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23 April
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Reduce the Risk of Michigan Car Accidents by Staying Focused While Driving

Posted by Dana Lawrence
in Accidents, Injuries, Michigan Laws, Motor Vehicle Crashes, Safety Information
prevent Michigan car accidents by avoiding distracted driving

We’ve all been there. Your phone buzzes. A song needs skipping. Your coffee spills. Distracted driving happens faster than you think, but the consequences of a Michigan car accident can last forever. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, more than 3,000 lives were lost and an estimated additional 424,000 people in the United States were injured in car accidents involving distracted drivers in 2023. That same year, a total of 15,136 crashes occurred in Michigan involving a distracted driver; 56% of those crashes resulted in a fatality. It’s interesting to note that the top five counties in our state...

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22 April
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Legal Claims After Death Due to Car Accident: What Families Need to Know

Posted by Dana Lawrence
in Accidents, Auto Insurance, Auto No-Fault, Motor Vehicle Crashes, Wrongful Death
legal claims after death due to a car accident

At Sinas Dramis Law Firm, we understand that losing a loved one in a car crash is an unthinkable tragedy. For over 70 years, our firm has stood beside Michigan families, helping them navigate the emotional and legal challenges that follow. If your loved one died due to someone else’s negligence or wrongdoing behind the wheel, it’s important to understand your rights under Michigan law regarding legal claims after death due to a car accident. Why Understanding Your Legal Rights Matters Motor vehicle fatalities are more common than most people realize. In 2022 alone, more than 42,000 people lost their lives in...

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03 April
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Stephen Sinas Wins $950,000 Jury Verdict: Compensation for Losses Due to Injury in a Lansing Car Accident

Posted by Dana Lawrence
in Accidents, Injuries, Motor Vehicle Crashes, Results
Stephen Sinas, Lansing car accident attorney, secures compensation for client injured in a Lansing car accident

Stephen Sinas, Lansing auto accident attorney and shareholder at Sinas Dramis Law Firm, recently won $950,000 in compensation for losses a client suffered due to injuries in a Lansing auto accident. The auto negligence case, brought before the Ingham County Circuit Court, was against the at-fault driver and vehicle owner. The $950,000 jury verdict was more than seven times the $125,000 settlement the defense offered before trial. This was the result of Steve’s thorough presentation of what the client endured following the accident and how it altered his daily life and physical abilities. The Case for Compensation The client’s main injury was a...

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27 March
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Request to Admit – Not Your Average Discovery Tool

Posted by Dana Lawrence
in Accidents, Auto Insurance, Michigan Laws, Uncategorized
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Let’s be honest about it: no one likes written discovery in civil cases. Practitioners and judges are too familiar with the months-long effort that amounts to stacks of paper full of objections and little substantive information. Thus, it is easy to lump all written discovery into one unsavory group. But requests for admissions under MCR 2.312 are different for two key reasons. Admission or Denial First, requests to admit force one party to either admit or deny a fact or conclusion. As MCR 2.312(A) states: “A party may serve on another party a written request for the admission of the truth of...

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04 February
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Michigan Car Accident Legal Rights – The Top Ten Things Injured People Need to Know

Posted by Adam Fisher
in Accidents, Motor Vehicle Crashes
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Key Takeaways: Understanding your Michigan car accident legal rights is vital if you're injured in a crash. This blog authored by Lansing car accident lawyer and Sinas Dramis Law Firm partner Stephen Sinas, will explain some of the most important things Michigan motorists need to understand, in the unfortunate event of a motor vehicle crash. You must know what no-fault PIP benefits are; You must know how much no-fault allowable expense benefit coverage is available to you; You must know if your no-fault allowable expense benefit coverage is “coordinated” or “uncoordinated”; Your home care can be paid by no-fault insurance, but...

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22 August
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Understanding Michigan’s Statute of Limitations for Personal Injury Claims: Key Deadlines and Exceptions

Posted by Adam Fisher
in Accidents, Motor Vehicle Crashes

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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15 August
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Improving Safety for Cyclists in West Michigan: The Role of Bike Traffic Lights

Posted by Adam Fisher
in Accidents, Injuries, Safety Information
Bike Traffic Lights

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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28 June
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Michigan Auto Accident Attorneys Stephen Sinas and Kevin Komar Obtain Jury Verdict Leading to $2.8 Million Judgment Against Auto Insurance Company

Posted by Adam Fisher
in Accidents, Auto No-Fault, Motor Vehicle Crashes

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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12 July
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Importance of Bicyclist Safety and Legal Rights in Michigan

Posted by Adam Fisher
in Accidents, Motor Vehicle Crashes
The rights and safety of bicyclists

When Summer begins in Michigan, and the popularity of bicycling is on the rise, unfortunately so does the number of accidents involving motor vehicles and cyclists in Michigan. When a bike is involved in a crash with a motor vehicle, it often results in severe injuries or death. This tragic fact highlights the need to understand the importance of bicyclist safety and legal rights in Michigan. ...

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