Goodman Acker Blog

Attorney Mark Brewer Fighting to Keep Minimum Wage & Paid Sick Leave on the Ballot

• August 5,2019
• Attorneys Firm News Personal Injury

Attorney Mark Brewer presented oral argument to the Michigan Supreme Court opposing legislative gutting of the minimum wage and paid sick leave initiatives adopted by the Legislature last year. In September of 2018, the Republican-led Legislature adopted laws proposed by initiative petition increasing the state’s minimum wage from $9.25 to $12 by 2022, raising tipped workers’ […]

Can I Sue Someone for Failing to Provide Adequate Security?

• August 2,2019
• Personal Injury Premises Liability Slip & Fall Accident

Premises liability laws protect people who are injured because of another party’s negligent property management. Under these laws, injury victims can sue a home or business owner for the damages that resulted from their carelessness. Often, premises liability cases involve incidents such as slip-and-fall accidents that result from a property owner’s failure to repair a safety […]

I Was Injured at an AirBnB – Can I seek Compensation?

• July 17,2019
• Personal Injury Premises Liability

Airbnb is a popular website that allows people to, essentially, convert their homes into hotels. Hosts can list their property on Airbnb, decide on a nightly rate, and begin allowing tourists and renters to stay in their residence for a temporary period. The business has provided an alternative to the traditional hotel model for people […]

The Catastrophic Nature of a Trucking Accident

• July 17,2019
• Truck Accidents

Different types of vehicles are involved in road accidents, but no crashes are as dangerous as those involving large trucks — that is, 18-wheelers or semi-trucks that weigh up to 80,000 pounds. Due to their size, these vehicles can cause catastrophic damage in a traffic accident. In this article, our Detroit truck accident lawyers discuss […]

More Accurate Concussion Detection Method is in Testing

• July 12,2019
• Brain Injury Personal Injury

Mild traumatic brain injuries (TBI), which are more commonly referred to as concussions, can cause long-term effects to an injury victim’s behavior and cognitive ability if not properly treated. To prevent the complications that can arise from a mild TBI, early detection is essential. A concussion that is detected in a timely manner can be addressed […]

Detroit Doctor Misdiagnosed Patients for Financial Benefit

• July 8,2019
• Medical Malpractice Personal Injury

A doctor based in the Detroit area falsely diagnosed hundreds of patients, with the intent of increasing his salary, bonuses, and billings. Several victims of Dr. Yasser Awaad’s fraudulent medical practices brought civil action against him to compensate for the suffering they faced as a result of his actions, as well as the oversight of […]

Summer Safety: Injuries Caused by Foul Balls at Baseball Games

• July 3,2019
• Brain Injury Personal Injury

Summertime signals the heat of baseball season for dedicated sports fans and casual attendees alike. Many baseball spectators bring along a glove in the hopes of catching a foul ball. The excitement of a baseball being hit into the audience can be a fun part of going to a game, as everyone in the section […]

Goodman Acker P.C. Wins Over $1 Million Settlement for Truck Accident Victim

• June 27,2019
• Firm News Personal Injury Truck Accidents

Goodman Acker P.C. partner Tim Sulolli and associate attorney Ronita Bahri recovered $1,425,000.00 for our client who was injured in an accident with a semi-truck in Warren, Michigan. Our client is a National Guard veteran and former Sergeant, Airman 3rd class of the United States Air Force. Aside from being a veteran, he is a husband, […]

Am I Eligible for Social Security Disability Benefits?

• June 20,2019
• Personal Injury Social Security Disability

The Social Security disability insurance (SSDI) program provides compensation to workers’ who are no longer able to perform their job duties because of an injury. If you are out of work because of an injury, you may be wondering if you qualify for Social Security disability. Not all job-disrupting injuries qualify workers for SSDI benefits — you […]

Swimming Pool Accidents & Liability: Everything You Need to Know This Summer

• June 18,2019
• Personal Injury

In the heat of summer, visiting a friend’s pool or a swimming area in your local community is one of the best ways to cool off. While usually a source of harmless summer fun, swimming pool accidents can happen. When they do, the owner of the pool can be legally responsible for compensating victims for […]