered in the accident.

Another possible claim for anyone injured by the alleged drunk driver would be a potential Michigan dram shop caseagainst the seller or furnisher of the alcohol before the accident. At the very least, they should hire the best possible lawyer to look into these possibilities.

A tragic accident took the life of two people in a Lansing Car Accident that happened April 21st on Pennsylvania Ave. in Lansing. A mother and her  17 year old son were killed when there car was hit by a truck. The police allege the man tried to flee after the accident but was captured by a canine unit. Police are still investigating this accident at thsi time.

I am very sorry to hear about this tragic accident. My condolences to the family of the mother and her son for their loss.

Michigan car accident victims have a number of legal rights.  For this type of accident, the 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, the family members may have a claim for wrongful death against the truck driver and owner of the truck for negligence. At the very least, the surviving family should hire the best possible lawyer to look into these possibilities.  The insurance company for the negligent driver typically pays a settlement for this type of case. 

 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.

Two people were injured in a Leroy Township car accident.  The accident occurred on December 7, 2008 on I-96 near Stockbridge Road when Ian Cherteiny, 26, lost control of his vehicle.  The vehicle then rolled over into the median.  Ian Cherteiny and his passenger Jason Ladd, 29, both of Williamston, were taken to Sparrow Hospital for treatment.  Police believe speed and alcohol use were involved in the accident, although they are still investigating.

I was very sorry to read about this tragic accident.  I hope that both Ian Cherteiny and Jason Ladd are able to pull through and recover fully from their injuries.

Both Ian Certeiny and Jason Ladd should submit claims for Michigan No Fault insurance as soon as they can.  No Fault benefits will pay for all of their medical expenses including their hospital bills and any reasonable and necessary follow up treatment.  No Fault benefits will also pay additional benefits such as wage loss, household replacement services, and attendant care.

In addition, if Jason Ladd is very serious injured, he may be able to sue the driver Ian Cherteiny.  This lawsuit will be against Ian’s insurance company so it is still something Jason Ladd should consider even if the two of them are friends.  A lawyer could explain the pros and cons of filing a lawsuit and help determine whether Jason’s injuries are severe enough that a lawsuit is warranted.

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 Glen Arbor car accident has resulted in the death of one man.  The accident occurred on November 30, 2008.  Police found Larry Thomas Higgins, 58, of Honor after he drove his vehicle off the road and it caught fire off Cheney Road in Glen Arbor Township.  Police are still investigating the accident, but medical examiners have indicated Larry Higgins died from a heart attack.  It is possible that the heart attack is what caused him to drive off the road.

I am very sorry this accident occurred.  I want to extend my sympathies to the family of Larry Higgins and wish them the best as they go through this difficult time.

In a single-vehicle accident like this, many people think they have no recourse and just have to bear the cost of the accident themselves.  This is simply not true.  Michigan No Fault accidents are available even when there was no other car involved in the accident.  In fact, one of the first things Larry Higgins’ family should do is file a claim with their No Fault insurance company.

A No Fault survivor loss claim will provide some assistance to the family as they cope with Larry Higgins’ death.  Survivor loss benefits will pay a portion of the funeral bill and will provide payments for loss of household services and loss of financial support.  If he incurred any medical expenses in connection with his death, the insurance policy will pay them as well.  I would encourage the family to speak with a lawyer, who can help them file their No Fault claim.

For more information about Michigan car accident case, 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 Lansing car accident has resulted in the death of a 67-year old man.  The accident occurred on December 6, 2008 at the intersection of Pennsylvania and Saginaw when one of the three vehicles involved ran a red light.  The man was taken to Sparrow Hospital, where he passed away on December 7, 2008.  Police are still investigating which car ran the red light.

This is a very tragic accident, and I am very sorry that it occurred.  My sympathies go out to the family of this man.

Even though this man’s family is grieving right now, I would strongly encourage them to submit this claim to their Michigan No Fault insurance company as quickly as possible.  The reason for this is because insurance companies and the No Fault Act set strict deadlines for submitting a claim and insurance companies will deny all or part of the coverage if people miss the deadlines.

A No Fault survivor loss claim will provide some assistance to the family as they cope with this man’s death.  Survivor loss benefits will pay a portion of the funeral bill and will provide payments for loss of household services and loss of financial support. 

The family may also be able to file a lawsuit against the driver who ran the red light.  If it is determined that their decedent was free of fault and another driver was negligent, they could sue for damages not compensated by No Fault insurance.  A lawyer could evaluate their case and help them decide if they can sue, and a lawyer could also help file their No Fault claim.

For more information about Michigan car accident case, 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.