Redford Personal Injury Lawyer

Trust the Personal Injury Attorneys With a 99% Success Rate

Accidents can happen to anyone, even when you are careful. You might miss a step in the dark and trip down the stairs, slip on ice in your driveway, or accidentally nick your finger while chopping vegetables. No matter what happens, accidents are always a pain and often require some kind of recovery.

But when you are injured in an accident due to someone else’s fault or negligence, the financial and emotional toll of that recovery cuts that much deeper. You did not have to be in this position. The good news is that you can file a claim from the party at fault for financial compensation to help you through your recovery.

This typically involves filing a claim with the insurance company, waiting for the claim to be approved, and then getting your money. Because this sounds cut and dried, most people assume they won’t need an attorney to represent them. The problem is that things don’t always go according to plan, especially when for-profit insurance companies are involved and trying to pay as little as possible.

The right Redford personal injury lawyer can represent your right to compensation through a settlement, through negotiations with the insurance company, and even through trial if need be. Goodman Acker takes your claim seriously and we fight for your right to compensation. We also bring with us a track record that inspires confidence: a 99% success rate for the cases we take on and conclude.

How Can Goodman Acker Help You?

There are several ways our personal injury attorneys in Redford can offer you support in your personal injury case. From the start of the case, we will gather evidence to build a solid foundation. From there, we will negotiate with the insurance company and fight for your right to compensation. We never settle unless it is the best thing for you.

Here’s a breakdown of how we can help:

Gathering Evidence

Proving that someone else was at fault for your injury is not always an easy task, and you need strong evidence to make your case. At Goodman Acker, an experienced Redford, MI, personal injury attorney will gather the evidence to build a strong case from the start. That includes:

• Gathering any documentation, police reports, medical records
• Gathering invoices for medical expenses or pay stubs for lost wages
• Interviewing any witnesses and getting depositions or testimonies
• Speaking with experts who can provide insight into the extent of your injury or other details of the accident.

We are meticulous in gathering evidence so that when your case goes to court, it’s airtight — and so is your right to financial compensation.

Negotiating With the Insurance Company

At the end of the day, the insurance company is out for a profit. Insurance adjusters will try to poke holes in your case to ensure that their employers pay as little as possible or nothing at all. They are skilled at twisting your words — which is why we will negotiate with them for you.

Our Redford, MI, personal injury lawyers are experienced in dealing with insurance adjusters. We know all of their moves, and we know how to protect your case throughout them. Whatever the insurance company throws at us, we will deftly defend your rights.

Settle the Case or Go to Trial

We never settle your case unless it is the best thing for you. By accepting a settlement, you can avoid a court trial and possibly get your compensation sooner. However, it will probably be less than the full amount that you sued for. Some clients may prefer to avoid a trial, and if negotiations with the insurance company are reasonable, it may be the best option.

However, with a successful trial, we can make the insurance companies pay up through a court order. You are more likely to receive the most compensation at a trial. At Goodman Acker, we have experience with both personal injury trials and settlements. And that experience, of course, comes with that 99% success rating.

Ensure You Get Your Financial Compensation

In a personal injury case, there are two main types of financial compensation: compensation for economic damages and non-economic damages. Economic damages are meant to cover the financial burden of your injury, including:

• Medical expenses
• Disability
• Lost wages
• Funeral costs in the event of wrongful death.

Meanwhile, non-economic damages speak to the emotional pain you may have suffered due to the accident. For this, you may need to speak to a mental health professional to get an evaluation and prove your right to these damages. These include:

• Pain and suffering
• Emotional distress
• Inconvenience
• Loss of society
• Loss of consortium or companionship
• Loss of enjoyment of life.

Finally, in cases of gross negligence or recklessness, your Redford, MI, personal injury attorney can also sue for punitive damages. Punitive damages are designed to punish the defendant as well as to deter any future instances of the behavior. Drunk or distracted driving cases, for instance, can sometimes pursue punitive damages.

Why Choose Goodman Acker as Your Redford, MI Personal Injury Lawyer?

There are plenty of personal injury law firms serving the Redford area, but you don’t want just any personal injury law firm. You want someone that instills you with confidence. Our experience and our track record for success offers security to our clients in the midst of a trying period of their lives.

