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10 September
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Proving Negligence in School Sports Injuries

Posted by Steve and Tom Sinas
in Fox 17, In the Media
child running bases in baseball helmet

As kids return to school and try out for fall sports, it's a good time to discuss the area of sports injury law. School sports injuries fall under the broad umbrella of negligence law, but with a twist. Grand Rapids personal injury lawyer, Tom Sinas, discussed what happens if your child is hurt playing a school or organized recreational sport recently on Fox 17 “Know the Law.” While we hope that sports are always a fun, enjoyable past-time, it’s important that parents understand what happens if something does go wrong. School Sports Injuries and Negligence Law Many injuries fall under the legal...

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27 August
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Negligence Law Basics and COVID-19 Business Liability Protections

Posted by Steve and Tom Sinas
in Fox 17, In the Media, Michigan Laws
woman grocery shopping with face mask on

Special COVID-19 business liability protections have been the topic of debate recently. Many people are wondering if businesses can be held responsible if they contract the virus at an establishment. At its core, this topic touches on the basic principle of negligence law. Grand Rapids personal injury lawyer, Tom Sinas, recently sat down with Fox 17 to discuss how negligence law works currently, and the proposed changes that would provide COVID-19 business liability protections. What is Negligence Law? In order to understand these proposed COVID-19 business liability protections, one must understand the fundamentals of negligence law. In a negligence case, certain criteria...

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13 August
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Michigan Court of Appeals Weighs in on Text Message Sender Liability

Posted by Steve and Tom Sinas
in Fox 17, In the Media, Motor Vehicle Crashes
text message sender liability - asphalt road with street lights

The Michigan Court of Appeals recently issued a decision regarding texting and driving. While most everyone knows that reading text messages while driving is against Michigan law, one case recently called into question whether or not the sender of a text message can also be held responsible for an automobile collision caused by distracted driving. Grand Rapids car crash lawyer, Tom Sinas, recently discussed this unique case and the issue of text message sender liability on Fox 17 "Know the Law." State and Local Distracted Driving Laws Recap First, Tom outlines current state law, which, he admits, are likely out of tune...

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06 August
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Importance of Underinsured Motorist Coverage and Michigan’s New Auto Law

Posted by Steve and Tom Sinas
in Auto Insurance, Auto No-Fault, Fox 17, In the Media
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We recently shared our auto insurance recommendations due to the consumer options available as of July 1, 2020. In that article, we recommended purchasing significant amounts of underinsured motorist coverage (UIM). This week on Fox 17 "Know the Law," Grand Rapids car crash lawyer, Tom Sinas, further explained the importance of underinsured motorist coverage and Michigan's new auto law, including a significant shift in the system leading to our recommendation of purchasing significant amounts of UIM. Should I Purchase Underinsured Motorist Coverage? First, it's important to know that underinsured motorist coverage is not mandatory but an optional add-on to your auto insurance...

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30 June
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Motorcycles and the New Auto No-Fault Law

Posted by Steve and Tom Sinas
in Auto No-Fault, Fox 17, Motor Vehicle Crashes, Motorcycles, WLNS 6
Motorcycle handlebars riding on road

We've been talking a lot about the changes happening to Michigan's auto no-fault law. You can read all about these changes to our no-fault system here. Additionally, our firm created "Making Smart Choices" - a comprehensive guide to helping consumers make educated auto insurance decisions. Many are also wondering about motorcycles and the new auto no-fault law. This article will give you the basics. Grand Rapids Motorcycle Accident Lawyer Tom Sinas and Lansing Motorcycle Accident Lawyer Bryan Waldman both spoke to the media about the new auto insurance impacts on motorcyclists. Tom Sinas on Fox 17 "Know the Law" in West Michigan Bryan...

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25 June
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What is a Medical Lien – Health Insurance Liens and Car Accident Settlements

Posted by Steve and Tom Sinas
in Auto Insurance, Auto No-Fault, Fox 17
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If you've been injured in a car accident because of a negligent or reckless driver, you may consider pursuing a liability claim against them. But did you know that your personal health insurer might ask for reimbursement for medical expenses from that liability settlement? In a recent "Know the Law" segment, Grand Rapids car crash lawyer, Tom Sinas, answers the question "what is a medical lien?", explaining how health insurance liens and car accident settlements work. What is a Medical Lien? To understand health insurance liens, you must first understand how personal injury claims work. When a person is injured, their health...

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21 May
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Michigan Auto Insurance Changes – What Buyers Need to Know

Posted by Steve and Tom Sinas
in Auto Insurance, Auto No-Fault, Fox 17
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Join Grand Rapids auto accident attorney, Tom Sinas, in this Fox 17 "Know the Law" special series highlighting the Michigan auto insurance changes and new purchasing decisions. By now, almost everyone in Michigan knows that our state's auto insurance law was reformed last year. The reform introduced vast and sweeping changes to the system as we know it. Many of those changes, however, haven't impacted consumers yet, but are about to do so. For auto insurance policies renewing after July 1, 2020, consumers will need to make these new purchasing decisions. In the weeks ahead, Tom Sinas will cover many of the...

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21 April
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Insurer Flexibility During COVID-19 – DIFS Encourages Premium Payment Grace Period

Posted by Steve and Tom Sinas
in Auto Insurance, Fox 17

Authored by Lansing car accident attorney, Kevin Komar By now, you may be feeling the pinch and possible insecurity in your short-term finances. As one of the household's largest monthly bills, you may be worried about paying your automobile insurance premium right now, in particular. To add further insult to injury, under the current "Stay Home, Stay Safe" order, many Michigan families and small businesses aren't even using those vehicles right now. Many are asking "why pay for insurance on something I can't even use?" This is especially true for those whose finances are uncertain or whose small businesses have had...

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10 April
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Recent DIFS Bulletin Further Clarifies Insurance Industry Requirements During COVID-19

Posted by Steve and Tom Sinas
in Announcements, Fox 17
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In response to the COVID-19 pandemic and Governor Whitmer’s shelter-in-place order many Michigan businesses and industries around the State are temporarily shut down and operations suspended. However, one industry that must continue operations is the insurance industry. Pursuant to Governor Whitmer’s shelter-in-place order, workers in the insurance industry are designated as “critical infrastructure workers.” Therefore, they are exempt from this order. Insurance industry workers may continue in-person work operations to the extent that such work cannot be done at home. On Thursday, April 9, 2020, Whitmer declared an extension of the original shelter-in-place order to April 30, 2020. The extension is formally...

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24 September
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Michigan Speed Limit Laws – How to Handle Roadways with no Posted Signs

Posted by Steve and Tom Sinas
in Fox 17
black and white speedometer with "michigan speed limit laws" over it

Millions of people drive on Michigan roads every day. However, some areas don't have posted speeds. What do drivers do? Tom Sinas, Grand Rapids auto accident attorney, recently appeared on Fox 17’s Know the Law to explain everything you need to know about Michigan speed limit laws, and you might be surprised to learn they aren't necessarily as straightforward as you may think. Michigan's General Speed Limit Law In a recent Court of Appeals case, State v. Owen, an officer pulled over the defendant for what the officer claimed was speeding. The defendant was driving 55 mph, and the officer thought the...

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