What is an Independent Medical Exam (IME)? Independent medical examinations also known as IME’s are medical evaluations performed for the purpose of clarifying clinical and legal case issues, particularly after injuries resulting from a car accident. The evaluation is performed by an independent evaluator or doctor, meaning one who has not previously been involved in the […]
We all have something we live for. For some it may be your family. For others, maybe it is your career, a hobby, a passion or a multitude of things. However, whatever reason it may be, in order to be there for what matters most we have to alive and living well. June is observed […]
The National Safety Council has reported that side-collision accidents, commonly referred to as T-bone collisions, are ranked second among collision types in serious injuries and fatalities each year. T-bone accidents are extremely dangerous by nature because there is little metal to absorb the affects of a high speed impact to the side of the vehicle compared to […]
On Tuesday night around 9:30 p.m., a New York-bound train veered off the tracks, causing most of the train’s passenger cars to fall over and some to be severely damaged. The accident, which killed at least six people, involved 238 passengers and five Amtrak crew members. Local hospitals received around 100 patients; many had minor […]
A dog attack is a traumatic experience and for many victims, serious injuries can result. Victims who sustain injuries as result of a dog bite do have legal rights and should consult with an experienced attorney to discuss their case. At Goodman Acker P.C. our Detroit dog bite lawyers actively represent victims who are hurt as a […]
It’s spring time in Michigan and for many that means time to bring out the bike and enjoy riding. Motorists all over the state will begin to see more and more motorcycles out on our roads and highways. For this reason, our Goodman Acker P.C. motorcycle attorneys also thought this would be a good time to remind […]
Motorcyclists injured in an accident often suffer more severe and permanent injuries due to their vulnerability on the road and lack of protection of not being enclosed and shielded by metal like automobiles. However, even though injuries resulting after a motorcycle accident may be more severe and therefore requiring additional long term medical care and […]
If you have ever stumbled over an object or bumped into someone while texting and walking, you probably felt foolish. Apple’s new “transparent texting” technology could spare you such embarrassment in the future. The U.S. Patent and Trademark Office recently approved a patent for Apple’s see-through iPhone, according to a report at mashable.com. The website says […]
Victims injured in a Michigan automobile accident are entitled to receive no-fault insurance benefits from their auto insurance company. When the insurance company denies payment of benefits the only recourse a victim can take to collect payment is to file a no-fault insurance lawsuit against their own insurance company. At the law firm of Goodman Acker, P.C. […]
There are generally two types of claims a victim can recover in a car accident lawsuit for their resulting injuries. These claims include (1) damages or compensation for actual medical bills, lost wages, and more known as economic damages, and (2) non-economic damages known as pain and suffering damages. Legally, pain and suffering is a term that […]
