And How They Happen Anytime your vehicle collides with another car or object, you have experienced a car accident. Car accidents can be minor, like bumping into the side of your own parking garage, or extremely severe, like colliding head-on with another vehicle. Most car accidents fall into certain categories, which we will outline below. Many […]
Seatbelts are a lifesaver, so it’s a no-brainer that you should wear them when in a vehicle. This is the law in all U.S. states. However, sometimes you might drive or be a passenger in a car without wearing a seatbelt, leading to penalties like a ticket. This blog looks at the seatbelt law in […]
One of the scariest types of car accidents is one where a car hits a pedestrian. These accidents often end with the pedestrian suffering life-threatening injuries. If you were a pedestrian hit by a car, you probably have a lot of questions about how you will pay for the medical treatment you need. One of […]
When considering how injury victims are compensated, there are many different laws, coverage plans, and other elements that can impact how a case is resolved. In Michigan, drivers who are involved in car accidents are covered by no-fault insurance plans. The state also has comparative negligence laws in place, which permit the reduction of compensation for plaintiffs who are […]
When you purchase an insurance policy, the rate you pay is determined based primarily on the likelihood that you will be involved in a car accident. Insurance companies base their business model on the hopes that they will not need to pay claims, so if they anticipate that a driver will eventually file a claim, that […]
Michigan’s overhaul of their no-fault system is taking effect July 1, impacting all local drivers and their insurance policies. One of the many areas of insurance that will be affected is the independent medical examination, which insurers utilize to their advantage. Under the old law, insurers could have any physician of their choosing evaluate claimants, […]
After an accident is not necessary. Although no-fault insurance can be used to cover damages following collisions in these states, most plans do not cover everything. It is important to know what specific damages are covered under your insurance plan, and what kinds of damages may require other sources of coverage. About No-Fault Insurance No-fault coverage is […]
When you are involved in a car accident claim, there is no such thing as too much evidence. A variety of different things could be used as proof of another driver’s fault, and result in you recovering compensation. There are certain documents you should hold onto that will help build your case. Medical Records and Photographs Demonstrating […]
It’s entirely possible to be the only person who is injured in a car accident. Of course, there are multiple instances of a driver being injured in a collision and another driver walking away unscathed, but in some cases, only one car is involved — for example, a driver who slips on ice or drives into […]
A futuristic world of autonomous vehicles is quickly becoming a reality, as many companies are testing driverless vehicles and businesses like Tesla already have their self-driving models on the road. Soon, commuters will be able to sit back and relax while their car takes them to work. In addition to cars that can transport people […]
