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Truck Accident Injury Lawyers In Michigan Discuss New Bill On Semi Tractor-Trailers

admin — Fri, 03 Feb 2012 14:01:45 +0000

Our truck accident injury lawyers in Michigan came across recent news that Congress is considering changes to increase the size of semi tractor-trailers on the nation’s highways for the first time in more than two decades. The Michigan Trucking Association says the state law currently permits trucks as heavy as 160,000 pounds to roam the roads. This law would increase that limit an extra 18,000 pounds.

There are many different views on this issue, both positive and negative. The positive being that more money could be produced for the trucking companies because they will be able to carry more products, which would mean less trips in one day. The negative including the more weight a semi-truck has, the harder it will be to stop, which could mean more truck accidents.

Our truck accident injury lawyers are aware of the problems and benefits this may cause. Truck accidents in Michigan are significant and can cause serious injuries. The most comon injuries due to truck accidents include:

Spinal cord injuries, including quadriplegia and paraplegia
Broken bones and fractures
Back and neck injuries
Closed head/traumatic brain injury
Shoulder injuries
Knee injuries
Scarring and disfigurement
Road rash requiring significant skin grafts

Our Michigan truck accident injury lawyers fully understand issues relating to trucking companies to obtain the best settlement for our clients. If you or a family member suffer injuries due to truck accident in Michigan, call our office immediately at (800) 606-1717 to dicuss your case. We will start working on your case gathering all the evidence and witness statements to win and settle your case.

Snowmobile Collides With Vehicle In Cass County

admin — Tue, 17 Jan 2012 20:58:11 +0000

Ana Larocca suffers serious injuries after being involved in a Michigan snowmobile accident on Conrad Road in Howard Township. According to police, Larocca crashed into an oncoming car while trying to turn into a driveway while driving her snowmobile. Taylor Townsend, the driver of the vehicle, collided with a tree trying to avoid the crash with the snowmobile. Larocca suffers injuries and was transported to Memorial Hospital.

I am very sorry to hear about this accident. I hope the injured victim has a fast recovery without any permanent damages.

Our Michigan personal injury lawyers advise victims of their legal rights. Snowmobile accidents can cause serious injuries to the riders, even with proper safety equipment. A person injured in a snowmobile accident may have rights under Michigan law. Claims for injuries can be made against a negligent operator of a snowmobile or even a landowner who has dangerous conditions on a property where an injury occurs.

If you or a family member suffer injuries due to a Michigan snowmobile accident and would like to discuss your legal rights call us now to speak with an experienced attorney. Call us at (800) 606-1717.

Detroit Nursing Homes Still Remain Open After Low Ratings And Several Patient Abuse Violations

admin — Wed, 11 Jan 2012 21:36:21 +0000

Our Michigan nursing home neglect lawyers are reporting a recent story in the Detroit Free Press about two troubled nursing homes in the City of Detroit, that still remain open regardless of the fact that federal ratings show it is one of the state’s lowest performing facilities – St. James Nursing Center in Detroit and Omni Continuing Care in Detroit. Both homes are owned by Ciena Healthcare Management. The story of these nursing homes, particularly St. James, shows that a substandard nursing home with many continuing violations can still remain open for business.

Brittany Manor in Midland, Michigan, also owned by Ciena, is also one of the state’s lowest performing nursing homes as well. However, Ciena, a nursing home chain with nearly three dozen Michigan facilities, owns both rich and poor nursing homes. Ciena recently opened its newest nursing home in Waterford, Michigan called Regency at Waterford. While the Regency shines, St. James, Omni, and Brittany have been cited again and again by state inspectors for serious abuse and neglect in patient care.

These there homes are not alone when it comes to being near the bottom in serious violations. In fact, more than three-quarters of Michigan homes received at least one violation in the last three years. All three of these homes, including others, residents have died due to some form of abuse and several incidents have failed to have been reported.

