The dangers of electrical and powerlines in Michigan because more prevalent this type of year.  This is because many summer storms knock down powerlines and they become a significant hazard to those in the area of a downed line.  Also, many workers, like painters and tree trimmers, come into contact with lines and can be electrocuted if the lines are not properly repaired or insultated.

The results of these injuries are often catastrophic, resulting in lifetime injuries and even death.  Under Michigan law, the electric company and the owner of the electrical lines can be held accountable for injuries to an electrocution victim.  Liability can be assessed for sagging power lines, downed power lines that are not promptly repaired, and power lines that are not properly insulated.

Courts have held that electric companies must use reasonable care to protect the general public from their wires. If a power line sags, runs too close to a house, or gets knocked down during a storm, the electric company may be responsible for any injury that occurs.

To pursue a case, it is necessary to choose a lawyer that understands the legal and technical issues relating to electrical accidents and powerline accidents.  It is also essential to hire a lawyer as soon as possible after an accident so that an investigation can be conducted before the electrical company can control the witnesses and the evidence.

For more information about our Michigan personal injury and accident law firm, visit www.Buckfirelaw.com or call us at (800) 606-1717.

Michigan is a great state for golfing and the number of beautiful and challenging courses seems endless.  Many courses are located within golf communities all over Michigan.  While most people do not consider golf to be a hazardous game, there are a number of injuries related to golf cart accidents.

For the non-golfer, this may seem unusual because no one expects someone to play golf and return with a serious injury.  However, the injuries from golf car accidents can be signficant.  These accidents are often the result of unsafe golf carts, driver error, improper golf course and path design, and defective equipment.  Other accidents occur when pedestrians are struck and injured by golf carts either at the course or in the community.

Golf cart accident cases are unique and a person who is injured in  a Michigan golf cart accident should contact an attorney experienced in these cases.  We recently settled a golf car accident case for $400,000 for a woman who was struck and injured by a golf cart in a gated West Michigan community.  She required surgery for back and neck injuries.

An incident at the Clarkston High School pool caused six children to be taken to the hospital.  The children apparently suffered injuries due to excessive chlorine being poured into the swimming pool by the automated chemical treatment system.  The cause is to be believed an electrical blackout that caused the system to malfunction.

The children had complaints of respiratory problems.  Fortunately, the children have been released from the hospital and I am hopeful that they fully recover.  The pool is set to re-open in a few weeks.

Our Michigan ORV and ATV accident lawyers represent clients who have suffered injuries in off-road vehicles and all-terrain vehicles.  The injuries from these accidents can be devastating and are often catastrophic.  Many parents are unaware of these potential hazards.

According to statistics, 41% of ORV deaths are to individuals under the age of 16.  Many others suffered significant injuries, including brain injuries and spinal cord damage.  Others victims suffer additional permanent injuries.

Michigan has ORV laws that are designed to prevent these serious accidents.  The Michigan Handbook of Off-Road Vehicle Laws discusses these safety laws and regulations.  It also makes recommendations to parents and guardians on safe riding for children and young adults.

Boating in Michigan

To many Michiganders and tourisits visiting Michigan, the boating season is the best time of year. Our hundreds of lakes, both large and small, provide endless opportunities for boating fun. Unfortunately, there are siginficant risks associated with this great recreation.

Boat Accident Deaths

According to the National Transportation Safety Board, the number of boating related deaths in the United States is substantial.  The agency reports in the past decade, over 7,000 boaters have died in water related accidents with over 5, 00o of them by drowning.  The biggest safety failures leading to these boating deaths  is the lack of personal flotation devices (like life jackets) and boaters being uneducated in safe boating practices.  In fact, over 90% of boat drowning victims would have survived had they worn life jackets.  Most of the drownings were in small boats, less than 21 feet in length.

Boat Accident Lawsuits

Many boat accident injuries are the result of negligence by the boat operators and boat owners.  Acts of negligence include failing to provide life jackets, improper boat maintenance, and negligent operation of the boat.  Too often, boat accidents are caused by reckless and intoxicated boaters.  In these cases, the victims of Michigan boat accident can pursue legal claims for compensation for their injuries.

Contact a Michigan Boat Accident Lawyer

To learn more about your rights after a Michigan boat accident, you should contact our Michigan boat accident lawyers as soon as possible to discuss your case with you.  It is essential that we begin our investigation as soon as possible after the accident so that we can gather evidence to prove and win your case.