After getting in an accident, an insurance company adjuster will want to get a recorded statement from you about how the accident happened. While it may seem natural to cooperate, there are many risks involved. As a general rule, you should never give an oral or recorded statement to ANYONE without the advice of a lawyer. […]
Everyone knows how hectic school zones can be. You’ve got parents in a rush to drop off their children and then head to work. Then you’ve got the kids that live close enough to walk, running across the street to get into school on time. The commotion can be stressful on a driver, but it’s […]
Goodman Acker P.C. has filed a lawsuit against Whaley Children’s Center and an employee of the facility on behalf of our client who was sexually assaulted on their grounds. Whaley Children’s Center is a Flint state-licensed home for abused, neglected, and at-risk children. On July 6th, 2015, our client, a 7-year old resident at the […]
In Michigan, the magic of winter brings downhill skiing and snowboarding, dog sledding, ice fishing and other fun snow activities, but not everything is gold. During the winter, slip and fall accidents increase due to the ice and snow that create slippery surfaces on the sidewalks, porches, and driveways. If you live in an area […]
Bicycles, when ridden correctly, are an absolutely safe, healthy, and eco-friendly form of transportation. However, in case of accident, they can leave the rider completely devastated with injuries, as they are far less protective than a regular vehicle. This is why it is so absolutely vital for a bicyclist to wear a helmet at all […]
Doctors and surgeons owe a duty of care to patients. This involves providing safe, effective, and accurate medical procedures to result in an improved quality of life and wellbeing. However, surgeons sometimes breach that duty of care by acting recklessly or negligently, resulting in serious and sometimes even fatal harm. Surgical never events is a […]
Our firm, Goodman Acker, P.C., is thrilled to announce we have been chosen as one of the 2017 Cool Places to Work in the Michigan by Crain’s Detroit Business and Best Companies Group. This is our 2nd year being honored on this platform, and we are honored to be recognized for being a positive work environment. […]
Halloween is a fun time of year. Decorations go up, haunted houses advertise spooky thrills, and thousands of trick-or-treaters around the country go out in search of a sugar rush. However, with all the extra activities and people visiting your property, safety hazards can result in serious injuries. If you as the homeowner are aware […]
The value of a personal injury claim varies. If you are pursuing compensation, it is important to keep copies of medical bills, lost wages, and other economic damages to use when calculating the amount you may receive for your claim. In general, there are 2 types of damages you may be awarded in a personal […]
Being involved in a commercial truck accident is a scary and stressful experience. Many people are not prepared, and make decisions that put their ability to seek compensation in jeopardy. After an accident, there are several common mistakes you should avoid. Our firm has guided numerous clients to successful financial solutions for injuries sustained in […]
