Dearborn Pedestrian Struck by Car
A Dearborn pedestrian was struck by a car on May 8th and is in serious condition . The man was walking eastbound on Michigan Avenue, by the ramp to eastbound I-94, when he was struck by the car. The man suffered serious injuries and was taken to Oakwood Hospital. Police are still investigating this accident and have not released the identity of t he victim or of the driver.
I am very sorry hear that this accident happened and I hope that he is able to recover completely from his injuries.
Michigan car accident victims have a number of legal rights. For this type of accident, the injured pedestrian can submit a claim for Michigan No-Fault insurance benefits. No-Fault benefits will cover his medical expenses, lost wages, attendant care, replacement services, and other benefits related to injuries suffered in the accident. The injured pedestrian can claim these benefits even if he did not have an automobile insurance policy.
In addition, the injury victim may be able to file a lawsuit against the person driving the car. In this lawsuit, he can claim damages and compensation for the injuries suffered in the accident. The insurance company for the negligent driver typically pays a settlement for this type of case.
If the driver is uninsured or does not have sufficient insurance coverage, the pedestrian still has rights under the law. He may be able to file an uninsured motorists claim or an under-insured motorist claim against his own insurance policy or another insurance policy to compensate him for his injuries.
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.
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