The question of whether those who drive for ride-hailing companies like Uber are employees or independent contractors has always been a controversial one. Companies that are app-based have long argued that the gig workers upon whom they rely are not their employees....
When state lawmakers first announced no-fault reform efforts years ago, they claimed that changes to Michigan's car insurance statutes would save policyholders money. Unfortunately, the law enacted in 2019 to reform no-fault insurance has had a variety of negative,...
Dogs are referred to as “man’s best friend” for a reason. These fluffy canines provide companionship, ease stress and help their owners become more active. But, just like other animals, dogs can be unpredictable. If threatened or provoked, dogs can bite and cause...
Thousands of auto accidents occur every day. It’s nearly impossible to keep track of the cause of every auto accident. However, there are some common causes of auto accidents. Here are a few causes of auto accidents that might jeopardize your safety: Drunk and...
Michigan courts use the theory of comparative negligence to decide most personal injury claims. If a court finds someone else’s negligence led to you being injured, you will usually get compensation, but the judge will reduce the payout by any percentage they consider...
When seeking compensation for damages arising from negligence, accepting the first settlement offer that comes your way can be tempting. It could be due to the desire to move on from the ordeal coupled with mounting medical bills and lost wages. Either way, rushing...
It’s now December, so we have well and truly entered the holiday season. With Christmas and New Year's just around the corner, people are starting to make plans and meet up on their time off. What does the holiday season mean for drivers in Michigan? Are there any...
Mental health is a complex issue, and controlling mental health issues requires support from many parts of society. Unfortunately, it is quite common for those with mental health issues to wind up in the criminal justice system. Instead of receiving mental health...
Car crashes occur every day in Michigan, and the vast majority of them are preventable. It is quite frequently bad decision-making by one of the drivers involved that causes a car crash, rather than winter weather or the questionable condition of certain Michigan...
For the entirety of 2020, there were fewer people on Michigan roads and fewer crashes. The reason for this was clear: the COVID-19 pandemic shelter-at-home mandates. What is troubling, and more difficult to discern, is that the crashes that did occur were deadlier....
