27 February

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

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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...

22 November

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US-127 Corridor Improvements: Enhancing Road Safety and Efficiency

Posted by Adam Fisher

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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...

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

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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....

01 April

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Sexual Assault Awareness Month – History, Involvement, & Resources

Posted by Steve and Tom Sinas

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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...

08 February

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Distracted Driving Michigan – Where We’re At, Where We’re (Hopefully) Going

Posted by Steve and Tom Sinas

in Fox 17, Michigan Laws, Motor Vehicle Crashes, Safety Information

This article provides an overview of Michigan's current distracted driving laws, as well as the proposed bills to strengthen those laws and protect the people of Michigan....

25 January

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Michigan Snowmobile Laws – Keeping Riders Safe This Winter

Posted by Steve and Tom Sinas

in Fox 17, Safety Information, WLNS 6

Snowmobiling is big in Michigan - this article explains the laws in our state surrounding the sport as well as additional safety tips....

13 January

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What are the Laws Pertaining to Skiing in Michigan?

Posted by Steve and Tom Sinas

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Michigan has enacted certain laws to keep skiers safe and set forth rules skiers and ski hills must follow in order to skiers safe....

18 December

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Do’s and Don’ts of Social Media After a Car Accident

Posted by Steve and Tom Sinas

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While social media platforms are a popular way to share our daily lives with friends and family, they can also pose a danger to your auto accident injury claim. Posting about damage to your vehicle, the injuries you sustained or venting about the accident being "the other driver's fault" might seem trivial, but please take a moment to read this article and consider the many ramifications that may unfold because of those posts. As Michigan auto accident attorneys, we always suggest victims of car accidents to refrain from publicly commenting on their crash, especially on social media. Your "highlights reel"...

17 November

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Click it or Ticket – What is the Seat Belt Law in Michigan?

Posted by Steve and Tom Sinas

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It should come as no surprise to learn that study upon study show that seat belts save lives. In fact, 39% of victims killed in motor vehicle collisions last year were not wearing their seat belt, and car crashes are sadly the leading cause of death in children ages 1-13. The Michigan State Police have found that wearing a seat belt reduces the risk of fatal injury to front-row occupants of a vehicle by 45% and keeps passengers secure within the vehicle during a collision. In efforts to improve safety, the MSP run an annual seat belt enforcement period, commonly...

10 November

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Winter Driving Tips – Sharing the Road with Semi-Trucks

Posted by Steve and Tom Sinas

in Motor Vehicle Crashes, Safety Information, Semi-Trucks

As the temperatures continue to drop, it is becoming even more apparent that winter weather is on the way. While winter weather means holidays, bundling up by the fire, and crisp white snow, it also signals dangerous roadways. In particular, winter weather can produce dangerous conditions such as low visibility, icy roads, high winds, and potholes. These conditions can cause accidents, injuries, and even death in some cases. However, semi-trucks are a lesser-known danger on winter roads that can cause just as much damage or more. Due to the size and visibility issues associated with semi-trucks, drivers sharing the road...

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

US-127 Corridor Improvements: Enhancing Road Safety and Efficiency

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

Sexual Assault Awareness Month – History, Involvement, & Resources

Distracted Driving Michigan – Where We’re At, Where We’re (Hopefully) Going

Michigan Snowmobile Laws – Keeping Riders Safe This Winter

What are the Laws Pertaining to Skiing in Michigan?

Do’s and Don’ts of Social Media After a Car Accident

Click it or Ticket – What is the Seat Belt Law in Michigan?

Winter Driving Tips – Sharing the Road with Semi-Trucks

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