Have you been injured in an accident? You may have questions about what happens next. You may be wondering, “is my case worth anything?” “Will it go to trial?” “I don’t know anything about the legal process, so who can I turn to for help with my claim?” Rest assured that the Detroit personal injury […]
Car accidents not only take place on our Michigan roads and highways, but also occur in parking lots. In fact, according to the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety, 20 percent of all auto accidents do take place in commercial parking lots. Even low speed crashes can cause serious injuries. This is particularly true when the crash […]
Michigan drivers are no strangers to poor driving conditions during harsh winters. Heavy rain or snow can decrease visibility, and the presence of black ice decreases traction on the roadways, contributing to hydroplaning and skidding. Thick fog or strong winds are other factors that make driving more hazardous. Countless car accidents occur during the winter months that […]
Holidays can be a risky time for highway travel no matter where you live. With more people on the road and a larger proportion of drivers impaired by alcohol, drivers face an increased risk of being involved in an accident. Goodman Acker P.C. has put together the following infographic with eye-opening statistics to remind you […]
When two motor vehicles crash, the outcome can be serious and even fatal. But when a car hits or injures a pedestrian, it is likely that the results of the crash are even more tragic. This is because unlike a driver or passenger in a motor vehicle, a pedestrian does not have the outside shield […]
Car accidents occurring on expressways are unfortunately quite common in the State of Michigan. I-75, I-94, and I-696 are notorious for highway crashes. But what happens when a driver exits the expressway? Motor vehicle accidents occurring on an exit ramp off the expressway is not as common as a highway collision; however it can be […]
With the holidays fast approaching, shopping malls are seeing a lot of traffic. The holiday rush to buy presents can get hectic, and unfortunately, people can get hurt if the mall they shop at has not taken precautions to prevent injury. In order to ensure the safety of each guest, property owners and store personnel […]
Currently in the State of Michigan, child passenger safety laws are not specific as to when parents or adult drivers need to use rear and forward facing child seats, booster seats or seat belts for their 16 and under child passengers. For many, this leaves a lot of open ended questions as to whether or […]
A car accident caused by a drunk driver can be a terrifying time for an individual. The injuries that can result from the irresponsible behavior of another person can be a major source of disruption to a person’s life, affecting their ability to work, earn money, or complete everyday tasks. Expenses can quickly pile up for an […]
As many people already know, famous actor and car enthusiast, Paul Walker, died in a car accident in Valencia, California. Shortly after the accident, his daughter filed a lawsuit against Porsche stating the accident should not have killed her father at the speeds he was traveling unless the car was defective. The case was dismissed […]
