Category: Personal Injury

Michigan Motorcycle Helmet Law 2021 – What You Need To Know

• 12 August, 2021
• Motorcycle Accidents Personal Injury

Michigan requires motorcyclists to wear protective headgear, but some riders over age 21 are exempt from this requirement. The move to make helmet wearing optional for some motorcyclists began in 2012. While helmets are not mandatory, statistics show that they save lives and prevent serious head injuries. What Are the Details of Michigan’s Motorcycle Helmet Law? Michigan motorcycle […]

Michigan Cell Phone Law 2021: What You Need To Know

• 22 July, 2021
• Car Accidents Personal Injury

Like many other states, Michigan is cracking down on cell phone use while driving to make the roads safer from distracted drivers. You need to know about Michigan’s updated cell phone laws, the risks of distracted driving, and how Goodman Aker can help in the event of an auto accident caused by texting and driving. […]

Can I Get Disability Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19)?

• 21 May, 2021
• COVID-19 Personal Injury

COVID-19 invaded our world just over a year ago, and we continue to learn more about this infectious disease each day. While some test positive while being asymptomatic, others have mild to severe symptoms, which put them in the hospital or worse. Many have survived the infection and recovered completely, while others continue to experience […]

What Happens If You Get in a Car Accident While Pregnant?

• 21 May, 2021
• Car Accidents Personal Injury

Driving or riding in a vehicle may seem like an everyday task, but it can be risky for pregnant women. If you’re unfortunate and find yourself in an automobile accident while pregnant, there are several unique concerns to consider. In addition to emotional trauma, injuries or complications are possible. The team at Goodman Acker P.C. […]

Why is Texting and Driving Dangerous? (With Statistics)

• 1 April, 2021
• Car Accidents Personal Injury Truck Accidents

Texting and driving is dangerous because it is one of the major causes of motor accidents on the road. Driving requires your full concentration and attention. It’s a visual task. The term, ‘distracted driving’ describes driving in an unsafe manner while performing an activity that draws your attention from the road. Normal driving is already […]

What Happens if You Leave the Scene of a Car Accident?

• 19 March, 2021
• Car Accidents Pedestrian Accidents Personal Injury

Leaving the scene of an accident can carry severe penalties, especially if anyone is injured in the incident. Severe injuries can change misdemeanor charges into felony charges. This blog discusses the charges, fines, insurance implications, and other critical factors when drivers leave an accident scene. If you leave an accident scene for any reason, consult […]

Barry Goodman Chosen for Michigan Lawyers Weekly 2021 Hall of Fame

• 8 March, 2021
• Goodman Acker P.C. In the News Personal Injury

Our founding and managing partner Barry Goodman has been selected for inclusion in the Michigan Lawyers Weekly 2021 Hall of Fame! Michigan Lawyers Weekly is an independent publication that provides the latest news in the world of Michigan law. The editorial board of the newspaper annually selects 20 attorneys to be inducted into their Hall […]

Posting on Social Media After a Car Accident

• 26 February, 2021
• Car Accidents Insurance Motorcycle Accidents Personal Injury

The world of social media is a great way to stay in touch with friends and family. These popular media platforms are such a common part of daily life that most of us don’t think twice about what we post. From check-ins and reviews, to photos and updates about our daily lives, these means of […]

Mark Brewer’s Brief in Michigan Supreme Court

• 25 February, 2021
• Firm News News Personal Injury

Click the link below to read Mark Brewer’s brief in the Michigan Supreme Court on behalf of a number of prominent organizations: Brief of Proposed Amici Curiae America Votes, Detroit Regional Chamber, Equality Michigan, Michigan Voices, and Planned Parenthood of Michigan in support of Plaintiff AFT Michigan. Brief in Michigan Supreme Court

Goodman Acker Settles Accident Suit for Passenger Ejected from Motorcycle

• 23 February, 2021
• Motorcycle Accidents Personal Injury

Goodman Acker recently settled a motorcycle accident suit for a passenger who was seriously injured due to a road defect in Wayne County, Michigan. Our client was riding on the back of her husband’s motorcycle when she was ejected from the bike after hitting a rut/trench in the roadway. As a result of the accident, […]