The concern and question is of many, not limiting to Ciena, but to any chain that has an extreme mix of rich and poorly financed nursing homes, why is that money being spent on building new homes instead of being spent on fixing the old, struggling places.

According to a report done by the Detroit Free Press, over the last three years, state inspectors cited Michigan’s 427 nursing homes 2.5 times on average for serious violations, meaning residents were harmed or place din immediate jeopardy because of something the nursing home did wrong. In fact, at St. James and Omni, state regulators found serious violations 11 and 13 times, respectively – the highest statewide. St. James was also the most fined home in Michigan, being fined $300,349. Altogether, Michigan levied $9.9 million in federal fines against nursing homes, more than any other state in the nation.

Our Michigan nursing home neglect lawyers represent nursing home residents and their families in lawsuits against nursing homes and residential care facilities, such as St. James of Detroit, Omni Continuing Care, and Brittany Manor in Midland. There are strict laws and regulations to protect the safety and welfare of these residents. Unfortunately, nursing home patients do not always receive appropriate care and the results can be severe and are often deadly.

If you or a family member suffers injuries due to nursing home neglect or abuse, call our office now at (800) 606-1717 to speak with one of our experienced Michigan personal injury lawyers. We will represent you under our No Fee Promise, meaning you do not pay any legal fees whatsoever until we win or settle your case.

DePuy Hip Replacement Recalled By Johnson & Johnson

admin — Thu, 29 Dec 2011 20:23:14 +0000

Johnson & Johnson’s DePuy hip replacements have been on the market for years. People have received these implants to better their mobility and live a fuller life. On Thursday, August 26, 2010, Johnson & Johnson made a public announcement to notify patients of their DePuy hip replacement recall.

The two models that were included in the recall were the ASR XL Acetabular system and the ASR Hip Resurfacing System. Both systems could cause permanent damage to bone, muscle and nerves if installed.

For a number of patients the recall was long overdue. For more than two years, Johnson & Johnson has received complaints about their defective hip replacements. Some victims of the defective product suffered agonizing pain and were forced to undergo corrective surgery.

Approximately 93,000 hip replacement devices have been implanted worldwide. It is estimated that one third of those were implanted in the United States. As early as 2008, patients have been issuing complaints to the F.D.A.

Those who have undergone surgery and are experiencing pain from the DePuy hip replacement may have a claim for compensation. To find out what your options are it is best to consult with an experienced DuPuy lawyers who can give you expert guidance. The top DePuy recall lawyers will usually offer free consultations and a no win no fee guarantee.

Pontiac Hit-And-Run Car Accident Severely Injures Pedestrian

admin — Tue, 18 Oct 2011 20:15:03 +0000

Our Michigan pedestrian accident lawyers are reporting a Pontiac hit and run car accident that took place on Pike Street near Saginaw on Saturday, October 15th around 2 a.m. According to police, a passerby found the woman lying the roadway. She suffers serious injuries, including a broken femur, crushed pelvis, and back injuries. According to the woman, she was struck by a “large vehicle.”

I am very sorry to hear about this accident. I hope the injured pedestrian has a fast recovery.

Our Michigan pedestrian accident lawyers are participating in a Hit and Run Reward Program created to assist police authorities in identifying drivers that cause injuries so that they can face the legal penalties imposed for their criminal actions. We choose to participate knowing this program will help bring justice to victims of hit and run accidents and their families.

The Hit and Run Reward Program allows a person who has witnessed a hit and run to report the accident and offender anonymously and in return be awarded a reward if there is an arrest or felony charge. To create such a program, our law firm has teamed up with We Tip to provide an effective, anonymous hit and run reporting system. If you witness a hit and run, call (800-644-8678). When calling the number you will be asked if you would like to receive a reward if there is an arrest and felony conviction. Rewards of up to $1,000 can be given out.

Victims of car accidents and pedestrian accidents do have legal rights. If you or a family member has been involved in a car accident, contact a lawyer to make sure your rights are being protected. Call us now at (800) 606-1717 to discuss your case with one of our experienced Michigan car accident attorneys.