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...
Personal Injury
Why you shouldn’t rush to settle your personal injury claim
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...
What drivers should look out for during the holiday season
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...
Families can take action when inmates die in state custody
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...
The 3 deadly Ds that cause many fatal Michigan crashes
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...
Fewer People on the Road, but More Deadly Crashes in 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....
Why Admission of Liability Does Not Excuse Discovery Process
On occasion, we have negligence cases where the responsible parties admit liability. While the defendant always has the prerogative to admit liability that should never impede the ability of plaintiffs to obtain discovery and learn the truth of what actually occurred....
Recovering from tragedy following a farm accident
Silos are a common fixture in farms across the country. Most of us know them to be a practical way to store grain through the seasons. Some of us even view them as a thing of beauty. But many of us aren't aware of the hidden dangers buried in a silo.Silo accidents are...
After a car accident, never settle without a lawyer.
When you're involved in a serious car accident, your entire world can be turned upside-down. Your health and your future may be uncertain. You may have life-and-death issues that need your immediate attention. You may also be concerned about who will take care of your...
Fourth of July fireworks safety essentials
The Fourth of July is a holiday about history, community, family and fun. It's our nation's birthday--and one of the ways we celebrate this occasion is with a festive display of pyrotechnics in the night sky.Maybe you're headed out to watch the professional show over...