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

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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New Laws Seek to Protect Michigan Children Involved in Car Accidents

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The Sinas Dramis Law Firm is well aware of the life-changing dangers that car accidents pose to children. Unfortunately, we’ve witnessed one too many times the increased severity of an injury when a child was not properly secured in a car seat or booster seat. That’s why we applaud Michigan for instituting the new child passenger safety laws taking effect in our state on April 2, 2025. These laws are an important step in improving safety standards and reducing the risk of injury and death of Michigan children involved in car accidents....

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The Importance of Uninsured and Underinsured Motorist Coverage in Michigan

Car accidents are stressful and traumatic enough—but what happens if the at-fault driver has no insurance or doesn’t have enough coverage to fully compensate you for your injuries? Unfortunately, this is a common problem in Michigan. That’s why uninsured motorist (UM) and underinsured motorist (UIM) coverage are critical protections that every driver should consider adding to their auto insurance policy. What Is Uninsured and Underinsured Motorist Coverage? Uninsured motorist (UM) coverage and underinsured motorist (UIM) coverage are optional insurance coverages that protect you if you are injured in a crash caused by a driver who either: Has no insurance at all (uninsured...

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

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

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

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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Impaired Driving: A Persistent Threat on Michigan Roads

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As a personal injury law firm deeply concerned about the impact of impaired driving in Michigan, we at Sinas Dramis Law Firm are compelled to address the alarming statistics recently reported by MLive. According to the annual drunk driving audit completed by Michigan State Police in 2023, in 2022, the state witnessed an unsettling trend: about 40% of fatal vehicle crashes involved alcohol and/or drug impairment. This troubling figure translates to 454 lives lost and over 6,000 injuries in just one year, highlighting the dire consequences of impaired driving. These numbers aren't just statistics; they represent real people whose lives...

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West Michigan Drivers Lead the State in Distracted Driving Crashes

As a dedicated Grand Rapids Car Accident Law Firm, our commitment to road safety is unwavering. Distracted driving is a pressing issue that affects countless lives every year. Recent data reported from MLive.com based on statistics by Michigan State Police, sheds light on the concerning statistics surrounding distracted-driving crashes in West Michigan throughout 2022....

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