A Lansing truck accident has left one man dead and four men with minor injuries.  Alfredo Moncada Jr., 70, of Lansing was killed in a collision with a truck that occurred on November 2, 2008 at the intersection of Grand Avenue and Saginaw Street.  Four men from Manistique, all in their 20’s, were in the truck and suffered minor injuries.  The causes of the accident are still under investigation and no determination has been made as to fault.

This is a tragic accident and I want to extend my sympathies to the Moncada family.  In addition, I hope that all four men are able to recover fully from their injuries.

All of the men involved in this accident can receive Michigan No Fault insurance benefits.  No Fault benefits will cover the cost of hospital bills and other medical expenses.  No Fault benefits will also pay a portion of wages lost if anyone must miss work because of their injuries.  A No Fault survivor loss claim will assist the Moncada family in paying for the funeral.  Other benefits may be available as well, depending on a variety of factors.  The people who were free of fault may also be able to sue the negligent driver.  The best way to determine exactly what rights you have following a car accident is to speak with a lawyer.

For more information about Michigan truck accident cases, visit our law firm web site at www.BuckfireLaw.com.  If you would like to speak with one of our Michigan truck 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 Cohoctah Township car accident has left a Howell teen with injuries.  Karl Shelton was driving a pickup truck on Antcliff Road near Steinacker Road on October 24, 2008 when his truck left the roadway and crashed into a tree.  According to the Livingston County Sheriff’s Department, the truck was loaded with scrap iron, which was thrown through the back window and front windshield.  Fortunately, none of the iron hit Karl Shelton.  Karl Shelton suffered a broken leg and a concussion, but he is listed as in good condition at Sparrow Hospital in Lansing.

This is a very sad accident, especially since Karl Shelton is only 17.  The best thing that can be said is that he is very lucky that none of the iron hit him.  I hope he will recover completely.

Even Karl Shelton was the only driver involved in the accident, he is still eligible for Michigan No Fault benefits.  No Fault benefits are available even if the injured driver was responsible for the accident.  By submitting a claim to his No Fault insurance provider, Karl Shelton would receive payment of all his medical bills, a portion of wages lost if he has to miss work, and possibly other benefits as well.

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 student was injured in a Lansing car accident yesterday.  The child suffered minor injures near Riddle Elementary School from a car accident involving a car and a Consumers Energy truck.  The accident occurred at the intersection of Allegan and Huron streets.  The child was taken to Sparrow Hospital for precautionary reasons.

This is a very unfortunate accident.  I hope this child is able to experience a full and fast recovery.

My law firm frequently represents children injured in car accidents.  In an accident like this one, the child’s family should submit a claim for Michigan No Fault benefits to pay for the child’s medical expenses.  Although the initial reports made it sound like the student’s injuries were minor, if after examination by a doctor more serious injuries come to light, the child will qualify for additional benefits from the No Fault insurance policy.  In addition, if the child’s injuries were very severe, the family may be able to pursue a legal claim against the driver who was at fault in this 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.

A biker was injured in a Lansing motorcyle accident with a SUV last week.  The accident occurred when the SUV pulled out in front of the motorcycle and hit it.  The driver of the SUV was fine, but the motorcyclist was in serious but stable condition.

This is a tragic accident which could have been avoided if the driver of the SUV was more aware of the surroundings including other cars and motorcycles on the road.  I hope the motorcyclist has a full and speedy recovery.

Even though the motorcyclist was not driving a car, he is still entitled to Michigan No Fault benefits which include payment of all hospital bills and medical expenses as well as additional benefits depending on the severity of her injuries.  These benefits could include payment for household chores that he can no longer do for himself and for any care or supervision of the injured driver that is required as a result of the accident.  Finally, if he has to miss work because of injuries suffered in this car accident, his No Fault insurance will pay benefits for his lost wages.

The motorcyclist may also have claims for their personal injuries suffered in the accident.  If, as sounds likely, he is determined to be free of fault, he will also have a claim against the negligent driver. 

If you would like more information about your rights after a Michigan traffic 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 traffic accident cases, visit our law firm web site at www.BuckfireLaw.com   If you would like to speak with one of our Michigan personal injury 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.

We represent individuals injured in Michigan motorcycle accidents.  These include cases for auto accidents, motorcycle accidents, bicycle accidents, truck accidents, moped accidents, pedestrian accidents, bus accidents, and hit and run accidents.  Cases often also include all terrain vehicle (ATV) accidents, off road vehicles, and even snowmobile accidents.

It is often important to hire a Michigan motorcycle accident lawyer for your case shortly after your accident.  To see why this is often necessary, you can watch this video interview with attorney Daniel L. Buckfire right now.

As part of any Michigan motorcycle accident case or any Michigan auto insurance claim, it is necessary to obtain the police traffic accident report.  Our firm routinely obtains these for our clients who have been injured in an auto accident. 

These are available to you by simply contacting the police agency and requesting the report.  There is usually a small fee for the report.  For an accident that occurred in Lansing, you should request the traffic crash report at the following location:

Lansing Police Department
3209 West Michigan Ave
Lansing, MI 48917
(517) 485-1700
Fax: (517) 485-6705  

If your accident was investigated by the Michigan State Police, you need to request the report directly from that agency.  You can download the Michigan State Police form here that you must complete and submit to obtain the Michigan State Police report.  .

If you would like more information about your rights after a Michigan motorcycle accident, you can order our FREE book, “The Ultimate Michigan Motorcycle Accident Handbook” by clicking on the book link.  We will send it out immediately along with other important information. 

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