Lansing’s Leader in Personal Injury Law Since 1951
When an unexpected accident causes a serious injury, you may be left facing medical bills, missed work, insurance questions and uncertainty about what comes next. Understanding your legal options can help you make informed decisions about your recovery and your family’s future.
At Sinas Dramis Law Firm, our Lansing personal injury attorneys represent people who have been injured because of someone else’s negligence. Founded in Lansing in 1951, our firm has a longstanding commitment to representing injured people throughout Mid-Michigan and across the state.
Whether you were injured in a car crash on I-496, a truck collision on US-127, a motorcycle accident or another incident, we can help you understand the legal issues that may affect your case and the options available to you.
Contact our Lansing office to request a free consultation.
Quick Answers About Lansing Personal Injury Claims
Do I need a personal injury lawyer after an accident in Lansing?
You may benefit from speaking with a personal injury lawyer if you suffered significant injuries, missed work, face insurance disputes or have questions about who may be responsible. An attorney can explain the legal issues that may apply and help you understand your options. Whether representation makes sense depends on the circumstances of your case.
How long do I have to file a personal injury lawsuit in Michigan?
The deadline depends on the type of claim and the circumstances. Many Michigan personal injury lawsuits are subject to a three-year limitations period, but exceptions and different deadlines can apply. Claims involving government entities, insurance benefits and other specific circumstances may have different requirements. Seek legal advice promptly rather than assuming you have three years.
What compensation may be available after a personal injury?
Depending on the type of claim, available compensation may include medical expenses, lost income, future care costs, pain and suffering, and other legally recoverable losses. Auto accident claims may also involve personal protection insurance (PIP) benefits under Michigan’s no-fault system. The compensation available depends on the facts, applicable law and insurance coverage.
How much does a Lansing personal injury lawyer cost?
Sinas Dramis Law Firm offers a free initial case evaluation. The firm handles many personal injury matters on a contingency fee basis, under which the attorney’s fee depends on the outcome of the case. The fee agreement explains the applicable terms, including how case expenses are handled. Ask about these details before entering into a representation agreement.
What Should You Do After an Accident in Lansing?
The steps you take after an accident can help protect your health, document what happened and preserve important information.
1. Seek appropriate medical care. Your health comes first. Get emergency care when necessary and follow your healthcare provider’s recommendations. Some injuries may not be immediately apparent.
2. Document what happened. When it is safe to do so, preserve photographs, witness information, accident reports and other relevant records. Keep copies of medical bills and documentation of time missed from work.
3. Be careful with insurance communications. Report the accident as required by your policy and applicable law. Review requests for statements, releases or settlement agreements carefully, especially if the extent of your injuries is not yet clear.
4. Pay attention to deadlines. Michigan auto insurance benefits and personal injury lawsuits may be subject to different notice, application and filing requirements. Do not assume that one deadline applies to every part of your case.
5. Get legal guidance when you have questions. If you suffered significant injuries, face an insurance dispute or are unsure about your rights, an attorney can help you understand your options.
You do not need to know every legal detail before asking questions. A case evaluation can help you determine what information may be important to your situation.
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Lansing’s Leader in Personal Injury Law for Over 75 Years
Personal Injury Cases We Handle in Lansing
Sinas Dramis Law Firm represents people injured in a wide range of accidents throughout Lansing and Mid-Michigan. Explore our dedicated pages below to learn more about the types of cases we handle, the legal issues that may affect your claim, and how our attorneys can help.
Lansing Car Accident Lawyers
Car accidents can leave injured people facing medical expenses, lost income and complicated insurance questions. Our attorneys help clients navigate Michigan’s no-fault insurance system, evaluate potential claims and understand their options after a serious crash.
Lansing Truck and Semi-Truck Accident Lawyers
Commercial truck accidents can involve catastrophic injuries, complex investigations and multiple potentially responsible parties. Our attorneys handle serious trucking cases and help injured people understand their options for pursuing compensation.
Bicycle Accidents and Other Personal Injury Cases
We also represent people injured in bicycle crashes, pedestrian accidents, slip and falls, dog bites, sexual assault and other serious injury matters. The legal options available depend on the circumstances of the incident and the applicable law.
Lansing Wrongful Death Lawyers
When someone dies because of another party’s negligence or wrongful conduct, eligible family members and the estate may have legal rights. Our attorneys help families understand the wrongful death claims process and pursue appropriate legal remedies.
Lansing Motorcycle Accident Lawyers
Motorcycle crashes can cause life-changing injuries and raise complicated questions about insurance coverage, liability and compensation. We help injured riders understand their legal options under Michigan law.
Lansing Personal Injury Case Results
Sinas Dramis Law Firm has represented clients in serious injury matters involving motor vehicle collisions and other complex legal issues. The following results illustrate the types of cases the firm has handled.
$2,500,000 Settlement – Lansing Semi-Truck Accident
The firm obtained a settlement in a commercial truck collision involving a 19-year-old woman who sustained a severe traumatic brain injury and multiple fractures.
$2,770,000 Settlement – Ingham County Highway Defect
The firm obtained a settlement involving a highway defect in a construction zone that caused a motorcyclist to sustain a catastrophic spinal cord injury. The individual later died from injury-related complications.
Past results depend on the specific facts and legal circumstances of each case and do not guarantee or predict a similar outcome in another matter. Every claim is different.
Why Choose Sinas Dramis Law Firm for a Lansing Injury Case?
Choosing a personal injury lawyer is an important decision. You deserve clear information about your legal options, the process ahead and the people who will be handling your case.
Serving Lansing Since 1951
Sinas Dramis Law Firm was founded in Lansing in 1951. Our history reflects a longstanding commitment to representing injured people and developing deep experience in Michigan personal injury law.
