You may be entitled to compensation for an accident caused by a negligent driver in Michigan. However, your actions after the crash may determine whether you will receive the compensation you deserve. In other words, they can make or break your car accident claim....
Year: 2024
Parents, it’s time to get your teen driver ready for summertime
When summer soon arrives, it will mark the start of what traffic safety experts call the "100 Deadliest Days." This period runs from Memorial Day to Labor Day. During these months, the number of crashes involving teenage drivers spikes significantly. That's why it's...
Airbag injuries: An unexpected consequence of car wrecks
Since the late 1990s, driver and front passenger airbags have been required safety features in all cars – and they definitely save lives. Airbags aren’t perfect, however. Despite their role in vehicle safety, airbags can also cause injuries to unlucky drivers and...
What kind of settlement should you expect after a car accident?
Determining suitable settlement terms for your car accident claim can be a complex undertaking, but it is crucial to securing the compensation you deserve. Various factors can influence the amount you can recover after a crash. First in line is the extent or severity...
4 severe birth injuries that may be caused by medical negligence
Medical workers have a duty to provide a standard of care that minimizes the risk of birth injuries during childbirth. When medical negligence occurs, severe birth injuries can result, profoundly impacting both a newborn and their family. Some of the birth injuries...
Can failure to refer lead to a medical malpractice claim?
If you visit a doctor and they realize your diagnosis or treatment is beyond their skills, they are required to refer you to a physician with more specialized knowledge and skills. However, doctors don’t always refer patients when they should. If you’re ill or...
Missed diagnosis and misdiagnosis: Understanding the difference
When a patient sees their doctor or seeks medical help at a hospital, they expect medical professionals to do everything in their power to uncover a patient's injury or illness. When this doesn’t happen, a patient can suffer from severe injuries and illnesses. As a...
When are the riskiest times to be a pedestrian?
Walking to places is free and it helps you to stay healthy. A vehicle hitting you will negate both of those benefits. While most pedestrians will go their whole lives without a driver hitting them, it only takes one driver to kill you or leave you with life-changing...
Michigan repeals drugmaker immunity law
On December 7, 2023, Michigan Gov. Gretchen Whitmer signed the repeal of the law that protected drug companies from lawsuits. What is the law's history, and what does its repeal mean for medical malpractice lawsuits? Holding big pharma responsible Until December 7,...