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Christensen Law is now sponsoring the Mid-Michigan Biker podcast! The Mid-Michigan Biker Podcast is hosted by Eric “Big E” Kruer and informs Michigan bikers about events, rides, rallies, clubs, and general biker life information 🏍️ New episodes drop EVERY THURSDAY on all major streaming platforms (Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts…

You do not need a motorcycle license in Michigan, but you do need a motorcycle endorsement. Drivers as young as 16 can get an endorsement with the proper permitting and testing, although requirements will vary based on a few factors. You can face jail time and financial penalties for riding…

Car Insurance Claim Form

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…

Understanding Michigan No-Fault: How the Bills Get Paid

  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…

Michigan Motorcycle Insurance

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…

christensen law michigan PI attorneys rideshare blog

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…

Life After a Traumatic Brain Injury

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…