How much does it cost to hire a personal injury lawyer? For personal injury cases, most attorneys work under a contingency fee agreement....
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So to be clear, when answering the question, "Can I file a lawsuit after I was injured in a motor vehicle crash?" the answer is it depends on your situation, and you should explore your options....
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What is the state-mandated minimum amount of auto liability insurance coverage? This is a common question across the country that should be easy to answer. And before July 2020, the answer for Michigan was relatively straightforward: $20,000 per person/$40,000 per person. The answer to this question matters not only to the insurance buying public, but also to practitioners, even those dealing with insurance policies containing higher limits. Why? Because there have always been exclusions in auto insurance policies that permit an insurer to reduce its stated coverage to the state-mandated minimum. The most common situations involve intentionally caused injury, failure to...
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Key Takeaways Statute of Limitations: In Michigan, the general statute of limitations for personal injury claims is three years from the date of injury. Exceptions: Special circumstances, such as cases involving minors may alter the timeframe. Motor Vehicle Crashes: Personal injury claims resulting from motor vehicle crashes while adhering to the general Michigan personal injury Statute of Limitations, have additional considerations. Urgency: Filing within the legal timeframe is crucial to preserving your right to compensation What Is the Statute of Limitations for Personal Injury Claims in Michigan? The statute of limitations for personal injury claims in Michigan is typically three years from...
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We are proud to announce that George Sinas, Managing Partner at Sinas Dramis Law Firm, has been named the 2025 “Lawyer of the Year” in the specialty of Personal Injury Litigation – Plaintiffs, for the Lansing, Michigan region by Best Lawyers. This marks another significant achievement in George’s distinguished career. With over 35 years of experience, George has become a leading authority on Michigan’s no-fault law and has represented numerous clients in complex and high-stakes personal injury cases. His career is highlighted by numerous million-dollar-plus judgments and settlements show his dedication to those wrongfully injured in Michigan , while his...
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In recent years, West Michigan cities like Grand Rapids and Kalamazoo have been taking significant steps to enhance cyclist safety. With growing concerns over the dangers that cyclists face in busy downtown areas, these cities are introducing bike traffic lights as a crucial measure to protect riders and encourage more people to take to their bikes. Addressing Cyclist Safety in Busy Intersections According to WOOD-TV 8 News, In Grand Rapids, the intersection of Leonard Street NW and Turner Avenue NW has been identified as a high-risk area for cyclists. This intersection sees heavy traffic flow due to its proximity to the highway,...
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In the latest 2024 edition of Michigan Super Lawyers magazine, Sinas Dramis Law Firm shines and has once again solidified its standing as a legal powerhouse in Michigan....
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Sinas Dramis Law Firm attorneys, Stephen Sinas and Kevin Komar obtained a jury verdict leading to a $2.8 million judgment against a no-fault insurance company, that wrongfully denied no-fault benefits to a person who sustained severe and ultimately fatal injuries in a motor vehicle accident. The verdict was rendered in the case of Estate of Kevin Lindsey, et al v Esurance Insurance, which, after a trip to the Court of Appeals in 2021, has been pending in the Ingham County Circuit Court since 2017. During the week-long trial, Michigan auto accident attorneys Stephen Sinas and Kevin Komar worked together to...
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Sinas Dramis is proud to congratulate Grand Rapids personal injury attorney Brian Lawson on his election to the Grand Rapids Bar Association Board of Trustees. Brian was elected in April of 2024, and it will be his second tenure serving on the association board as a trustee. Brian, who joined Sinas Dramis in 2022, boasts over 30 years of legal experience in West Michigan. His career includes significant roles at Drew, Cooper, and Anding, where he was a partner, and Rhoades McKee, where he served as Litigation Group Chair. His practice spans various aspects of personal injury law, including product liability,...
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A team at Sinas Dramis Law Firm, led by shareholder Tom Sinas secured a historic $4.6 million wrongful death jury verdict in St. Joseph County after taking a case all the way to trial - an outcome that reflects not only the devastating loss suffered by the family, but also the importance of accountability under Michigan wrongful death law when negligence takes a life. The verdict stands as a powerful reminder that some cases require full courtroom advocacy to achieve justice. A Case That Had to Be Tried In today’s personal injury system, many cases resolve before a jury is ever selected....
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