The effectiveness of a helmet in a motorcycle accident is known to be significant. While wearing a helmet is no guarantee of safety, it is important to note that head injuries account for most fatalities in motorcycle accidents and the use of a helmet is likely to result in less serious injuries to the head.…
DetailsUber, Lyft and other companies that perform a similar function of ridesharing have become more popular, especially in the past year. The industry as a whole is emerging a popular option given the exorbitant prices that rental companies routinely charge. While some worry the problem with these companies will be more traffic, another significant concern…
DetailsWhether it is for an emergency or an errand, we have all been in the situation where a friend or family member is in need of a vehicle. And unfortunately, sometimes these borrowers get into an accident, either by being negligent, or through no fault of their own. It is extremely important to understand how…
DetailsThe use of bicycles and motorcycles on the roadways has become more prominent in recent years. The reason for this increase may, in fact, be due to rising gas prices and the fitness trend. Unfortunately, as a result of this, the number of accidents involving motorcycles or bicycles are becoming higher each year. Nathan Bowers…
DetailsThe scene of an automobile or motorcycle accident is terrifying and chaotic. Most people think they know the steps to take after an accident, but applying them when your stress level and adrenaline is high is a different matter entirely. You might not be thinking clearly and for this reason, it’s important that you know…
DetailsTexting While Driving: The Facts It is no secret that a distracted driver is an unsafe driver. Texting while driving is no doubt a distraction, as it takes your eyes, hands, and mind off of the very important and delicate task of operating a vehicle. The U.S. Government reports that the average person takes his…
DetailsDeer pose a great danger to Michigan drivers. In 2013 alone, there were over 49,000 car accidents with deer in the state. Because many deer-related crashes are not reported, the number of these accidents is actually estimated to be much higher. In 2013, over a thousand of these accidents resulted in injury to the driver…
DetailsGetting in a car accident is always a shocking and scary event. Unfortunately, the headache of insurance recovery and lawsuits that often follow the accident can be almost as bad as the accident itself. Michigan law is especially complicated on this problem. Michigan’s so called “no-fault” law is a commonly used but rarely understood term.…
DetailsNothing is more important than the safety of your child. Properly buckling your child in a car seat or booster seat will help lower the chance that your child is seriously injured in a car accident. Correctly buckled and seated children have a 50% increased chance of surviving a car accident. If your child was…
DetailsOn Michigan’s streets and highways, teens are increasingly posing risks to both themselves and other drivers. The facts are so concerning that some in the Great Lakes state are debating raising the minimum driving age to 18. If you have been involved in a car accident with a teenage driver in Michigan, or if your…
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