When injured in an accident, victims may be susceptible to unscrupulous “ambulance chasing” tactics and have subpar legal representation. Called “case runners,” ambulance chasers use aggressive tactics to get personal information about accident victims and steer them toward the certain attorneys and doctors who pay the chasers well. Since accident victims are in a crisis, […]
On May 30, 2019, Governor Whitmer signed historic, bipartisan no-fault auto insurance reform legislation into law, the first part to be effective July 1, 2020, and the second part effective July 1, 2021. The purpose behind this new legislation was simple: make auto insurance more affordable. However, since the law was introduced, most people have […]
When driving on Michigan’s highways and interstates, none of us expects to end up in an auto accident. However, depending on where you are traveling, you could have a higher chance of being involved in a crash. Some of the most dangerous highways in Michigan include Interstate 96, Interstate 94, and Interstate 75. Although you […]
Car accident victims suffer injuries ranging from minor to severe. Minor injuries are often overlooked, as most people do not believe they can be life-threatening. However, there are instances where a minor wound can become severe and life-threatening. As a result, you should not ignore minor injuries. This blog covers why you shouldn’t dismiss your […]
Not all auto insurance policies are created equal. Motorists may elect to carry minimum personal injury liability coverage that’s woefully inadequate if a severe accident happens. This is where underinsured motorist coverage steps in. Michigan underinsured motorist (UIM) coverage may be the only option to recover losses when the other driver’s auto insurance policy is […]
After a car wreck, some drivers and passengers make the mistake of getting out of their vehicle to check the damage or direct traffic. However, this is a dangerous and even fatal action. The dangers of stepping outside your car after a crash are why the Michigan State Police often advise drivers to remain in […]
Determining fault in a Michigan auto accident is more complex than you might assume. Assigning liability can be more challenging when more than two vehicles are involved in the accident. Since every collision is different, determining fault requires thorough investigation, sometimes using experts. This blog delves into how fault is determined in multiple-car accidents. If […]
Despite state-wide “stay-at-home” orders reducing the number of drivers on the road by 18%, Michigan saw an increase in fatal vehicle crashes in 2020. According to the Michigan State Police Criminal Justice Information Center, more than 1,000 people died as a result of traffic crashes last year, an increase of 12% compared to 2019 and […]
Like many other states, Michigan is cracking down on cell phone use while driving to make the roads safer from distracted drivers. You need to know about Michigan’s updated cell phone laws, the risks of distracted driving, and how Goodman Aker can help in the event of an auto accident caused by texting and driving. […]
You’ll never have a moment to prepare for a car accident. You’ll just be in the middle of the aftermath trying to be calm. That’s why you should know what to do long before an accident happens. At Goodman Acker, our lawyers have over 150 years of combined experience protecting all types of clients. The steps (or […]
