Request to Admit – Not Your Average Discovery Tool

in Accidents, Auto Insurance, Michigan Laws, Uncategorized

Let’s be honest about it: no one likes written discovery in civil cases. Practitioners and judges are too familiar with the months-long effort that amounts to stacks of paper full of objections and little substantive information. Thus, it is easy to lump all written discovery into one unsavory group. But requests for admissions under MCR 2.312 are different for two key reasons. Admission or Denial First, requests to admit force one party to either admit or deny a fact or conclusion. As MCR 2.312(A) states: “A party may serve on another party a written request for the admission of the truth of...

22 May

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Sinas Dramis Achieves Historic $4.6 Million Wrongful Death Verdict for a Very Special Person

Posted by Adam Fisher

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A team at Sinas Dramis Law Firm, led by shareholder Tom Sinas, proudly announces a remarkable and historic achievement of an approximate $4.6 million jury verdict in St. Joseph County on behalf of a truly exceptional individual. In the world of personal injury litigation, it is no secret that few cases ever see the inside of a courtroom, as many cases settle before a jury is selected and, in some cases, before an official lawsuit is filed. However, like most things in life, one size does not fit all, and sometimes a case must go the full distance for justice...

17 January

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Impaired Driving: A Persistent Threat on Michigan Roads

Posted by Adam Fisher

in Motor Vehicle Crashes, Uncategorized

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...

02 August

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Determining Who’s At-Fault in a Michigan Car Crash

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Determining who's at-fault in a Michigan Car Crash

ar accidents can disrupt lives in an instant, leaving victims with not only physical injuries but also legal complexities to unravel. As a dedicated plaintiff personal injury law firm, this blog will attempt to shed light on the intricate world of determining who's at-fault in a Michigan car crash. We’ll dive deep into the legal implications for at-fault drivers, the power of the civil court in seeking justice, and the importance of legal expertise following a car crash in Michigan....

06 June

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Michigan Wrongful Death Claims: Seeking Justice When Another Family Member is Negligent

Posted by Adam Fisher

in Uncategorized, Wrongful Death

Losing a loved one is an incredibly painful experience regardless of how it happens, and it's even more difficult when the negligence of another family member is involved. In these types of situations, the family might ask themselves, do we have any legal recourse? It's a sensitive and challenging topic to discuss, but just because someone dies as a result of another family member's negligence, it doesn't mean there is no legal claim. With this blog, Sinas Dramis Law Firm will explain Michigan wrongful death claims involving family, when a family member is at fault and the legal options available....

16 May

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Katie Tucker Only Lansing Personal Injury Attorney Recognized on Leading Michigan Women Lawyers List

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Sinas Dramis Law Firm is thrilled to recognize firm partner Katie Trucker, for being the only personal injury representative from the Lansing area to be acknowledged on the prestigious Leading Michigan Women Lawyers list. This recognition by Leading Lawyers is a further acknowledgment of her unwavering commitment to providing exceptional legal services and advocating tirelessly for her clients. The Leading Women Lawyers list stands as a testament to the outstanding contributions and exemplary legal acumen demonstrated by women attorneys across the country. Katie’s inclusion in this esteemed group highlights her exceptional skill set, professionalism, and dedication to her clients. Less than...

18 April

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