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Kalamazoo Drunk Driver Accident Leaves Two Children Injured

Posted on June 22nd 2011

Our Michigan drunk driving accident lawyers are reporting a story in the news about a Kalamazoo drunk driving accident involving driver Valerie Phelps that took place on Portage Street near Dewey Avenue. The drunk driver accident took place on Sunday, June 19th at 11:00 p.m. According to police, Valerie Phelps was driving her car while intoxicated, losing control of her vehicle and striking a utility pole. In the vehicle were her two children who suffered severe injuries due to the drunk driver accident. Neither children were in child safety seats.


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I am very sorry about this accident. I hope both children have a fast recovery without any permanent damages.

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Michigan Bill May Pass To Ban Pit Bulls

Posted on June 21st 2011

Our Michigan dog bite lawyersare reporting a bill that my be passed to ban pit bulls in Michigan. Rep. Timothy Bledsoe introduced legislation that would regulate and then ultimately ban three breeds of dogs: American pit bull terriers, American Staffordshire bull terriers, and Staffordshire bull terriers. This bill would work in three phases. First, the bill would ban the breeding of these three dogs, and mixed breeds which include these dogs within the first year. Second, after four years, no one can own any of these dog breeds which have not been sterilized. Lastly, after ten years, no one will be allowed to own and of those dog breeds.

The main conversation which will be had amongst the legislature regarding this bill is weather or not the increase in aggressive behavior of these dogs is due to breeding or upbringing. This is a key question in determining the outcome of this bill.

If you would like more information about your legal rights after a dog bite injury or attack, you can order our FREE book, “The Ultimate Michigan Dog Bite and Animal Attack Handbook” by Michigan dog bite attorney Lawrence J. Buckfire. The book explains the laws on Michigan bites and animal attacks, your legal rights after a bite, and how to get the best money settlement for your injuries.

Our Michigan dog bite lawyers see cases involving these types of pit bulls all the time. If you or a family member is a victim of a dog bite, call our experienced lawyers to make sure the rights of the victim are being protected. Contact us now at 800-606-1717 to speak to one of our Michigan dog bite attorneys about your case.



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Montcalm County Boat Accident Kills Fisherman

Posted on June 15th 2011

Don Curtis Sargeant was killed in a Michigan boat accident that took place on a small lake south of Sheridan, at M-66 and East Boyer Road in Montcalm County. Sargeant, along with another man, Kent Owen Johns were out  fishing when one of them stood up to cast causing the boat to flip and tossing them into the water.  Johns was able to swim to shore.   

I am very sorry to hear about this tragic accident and my condolences go out to the family of the deceased victim.

Victims of boating accidents in Michigan do have legal rights. If you are injured due to the negligence of another boater or even to the driver of the boat that you are being pulled by, a claim for compensation can often by made against the estate of the at-fault driver. Typically, the boat owner has insurance that provides coverage for boat accident claims. If you or a family member suffer injuries due to a boat accident in Michigan, call us now at (800) 606-1717 to speak with one of our experienced Michigan boat accident lawyers about your case.



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