Most car accident victims shy away from getting legal representation because of legal fees or believing they can handle their claims themselves. While the latter is true to some extent, there are instances when it is prudent to work with a legal team. We will discuss those instances in this blog. If you or a […]
In today’s digital age, social media has become an integral part of our daily lives. We use various platforms to share moments, thoughts, and experiences with our friends and followers. When you’ve had a severe injury in an accident caused by another, you may be tempted to share details in your social media posts. It […]
Losing someone you care deeply about can be devastating. The relationship that you have with that person will be saved in photographs and cherished memories, but there will be a hole in your life because that person is not with you today. It is even harder to deal with if your loved one passed away […]
If you want to sue some other party after sustaining an injury, you need to prove, among other things, that they were negligent in some way. There are some basic requirements for negligence to exist that apply across the board, but what it looks like in practice varies depending on the individual circumstances of your […]
Accidents are frightening and upsetting events, especially when you end up injured. If that injury involves your head, it can change how you think, feel, and live in the world — sometimes forever. Traumatic brain injury (TBI) is the most common complication of a head injury after an accident. A traumatic brain injury is mild […]
Are you familiar with Michigan premises liability laws? Did you know changes may come to the “open and obvious” standard used for years? Property owners and others need to be aware of the changes that may occur so they can adequately prepare and ensure their property is free from hazards that may result in accidents […]
Prior to July 28, 2023, Michigan property owners enjoyed immunity from liability concerning hazardous conditions on their premises which could be categorized as “open and obvious.” This legal doctrine had its roots in the notion that while property owners were responsible for maintaining a reasonably secure environment, they were not obligated to warn individuals about […]
Handling the death of a loved one can be extremely difficult. This is especially true when someone else’s negligence caused your loved one’s death. Their careless or reckless behavior may have stolen years of life from someone you love. You are likely dealing with significant grief but also the stress of everything that has changed […]
Attorney Jordan B. Acker has dedicated his life to improving the country and his community. After graduating from the University of Michigan with a B.A. in History in 2006, he went to work for the Michigan Democratic Party as the Deputy Communications Director. Following the 2006 elections, he worked on staff for U.S. Representative John […]
Slip-and-fall accidents, when someone loses their footing on a slippery, loose, uneven, or otherwise unsafe surface, occur all too often in Michigan. Injuries that result may be serious and include broken bones, head, neck, and spinal cord injuries, traumatic brain injuries, and even death. Survivors may require extensive treatment such as physical therapy and surgery, […]