Because of our experience, we have built important relationships and developed resources that help us to provide our clients with the support they need. In fact, many personal injury cases come to us because other firms are simply not equipped to handle the complexities of the case.

Our founding member, Barry J. Goodman, has nearly 50 decades of experience alone. He has made a career in helping victims of personal injury cases get justice through financial compensation. Through a career that has spanned multiple states, Goodman has been recognized with a number of honors:

• Member of the Nation’s Top One Percent of Attorneys 2019 by the National Association of Distinguished Counsel
• The National Trial Lawyers – Top 100 Personal Injury 2019
• Leaders in Law, Michigan Trial Lawyers Association (2015)
• 10.0 Superb Avvo Rating
• AV® Rating by Martindale-Hubbell®
• Inclusion on the Super Lawyers® list
• Inclusion on the Michigan Lawyers Weekly 2021 Hall of Fame list.

Our firm has built up a reputation for excellence and quality service to our clients:

• Newsgroups, like FOX 17, feature our law firm regularly––we are a trusted name in our communities.
• Former and current clients thank us for our help––and you can read our client testimonials to get a better understanding of how our work has impacted their lives.
• We are available 24/7 for client emergencies, which is just another reason we are trusted and respected in Grand Rapids and throughout Michigan.
• Our reputation is also partly based on the millions of dollars we have recovered for our clients.
• Our reputation is backed by awards and recognition, like inclusion on the Super Lawyers list, an AV Martindale-Hubbell Rating, and a spot on the list of Top 100 Trial Lawyers.

Need another reason? We offer free consultations. In a sit-down meeting or a call, we become acquainted with your case and tell you how we can support you before you make a financial decision. Get in touch today at 248-286-8100.

Redford Personal Injury Lawyer FAQs

Our experienced attorneys can help answer any of your questions about personal injury in Redford, MI, so you go into your case confident and knowledgeable.

How long do you have to file a personal injury claim in Redford?

According to M.C.L.A. § 600.5805, Michigan personal injury plaintiffs have three years from the date of an incident to file a personal injury claim. The one exception is medical malpractice, which has a two-year limit. Limited exceptions allow for additional time, like cases where:

• the victim is considered insane at the time of the accident;
• the victim was under the age of 18 at the time of the accident; or
• the liable party/defendant is out of state and cannot be reasonably served with a lawsuit.

How does Michigan’s no-fault law impact my personal injury claim?

Michigan follows no-fault law for car, bus, or truck accidents. This means that all drivers are required to carry insurance that will cover their injuries and property damage in the event of an accident. Your insurance coverage should cover you regardless of who was at fault in the accident.

This is still a relatively new law in Michigan, introduced in 2020. It is important to have a Redford personal injury attorney familiar with the ins and outs of no-fault law to represent your rights.

For what types of accidents can I file a personal injury claim?

Personal injury is a wide umbrella of different types of cases, as accidents come in all shapes and sizes. Types of personal injury cases you can follow include but are not limited to:

• Medical malpractice
• Premises liability
• Traumatic brain injuries
• Wrongful death
• Bicycle accidents
• Birth injuries
• Pedestrian accidents
• Dog bite accidents
• Slip and fall accidents
• Nursing home incidents/accidents
• Product liability.

How do I know if I have a case?

Personal injuries are intensely emotional, often traumatic events. It can be hard to know if you have a case, which is why scheduling a free consultation is so valuable. In a personal injury, we will review the details of your case and tell you where the law falls in your situation. If you have a case, we will help you win it.

Find a Redford, MI, Personal Injury Attorney Who Has Your Back Today

Need a personal injury attorney in Redford, MI? Contact Goodman Acker today to learn more or to schedule a free consultation: 248-286-8100.

LEGALLY REVIEWED BY BARRY J. GOODMAN

Barry J. Goodman has devoted his professional life to keeping courthouse doors open for victims seeking justice. Always a tireless advocate for his own clients, Goodman sees his responsibility as a Detroit personal injury attorney in a broader sense as well. [ Attorney Bio ]