There was a tragic story on the radio about an Fatal I-75 Multiple Vehicle Car Accident that happened in Monroe County this morning. According to the Monroe County Sheriff’s Office, a 64-year-old Wyandotte man allegedly lost control of his SUV while driving on I-75 near north Dixie Highway and was broadsided by a motorhome. The wife of the SUV driver was a passenger and died of her injuries. The passengers in the motorhome sought treatment on their own for their injuries. Police are still investigating the accident.

I am very sorry to hear about this tragic accident and offer the family of the deceased passenger my most sincere condolences and best wishes. I hope that the other injured parties have a complete recovery without any permanent deficits.

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

Additionally, for this type of auto accident in Michigan, the family members of the deceased woman 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.

In addition, the injury victims may be able to file a lawsuit against the persons determined to be at fault in auto accident. The insurance company for the driver must still cover any injuries. In this lawsuit, any injured parties and the family of the deceased victim 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.

Also, the family members of the deceased pedestrian may have a claim for a Michigan wrongful death lawsuit against the driver that police determine was negligent and caused this accident. At the very least, the surviving family should hire the best possible lawyer to look into these possibilities.

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.

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A Monroe County car accident has resulted in the death of a Manchester woman.  The accident occurred on December 30, 2008 when Carl Pierson was attempting to turn left from M-50 onto Cabela Blvd.  His car was hit by a minivan, which then struck another vehicle, injuring Elizabeth Tennant.  Carl Pierson’s passenger Brenda Pierson died following the accident.  Carl Pierson and Elizabeth Tennant were hospitalized with serious injuries.  Neither the driver nor passengers of the minivan were injured.

I want to expect my sympathies to the family of Brenda Pierson.  I also hope that Carl Pierson and Elizabeth Tennant are able to recover from their injuries.

Both Carl Pierson and Elizabeth Tennant should file a claim for Michigan No Fault insurance benefits.  No Fault insurance will pay for their medical expenses and any lost wages if they have to miss work because of the accident.  Their insurance companies will also pay for household services, attendant care, and other benefits if their injuries are severe.

If their injuries are very severe, they could sue the driver who caused the accident.  It is not clear from the news story who was at-fault so they should discuss this with a lawyer.  In addition, Michigan law allows only those seriously injured to file a lawsuit, but they can describe their injuries to the same lawyer, who should be able to make a determination as to whether they can file a lawsuit.

Brenda Pierson’s estate can submit a No Fault survivor loss claim, which will help the family handle the costs of her death by providing money for a funeral and by providing payments for loss of household services and loss of financial support.  The estate would also be able to sue the negligent driver who caused her death.

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 Raisinville car accident has sent seven high school students to the hospital.  The accident occurred on December 4, 2008 on M-50 at the intersection with Ida-Maybee Road and Lewis Avenue.  A car struck a van that was transporting members of the Lenawee Christian School’s basketball team to a game.  The van rolled over after being hit.  According to school officials, all of the injuries were minor.

I am very sorry this accident happened.  I am glad none of the children were seriously hurt, and I hope all of them recover fully from their injuries.

In an accident in which the injuries are minor, it is relatively easy but still very important to file for Michigan No Fault benefits.  No Fault insurance will pay for all the medical expenses incurred, which are likely to be the primary expense of this accident.  Since the students are too young to own their own No Fault policies, they can use their parents’ policies.  Even if their parents were uninsured, they can still file for No Fault benefits by using the van’s insurance policy.  A lawyer can help determine which policy to use and how to coordinate benefits.

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 Monroe truck accidents occurred on November 3, 2008 along U.S. 23.  The first involved a pickup truck pulling a trailor.  This accident occurred when the pickup truck left the roadway briefly before skidding into the grassy median and rolling over.  The driver, Donald Rickabus, 81, of Linden was airlifted to Toledo Hospital.  The second accident occurred as traffic slowed in response to the first accident when a semi rear-ended another semi and caused that truck’s cargo of kidney beans to spill all over the highway.  It does not appear anyone was injured in the second accident.

This is a very unfortunate accident and I hope that Donald Rickabus is able to have a quick and complete recovery.  I also hope that if anyone else was injured in these accidents that they get the medical attention they need and are also able to recover fully.

After an accident like this, Donald Rickabus or one of his family members should file a claim for Michigan No Fault insurance benefits as quickly as possible.  His accident sounds very severe and his medical bills will likely be very expensive.  Fortunately, his No Fault insurance will cover these costs.  He should submit the claim as quickly as he can to avoid missing one of the many deadlines set by the Michigan No Fault Act and his own insurance company.  If he submits a claim after one of those deadlines, his insurance company could limit his benefits or even deny coverage altogether.

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 hit and run accident in Monroe County has killed a pedestrian.  Tonya Teresa Chapman was struck and killed at the southbound entrance ramp of I-75 at Johnstonville Road.  Anyone with any information regarding this incident is asked to contact the Monroe County Sheriff’s Office at 994-7046.

This is a very unfortunate accident.  My sympathies are with Ms. Chapman’s family and friends.

I often encounter people who think that pedestrians are not eligible to receive Michigan No Fault benefits.  This is not true at all.  In an accident like this one, a pedestrian can receive No Fault benefits because her death was caused by a motor vehicle.  Therefore, Ms. Chapman can receive No Fault benefits as long as she or someone she lived with had a No Fault insurance policy.  These benefits will pay for a portion of her funeral costs and may cover lost wages and possibly other benefits as well.  If the driver is located, her family will also have a claim against that person, but even if the driver is never found, the family can still pursue a claim against Ms. Chapman’s insurance company as long as the policy holder had uninsured motorist coverage.

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.