As a no-fault insurance state, Michigan motorists must first turn to their own insurers to collect compensation for expenses stemming from an auto accident. Personal injury protection (PIP) benefits pay for an injured party’s medical expenses, wage loss, attendant care, and replacement services after a crash. It doesn’t matter who…
Under Michigan law, all vehicle owners are required to carry minimum amounts of no-fault insurance. If you are involved in an accident, your no-fault insurance can pay for your medical bills, your lost wages, replacement services, and damage you cause to others’ property. As its name suggests, no-fault benefits are…
If you are a Michigan driver, you must carry auto insurance. This insurance includes personal injury protection (PIP), or no-fault insurance coverage. Individuals injured in auto accidents in Michigan must first turn to their PIP insurance to cover many of the bills they incur following a crash. Is Michigan…
Semi-truck accidents are some of the most devastating crashes on the road. Heavy trucks, dangerous cargo, and high speed can all combine to cause severe or fatal injuries to anyone in the vicinity. But who pays after an accident? Christensen Law can answer these trucking accident questions for you. Keep…
Motor vehicle accidents can have tremendous financial consequences, especially when someone is seriously hurt. Michigan’s no-fault auto insurance is designed to help injured people get the money they need. But how do you know which bills are covered by insurance? Let Christensen Law explain. Michigan no-fault claims are divided into…
Motorcycle insurance is required in Michigan. But the rules for motorcycle insurance are different from the state’s no-fault auto insurance laws for cars and trucks. That’s because by law, motorcycles are not considered motor vehicles. What is a Motorcycle? The Michigan Vehicle Code defines a motorcycle as a vehicle with…
It’s safe to say that ridesharing services have changed the face of transportation in Michigan. When companies like Uber and Lyft came on the scene a decade ago, they were marketed as a convenient commuter option and a safe alternative to drunk driving. They are also valuable services to help…
It was a normal day until another car hit you. Now you’re nursing painful injuries, sidelined from work, and trying to figure out your next move. If you’re like most people, you’re probably also wondering how soon you should contact a car accident lawyer. Here’s a general rule of thumb:…
The consequences of a traumatic brain injury (TBI) can last a lifetime. Contrary to what some believe, many individuals who experience a “minor” jolt to the head actually end up suffering TBIs that can permanently affect memory, cognition, motor coordination, and other critical body functions. Yet because they are up…
March is National Brain Injury Awareness Month. The annual campaign, sponsored by the Brain Injury Association of America (BIAA), aims to raise public consciousness about head injuries and their impact on survivors and their families. Approximately 58,500 people will suffer a traumatic brain injury (TBI) in Michigan every year, according…
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