Drunk-Driving Accident Near Coldwater
There was a story in the news today about a drunk-driving accident near Coldwater that occurred on Friday, October 23rd in California Township in Branch County. According to the police, two people were taken to Coldwater Community Hospital after the horse drawn carriage they riding on S Ray-Quincy Road, near Copeland Road, was allegedly hit by a drunk driver. The driver was allegedly arrested. Police are still investigating this accident.
I am very sorry to hear about this tragic auto accident and wish the injured parties the fullest and speediest recovery possible.
Our Michigan car accident lawyers advise accident victims of their legal rights. Even though this accident involved a horse drawn carriage, a motor vehicle was involved and therefore the injured people may be entitled to no-fault benefits. For this type of auto accident in Michigan, the injured parties can submit a claim for Michigan No-Fault insurance benefits. No-Fault benefits will cover their medical expenses, lost wages, attendant care, replacement services, and other benefits related to injuries suffered in the accident. The injured parties can claim these benefits even if they did not have a Michigan automobile insurance policy.
In addition, the car accident injury victims may also have claims for personal injuries against any driver determined to be at fault in this auto accident. The insurance company for the negligent driver typically pays a settlement for this type of case. In this lawsuit, the injured victims can claim damages and compensation for the injuries suffered in the accident. Another possible claim for anyone injured by the alleged drunk driver would be a potential Michigan dram shop case against the seller or furnisher of the alcohol before the accident. At the very least, the injured parties should hire the best possible lawyer to look into these possibilities.
An experienced Michigan car accident lawyer can assist the victims with this type of claim. Auto accident victims should not speak with the insurance adjuster for the negligent driver before consulting with an attorney.
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