There was a story in the paper today about a TKMS employee fatally struck by a gravel hauler on Wednesday, September 30th. According to the Oakland County Sheriff’s Department, a TKMS employee was in a parking lot on Glaspie Road in Oxford when he was allegedly struck and killed by a gravel hauler driven by his co-worker. Police continue to investigate this accident.

I am very sorry to hear about this tragic car accident and wish my most heart-felt condolences to the family of the deceased TKMS worker for their loss.

Our Michigan truck accident lawyers advise accident victims of their legal rights. For this type of auto accident in Michigan, the family members of the deceased worker may be able to make a claim for Survivor Loss Benefits.  This can include payment of funeral expenses, lost wages, and loss of other services.

In addition, the injury victims may be able to file a lawsuit against the persons determined to be at fault in the auto accident as well as the owners of the gravel hauler. The insurance company for the driver must still cover any injuries. In this lawsuit, the family of the deceased worker can claim damages and compensation for injuries suffered in the accident.  The insurance company for the negligent driver typically pays a settlement for this type of case.

Also, the family members of the deceased worker may have a claim for a Michigan wrongful death lawsuit against the driver that police determine was negligent and caused these car accidents as well as the owners the gravel hauler. At the very least, the surviving family should hire the best possible lawyer to look into these possibilities.

An experienced Michigan car accident lawyer can assist the victim with this type of claim.  Accident victims should not speak with the insurance adjuster for the negligent driver before consulting with an attorney.

If you would like more information about your rights after a Michigan car accident, you can order our FREE book, “The Ultimate Michigan Car Accident Handbook” by clicking on the book link.  We will send it out immediately along with other important information.

For more information about Michigan car accident cases, visit our law firm web site at www.BuckfireLaw.com.  If you would like to speak with one of our Michigan car accident attorneys about your case, feel free to call us anytime at (800) 606-1717 or simply submit this contact form and we will get back to you quickly.

A 33-year-old Port Huron man was involved in a Algonac Garbage Truck Accident on July 16th in St. Clair County. According to police, the man, a Richfield Management employee, was allegedly run over by the garbage truck while he worked.

Police believe the truck was stopping and collecting trash, on Mill Street in Algonac, when the front wheel of the garbage truck ran over the Richfield Management employee causing severe and serious injuries. The man’s right leg and right arm were seriously injured. The man was airlifted to University of Michigan Medical Center. He is in stable condition. Police continue to investigate this accident.

I  am very sorry to hear about this tragic accident and wish the injured man the fullest and speediest recovery possible.  I hope that he comes out of this with no permanent harm.

Michigan truck accident victims have a number of legal rights.  As this accident happened while he was working andinvolved a motor vehicle,  the Richfield Management Employee may be eligible to receive Michigan Workers Compensation benefits and Michigan No-Fault Benefits. These benefits are similar in that they would cover  his medical expenses, lost wages, attendant care, replacement services, and other benefits related to injuries suffered in the accident. 

The Richfield Management employee should speak with an experienced Michigan accident lawyer to determine which  benefits he is eligible to receive. Accident victims should not speak with an insurance adjuster for the negligent parties before consulting with an attorney.

If you would like more information about your rights after a Michigan car accident, you can order our FREE book, “The Ultimate Michigan Car Accident Handbook” by clicking on the book link.  We will send it out immediately along with other important information.

For more information about Michigan car accident cases, visit our law firm web site at www.BuckfireLaw.com.  If you would like to speak with one of our Michigan car accident attorneys about your case, feel free to call us anytime at (800) 606-1717 or simply submit this contact form and we will get back to you quickly.

A 55 Year-old Grand Rapids bicyclist was tragically killed in a Kent County Bicycle Accident on May 20th.  The man was riding his bicycle when he was allegedly struck by City of Grand Rapids dump truck. Witnesses allege that the cyclist was dragged for some way by the truck. According to one witness, he spoke a few words before the paramedics arrived but the paramedics were too late and he died at the scene.

I  am very sorry hear that this accident happened. My condolences to the family of the bicyclist for their loss.  These types of accidents become all too common when the weather warms up and Michiganders go out jogging and biking to enjoy the outdoors.  Unfortunately, motorists often disregard their rights and cause catastrophic accidents.

Michigan car accident victims have a number of legal rights.  For this type of accident, family members may be able to make a claim for Survivor Loss Benefits.  This can include payment of funeral expenses, lost wages, and loss of other services. Furthermore, family members of the bicyclist may have a claim for wrongful death against City of Grand Rapids if the investigation shows that the truck driver was negligent.  At the very least, the surviving family should hire the best possible lawyer to look into these possibilities.

An experienced Michigan car accident lawyer can assist the victim with this type of claim.  Accident victims should not speak with the insurance adjuster for the negligent driver before consulting with an attorney.

If you would like more information about your rights after a Michigan car accident, you can order our FREE book, “The Ultimate Michigan Car Accident Handbook” by clicking on the book link.  We will send it out immediately along with other important information.

For more information about Michigan car accident cases, visit our law firm web site at www.BuckfireLaw.com.  If you would like to speak with one of our Michigan car accident attorneys about your case, feel free to call us anytime at (800) 606-1717 or simply submit this contact form and we will get back to you quickly.

The Michigan truck accident lawyers at Buckfire & Buckfire have added new content to their online Michigan truck accident library.  The new content includes articles on these topics and more:

• Traffic Statistics Breakdown of Michigan Truck Accidents
• Causes of Michigan Truck Accidents
• Features of Michigan Truck Accidents

For more information about Michigan truck accident cases, visit our law firm web site at www.BuckfireLaw.com.  If you would like to speak with one of our Michigan truck accident attorneys about your case, feel free to call us anytime at (800) 606-1717 or simply submit this contact form and we will get back to you quickly.

Macomb County, Michigan:  A jury recently awarded over $5 million to a man and his wife for injuries that the injured man suffered in a Macomb County truck accident.  The Macomb Daily reported in the newspaper that the 48 year old Bruce Township man suffered serious orthopedic injuries and a traumatic brain injury when a friend driving a pickup truck ran over him.  The truck was owned by Chrysler corporation.  The injured man’s wife was awarded damages for her loss of society and companionship related to her husband’s injuries.

This is an interesting award based upon the size of the verdict alone.  Macomb County is traditionally believed to have a conservative jury pool, meaning that they do not traditionally hand out just sizeable verdicts even in catastrophic cases.  Apparently, the defense attorney and insurance company were banking on the fact that this tradition would continue, but they picked the wrong jury for the case.  The jury clearly felt compelled to award the injury victim and his wife an appopriate award, even if it was for a large dollar amount.

My firm handles serious car and truck accident cases throughout the State of Michigan.  We have obtained significant settlements for our catastrophically injured clients in car accidents, motorcycle accidents, and truck accidents.  For a FREE copy of our book, “The Ultimate Michigan Car Accident Hanbook,” simply click on the book title.  More information on our firm is at www.BuckfireLaw.com and you can call us with any questions at (800) 606-1717.