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Motorcycle Hit-and-Run Accident – What Every Motorcyclist in Michigan Should Know

in Fox 17, Motor Vehicle Crashes, Motorcycles

Everyone knows Michigan is a no-fault auto insurance state. Under the No-Fault Act, priorities are established that determine which insurer is responsible for paying the injured person's benefits. But, interestingly enough, motorcyclists occupy a strange place with regard to no-fault priorities in Michigan, especially when it comes to motorcycle hit-and-run accidents. Motorcycles aren't considered motor vehicles in Michigan. Therefore, they aren't required to carry no-fault coverage. Yet motorcyclists may still collect no-fault benefits if they're injured in an accident involving a motor vehicle. Order of No-Fault Priorities for Motorcyclists While the no-fault statute mandates that motorists seek benefits from their own insurer first,...

11 February

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6 Things to Know if You Are Injured in a Drunk Driving Accident

Posted by Steve and Tom Sinas

in Motor Vehicle Crashes

[vc_row triangle_shape="no"][vc_column][vc_column_text]The dangers of drinking and driving are well-known. Yet sadly, drunk driving accident rates remain far too high in the United States. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), nearly 30 people are killed in drunk driving accidents per day nationwide. And in Michigan, nearly 1/4 of all fatal accidents involve a driver who is over the legal blood-alcohol limit. While these numbers are actually down for past years, drunk driving remains one of the leading causes of motor vehicle accidents, and it is estimated that nearly one in three people will be involved in a drunk driving...

25 January

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Car Accident Without Insurance – Michigan Assigned Claims Plan

Posted by Steve and Tom Sinas

in Fox 17, Motor Vehicle Crashes

While purchasing uninsured motorist coverage is optional, it's something our Michigan auto accident attorneys highly recommend. Uninsured motorist coverage takes care of people injured in accidents with vehicles that aren't covered by a no-fault auto insurance policy. Typically, the injured person first turns to their own auto insurance policy for the payment of no-fault benefits. Sometimes, however, there are instances they would file a claim against the other driver's policy. But what happens when there isn't another policy? What happens when there's a car accident and no insurance provider to turn to at all? With roughly 21% of Michigan motorists driving...

04 December

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Drive Safe Michigan – Private Property Stop Signs and Emergency Vehicle Passing

Posted by Steve and Tom Sinas

in Motor Vehicle Crashes, Safety Information

Update: New emergency passing law goes into effect on February 13, 2019. Anyone who's taken a driver's training class knows the basic laws that govern Michigan roads. But most of us fail to keep ourselves up-to-date as these regulations change. As part of our commitment to helping Michigan residents better understand the law, we're starting Drive Safe Michigan. This campaign focuses on sharing traffic law information in an effort to improve Michigan roads and driving. Michigan car accident attorney, Steve Sinas, recently appeared on Fox 47's Morning Blend to kick off the campaign. He covered two very relevant and timely topics in the...

14 June

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Nearly Half of US 127 Accidents Linked to Young Drivers

Posted by Steve and Tom Sinas

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[vc_row triangle_shape="no"][vc_column][vc_column_text]We already know US 127 at the interchange with I-496 sees a large number of crashes each year, but taking a closer look at the main North and South roadway in Michigan, crash reports reveal one thing – young drivers contribute largely to the increased risk of a US 127 accident. Young Drivers: What we know Michigan considers young drivers anyone under the age of 24-years-old. In Michigan, once a teenager reaches the age of fourteen years, eight months old, they can begin segment one of the licensing process. Once a teen completes segments one and two, among other requirements, you...

19 April

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Another Semi-Truck Accident on US-131 at 100th St Bridge

Posted by Steve and Tom Sinas

in Motor Vehicle Crashes, Semi-Trucks

On April 6th, less than 100 days into 2018, the 100th Street bridge over northbound US-131 in the Grand Rapids area was struck by a semi-truck for the sixth time this year, officials confirmed. This area seems to be a chronic issue. On January 12th, a pair of semi-trucks struck and damaged the bridge for the first time in 2018. Multiple incidents in March at both the 100th Street bridge caused further structural damage, eventually requiring the Michigan Department of Transportation’s involvement. Finally, on April 17, MDOT announced plans for a new bridge at 100th Street and US-131 by 2020. And...

