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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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01 April
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New Laws Seek to Protect Michigan Children Involved in Car Accidents

Posted by Dana Lawrence
in Michigan Laws, Motor Vehicle Crashes, Safety Information
child car passenger safety

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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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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27 February
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UPDATE: US-127 Improvements to Impact Lansing Navigation Starting Early March

Posted by Adam Fisher
in Announcements, Community, Safety Information
Northbound US 127 Closure

Sinas Dramis Law Firm recently reported about US-127 Corridor Improvements: Enhancing Road Safety and Efficiency detailing the timeline of the major project, and some of the key things the project is aimed at accomplishing. In our effort to keep Lansing motorists and those who may visit informed, we're providing an update on the next phase of that road construction project, that will create major route changes for many motorists who travel on US-127 over the next two years. What is Happening During the Next Phase of the Project? Over the next couple of years, this project will make several changes to US-127...

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22 November
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US-127 Corridor Improvements: Enhancing Road Safety and Efficiency

Posted by Adam Fisher
in Community, Safety Information

If you've spent time driving around Lansing, you've likely seen construction underway on the US-127 / I-496 Corridor. In a major infrastructure push, the Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) kicked off the US-127 Corridor Improvement project in the Spring of 2023. This initiative, running through Spring 2026, aims to significantly enhance the safety, efficiency, and overall functionality of the US-127/I-496 corridor in Ingham & Clinton Counties. According to the state, this project is not just a road improvement plan; it's a step towards a safer, smoother, and more efficient future for Lansing area Michigan's road users. The Project Scope and Timeline The...

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15 November
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Michigan Winter is Near | Prepare and Know Local Snow Removal Ordinances in Lansing and Grand Rapids

Posted by Adam Fisher
in Michigan Laws, Safety Information
Snow on Lansing, Michigan capital sidewalk

In Michigan, there’s no telling when the first storm will cover the state in Snow and Ice, but as temperatures drop in October and November, it’s only a matter of time. Unfortunately, it’s not until that first bout of winter weather that people often wonder about snow removal laws, and what they’re required to do at and around their homes. In the text below Sinas Dramis Law Firm has you covered with a refresher of local snow removal ordinances in Lansing and Grand Rapids....

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01 April
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Sexual Assault Awareness Month – History, Involvement, & Resources

Posted by Steve and Tom Sinas
in Safety Information, Sexual Assault
April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month

The topic of sexual assault is everywhere in the news lately. Society is moving toward open discussion and meaningful conversation regarding this rampant issue. Nationwide, 81% of women and 43% of men reported experiencing some form of sexual harassment and/or assault in their lifetime, showing that this conversation is long overdue. Part of the solution to altering these grim statistics is keeping the discussion alive and in the public spotlight. Sexual Assault Awareness Month (SAAM) focuses on doing just that. In honor of those affected by sexual assault, here's a brief history of SAAM, ways to get involved in the...

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