Personal Injury Lawyers and Car Accident Attorneys in Michigan

Auto Accidents

Millions of people are injured in auto accidents every year. Some accidents are serious enough to allow injured victims the right to pursue a third-party liability claim. If you are pursuing a claim against the responsible party, you need a skilled Detroit car accident lawyer on your side. Some common causes of auto accidents in Michigan include:

• Distracted driving, including texting.
• Speeding and other traffic violations.
• Driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
• Defective vehicle components.
• Adverse weather conditions and road hazards.

Truck Accidents

Truck accidents typically involve severe to catastrophic injuries due to the size difference between these massive trucks and a smaller passenger vehicle. Large trucks are subject to additional rules and regulations that are designed to keep motorists safe. If the driver or trucking company violates one of these laws, you could have multiple avenues of recovery. However, accident claims involving large trucks are almost always complicated, as there are usually at least two defendants. Don’t attempt to pursue a claim independently; let one of our skilled Detroit truck accident lawyers help.

Motorcycle Accidents

Michigan law doesn’t consider motorcycles to be motor vehicles, so they are treated differently in an accident and may not be eligible for no-fault coverage benefits. For example, if a motorcycle is involved in a collision with a parked vehicle, the motorcycle rider is not eligible for PIP benefits. However, if the automobile was moving at the time of the accident, the motorcycle rider may qualify for benefits. Motorcycle collisions also typically involve catastrophic injuries. Let our Detroit motorcycle accident lawyers help you get the compensation you deserve.

Bicycle Accidents

Riding a bicycle is great exercise and environmentally friendly, but it puts you at risk for a serious accident. Motorists often don’t watch for bicyclists, and that can have catastrophic results. You have legal rights to recover compensation in the event of an accident. Depending on the circumstances, you might be able to pursue a no-fault claim for your economic damages and/or a third-party liability claim for your non-economic damages, such as pain and suffering. Talk with one of our bicycle accident attorneys to learn more.

Slip and Fall Accidents

No one departs their house one day and assumes this is the day their life will change completely due to a slip-and-fall accident. Unfortunately, slips and falls are common personal injury claims we represent clients for. You are at risk virtually everywhere, from your own home to the grocery store parking lot. You could fall in the market, a hotel, amusement park, friend’s house, etc.

Whether you have a claim for damages is based on whether the property owner was negligent. Businesses and property owners have a duty to keep their premises reasonably safe for visitors. If they breached that duty, you could pursue a premises liability claim. Proving negligence in a slip-and-fall claim is quite complex. You need a skilled Detroit slip and fall attorney representing you.

Workers’ Compensation

Workers’ Compensation, better known as “workers’ comp,” is a system of laws meant to protect workers injured on the job. These laws are passed by the state that mandate your employer (or your employer’s insurer) to compensate you or your family for injuries sustained on the job.

If you are injured on the job and denied workers’ compensation, you may be entitled to file a lawsuit to earn it. Our successful team will fight on your behalf. Contact our attorneys for help.

Medical Malpractice

No medical professional is perfect, and minor mistakes can happen. However, some mistakes are preventable and rise to the level of medical malpractice. These situations, such as surgical errors, birth injuries, medication errors, misdiagnoses, etc., may be viable personal injury claims. A medical malpractice attorney can help you determine your rights and the best course of legal action if you suspect you’re the victim of medical malpractice.

Dog Bites

Being attacked by a dog is a terrifying experience. In many cases, the dog was unprovoked and attacked for no reason. You may have the right to bring a claim for damages against the animal’s owner. Like other states, Michigan has specific laws that address a dog owner’s liability in this situation. Don’t wait to contact a dog bite attorney if you have been attacked. You may require future medical treatment and be left with noticeable scars. We can help you get the compensation you are owed.

Social Security Disability

When you are the victim of an accident or suffer an illness that keeps you from working again, you may need temporary or permanent disability benefits. Pursuing Social Security Disability benefits (SSDI) can be complicated, as many claims are initially denied. Working with an experienced Detroit Social Security Disability benefits lawyer can help improve your chances of getting approved the first time around.

Wrongful Death

If you lose a family member because of injuries they suffered due to someone else’s negligence or intentional actions, then individual family members might have a claim for wrongful death. Available compensation in a wrongful death claim is to compensate surviving family members for their losses, such as loss of benefits, loss of financial support, loss of companionship, etc. A Detroit wrongful death lawyer can help you determine your rights and what type of compensation your family could be eligible to receive.

Nursing Home Abuse

Nursing home abuse and neglect are growing problems around the country. It’s crucial to learn the warning signs and red flags to pay attention to when you visit facilities. You should also hire a nursing home abuse lawyer who can help you protect your family member’s rights and safety. If you believe your family member’s life is in immediate danger, call 911.

Product Liability

Product liability claims deal with defective products, including anything a consumer can purchase, such as pharmaceuticals, food, toys, auto parts, medical devices, and more. Faulty medical devices, such as heart valves and hip replacements, have left victims worse off than before their surgery. Product liability is an extensive practice area and may include products you wouldn’t imagine, such as real estate. If you believe you have a case that falls under product liability, speak with an experienced defective product lawyer right away. Let the skilled legal team at Goodman Acker P.C. help you get the compensation you deserve.