10 April

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Three Important Tips to Avoid an Accident on US-127 at I-496

Posted by Steve and Tom Sinas

in Motor Vehicle Crashes

As part of our Understanding Dangerous Roads campaign, we’ve reported before the dangers of an accident on US-127 at I-496. As one of Lansing’s main thoroughfares serving many commuters to the east side of Lansing, downtown Lansing, and city of East Lansing, this interchange sees heavy traffic throughout the day. Shifting lanes, high speeds, vehicles merging from both sides of the freeway, and poor road conditions all contribute to the dangers of this area, and unfortunately, it isn’t likely to improve any time soon. If this area is on your route, keep these tips in mind to help avoid an...

20 March

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Saginaw Broadbent Intersection – Light Installed and Operational

Posted by Steve and Tom Sinas

in Motor Vehicle Crashes

Traffic Light Installed and Operation at Saginaw Broadbent Intersection Sinas Dramis Law Firm

Efforts to Improve Safety at Dangerous Intersection Underway As part of our Understanding Dangerous Roads campaign, we highlighted the Saginaw Broadbent intersection in west Lansing last year. This area is particularly problematic and is becoming more and more dangerous due to continually increasing traffic and nearby residential and commercial building projects on the rise. Traffic Light Needed at Saginaw Broadbent Intersection In our initial assessment of the intersection, we recommended the installation of a traffic light to reduce the number of collisions. With a controlled intersection, motorists can more safely turn onto Saginaw from Broadbent, and vice versa, while fewer drivers will sit in...

20 November

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Semi-Truck Side Guards: Do They Reduce Crash Fatalities?

Posted by lmurphy

in Motor Vehicle Crashes, Safety Information, Semi-Trucks

Michigan semi-truck accident injuries can be devastating, and are often fatal. This is not only due to the sheer weight and size of the trucks, but also because smaller vehicles can slide underneath these large trucks, resulting in even more catastrophic injuries. There are, however, ways to help reduce this type of tragedy, including the use of semi-truck side guards. Right now, long-haul commercial trucks in the United States are only required to have rear under-ride guards. These devices (also called "Mansfield bars" after the death of actress Jayne Mansfield in a rear-end collision with a semi-truck) are designed to keep...

09 November

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Using An Auto Accident Case Manager? Here’s What You Need To Know

Posted by lmurphy

in Motor Vehicle Crashes

Under the no-fault law, persons who are injured in motor vehicle collisions can use the services of an auto accident case manager. Basically, a case manager helps injured individuals coordinate their medical care during their recovery. It's crucial that Michigan car accident victims understand the nuances of using an auto accident case manager. Why? Because some insurance companies lead their insureds to believe that they must use a case manager selected by the insurance carrier, or else risk jeopardizing a claim for no-fault PIP benefits. This simply is not true. Here's why. Auto Accident Case Manager Services And The No-Fault Law The services of...

Motorcycle Hit-and-Run Accident – What Every Motorcyclist in Michigan Should Know

6 Things to Know if You Are Injured in a Drunk Driving Accident

Car Accident Without Insurance – Michigan Assigned Claims Plan

Drive Safe Michigan – Private Property Stop Signs and Emergency Vehicle Passing

Nearly Half of US 127 Accidents Linked to Young Drivers

Another Semi-Truck Accident on US-131 at 100th St Bridge

Three Important Tips to Avoid an Accident on US-127 at I-496

Saginaw Broadbent Intersection – Light Installed and Operational

Semi-Truck Side Guards: Do They Reduce Crash Fatalities?

Using An Auto Accident Case Manager? Here’s What You Need To Know

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