Driving without insurance is against the law in Michigan. There are several different provisions under Michigan law that requires owners or registrants of vehicles to purchase and maintain insurance. The penalties range from being a civil infraction to a criminal misdemeanor. However, the largest ramifications are not criminal, but what can happen if you are…
DetailsWhy is Auto Insurance So Expensive? Michigan’s average annual Premium for 2018 was $2,394 which is $1,076 higher than the national average. This seems like an exorbitant amount of money to pay for insurance, but really those costs are born out of the practical setup of Michigan’s no-fault insurance scheme. Reasons for the Higher Costs…
DetailsNo one plans on getting into a car accident, but when it happens it can be devastating – causing serious mental and physical injury. If you are lucky, you can get off with a few months of therapy or if not, you could find yourself spending years in the hospital corridors. If your injuries are…
DetailsWinter weather is known to create dangerous roadway conditions that anyone, including highly experienced motorists, can have difficulties driving through. Data from the United States Department of Transportation’s Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) shows that the accidents associated with ice and snow cause over 1,300 deaths each year and more than 116,800 injuries per year. If…
DetailsSeveral states frown upon the idea of driving with a suspended or revoked driver’s license and the punishment can be steep depending on the facts of the case. However, in certain cases, hiring the best automotive accident attorney in Lansing can prove beneficial to the overall outcome of the case as he or she may…
DetailsTragedies such as truck accidents are bound to strike at unexpected times thus leaving the victim in shock. In most cases, truck accidents are common for those who travel the nation’s roadway and there seem to be no better way to protect against this tragedy. Taking into consideration the extent of damage that may arise…
DetailsThe pedestrian-auto accident rate has grown over the years. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 5,376 pedestrians were killed in vehicle accidents during 2015 alone and 129,000 more were treated in emergency departments for non-fatal injuries. Because of the increasing accident rate, there is the need to ensure that you are properly…
DetailsLaw Student Nikalus A. Sheridan Wins Our 5th Annual Legal Scholarship for 2018 Nikalus Sheridan’s excellent performance at Grand Valley State University and inspiring essay stood out from the rest of the applicants. Even he admitted that his ” passion for law began in a time and place much different than those from which I…
DetailsUnfortunately, auto insurance companies are looking for any way possible to pay less when settling a car accident lawsuit. They are looking to make a profit just like every other business out there. Insurance company adjusters and insurance lawyers are looking for you to make a mistake, so they don’t have to pay out a…
DetailsMillions of Americans have been looking forward to this 4th of July week all year for the celebratory fireworks, lakeside fun, boating, and barbeques. Unfortunately, this summer holiday is also the most dangerous holiday when it comes to safety. A study conducted by the National Safety Council concluded that the deadliest month in the US…
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