Experience With Michigan Auto No-Fault Law
Michigan’s auto no-fault system can raise complicated questions about PIP benefits, medical expenses, wage loss, insurance coverage and claims against at-fault drivers. Our attorneys have extensive experience with Michigan auto no-fault law and related personal injury litigation.
Representation for Serious and Complex Injuries
Our firm handles a broad range of injury matters, from motor vehicle crashes to catastrophic injuries and wrongful death claims. We evaluate each case on its facts and work to help clients understand the legal options available to them.
A Client-Focused Approach
An injury affects more than a legal claim. It can affect your family, work, finances and day-to-day life. We aim to provide clear communication, careful case evaluation and guidance throughout the legal process.
A Lansing Office Serving Mid-Michigan
Our Lansing office provides a local point of contact for injured people and families in Lansing, Ingham County and surrounding Mid-Michigan communities. With additional offices elsewhere in Michigan, our firm serves clients across the state.
Meet Our Lansing Personal Injury Attorneys
The attorneys at Sinas Dramis Law Firm bring experience in personal injury litigation, auto no-fault law and advocacy for injured people throughout Michigan.
Learn more about the attorneys who serve clients through our Lansing office:
George T. Sinas: Decades of experience representing seriously injured people throughout Michigan, with particular expertise in personal injury litigation and Michigan auto no-fault law. His work includes significant litigation, legal education, and advocacy for the rights of accident victims.
James F. Graves: Represents injured people and families in complex personal injury and wrongful death cases in Michigan and Illinois. His experience includes high-profile aviation litigation and cases involving sexual abuse, along with teaching and mentoring future attorneys.
Stephen H. Sinas: Represents people seriously injured in car, truck, motorcycle, and bicycle crashes. He also handles Michigan auto no-fault insurance disputes and teaches Michigan Auto No-Fault Insurance Law at Michigan State University College of Law.
Katie E. Tucker: Represents people injured in motor vehicle crashes and slip-and-fall incidents, including those with serious injuries. She also leads the firm’s No-Fault Medical Provider Practice Group, helping healthcare providers recover unpaid insurance benefits under Michigan law.
Bryan J. Waldman: Leading Michigan personal injury attorney whose practice includes serious auto, truck, motorcycle, and bicycle accident cases. As president of Sinas Dramis Law Firm, he also advocates for injured cyclists and educates others about Michigan personal injury and auto no-fault law.
Joel T. Finnell: Focuses on appellate law, representing clients before Michigan’s Court of Appeals and Supreme Court. His work includes complex legal issues involving auto no-fault insurance, serious injuries, and wrongful death, providing the firm with specialized appellate experience in challenging personal injury cases.
Lauren E. Kissel: Handles car and bicycle crashes, traumatic brain injuries, sexual assault claims, and Michigan no-fault insurance disputes. She also works with the firm’s Michigan Bicycle Law team to protect injured cyclists’ rights throughout the state.
Kevin Z. Komar: Has practiced personal injury law since 2000, helping injured people pursue compensation and Michigan auto no-fault benefits. His experience also includes wrongful death, construction accidents, medical malpractice, and premises liability, with a focus on giving every client’s case careful attention.
Kelly A. Todd: Focuses on auto negligence and Michigan auto no-fault insurance disputes. Drawing on experience representing both plaintiffs and defendants, she helps injured people and medical providers challenge denied claims and pursue the benefits and compensation available under the law.
Max Waldman: Represents people throughout Michigan who have been injured in car, bicycle, pedestrian, and motorcycle accidents, as well as dog bite and wrongful death cases. He takes a client-focused approach, working to understand how an injury affects each person’s life and communicate those losses effectively.
Frequently Asked Questions About Personal Injury Law in Lansing
What if I was partially at fault for an accident in Michigan?
Being partly responsible for an accident does not automatically mean you cannot recover compensation. Michigan’s comparative fault rules may affect the amount available in certain claims, and the rules can differ depending on the type of case. Auto accident claims may also involve separate statutory requirements. An attorney can explain how the facts may affect your claim.
What if the insurance company offers me a quick settlement?
Before accepting a settlement, make sure you understand what it covers, what rights you may be giving up and whether future medical needs or other losses have been considered. A settlement may be final for the claims it resolves. If you have questions about an offer, consider obtaining legal advice before signing a release.
What if my injuries get worse after the accident?
Some injuries develop or become more apparent over time. Seek medical evaluation when symptoms change and keep records of your treatment and limitations. If you have an unresolved legal claim, worsening symptoms may affect how the injury and its consequences are evaluated. Deadlines still matter, so do not wait to get advice.
Will my personal injury case go to trial?
Not every personal injury case goes to trial. Some resolve through settlement, while others require litigation and potentially a trial when liability, damages or other issues remain disputed. The outcome and timeline depend on the circumstances of the case.
How long does a personal injury case take?
The timeline varies based on the severity of the injuries, the course of medical treatment, the complexity of liability, insurance issues and whether litigation is necessary. Some cases resolve relatively quickly, while others take considerably longer. There is no single timeline that applies to every claim.
Can I speak with a lawyer before deciding whether to pursue a claim?
Yes. Sinas Dramis Law Firm offers a free initial case evaluation. You can explain what happened, ask questions and discuss potential legal options without committing to pursue a claim simply by requesting an evaluation.
Contact Our Lansing Personal Injury Law Firm
If you or someone you love has been injured because of another person’s negligence, Sinas Dramis Law Firm can help you understand the legal issues that may affect your situation and discuss potential next steps.
Our Lansing office serves clients in Lansing and surrounding Mid-Michigan communities.
Contact us to request a free consultation and discuss your potential legal options.
