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Barry County Boat Accident Involves Jet Ski

Posted on July 20th 2011

Our Michigan boat accident lawyers are reporting a story in the news about a Barry County boat accident between a 14-foot aluminum craft operated by Donald Nickens and a jet boat operated by an Ohio resident.  According to police, the the jet boat rammed the aluminum craft. The operator of the jet boat was intoxicated at the time of the boat accident. Nickens sustained serious injuries including a fractured sternum, head lacerations, and a concussion due to the accident.

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

Victims of boating accidents in Michigan do have legal rights. If you are injured due to the negligence of another boater or even to the driver of the boat that you are being pulled by, a claim for compensation can often by made against the estate of the at-fault driver. Typically, the boat owner has insurance that provides coverage for boat accident claims. If you or a family member suffer injuries due to a boat accident in Michigan, call us now at (800) 606-1717 to speak with one of our experienced Michigan boat accident lawyers about your case.

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Sanilac County Car Accident Fatality

Posted on July 20th 2009

I read tragic story over the weekend about a Sanilac County Car Accident Fatalityon Stone Road near Sheldon Road in Argyle Township on July 17th. A Snover man was a passenger in a 1995 Ford pick-up truck when the driver allegedly lost control and rolled the truck, according to police.

The driver sustained serious injuries but the passenger was declared dead on the scene. Police suspect alcohol may have been a factor and continue to investigate.

I   am very sorry to hear about this tragic auto accident and give my most heart-felt condolences to the family of the passenger for their loss.

Michigan car accident victims have a number of legal rights.  For this type of auto accident in Michigan, the family of the passenger can submit a claim for Michigan No-Fault insurance benefits.  No-Fault benefits will cover funeral expenses, medical expenses, lost wages, attendant care, replacement services, and other benefits related to injuries suffered in the accident. 

In addition, the car accident injury victim 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 victim 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 car accident case.  Furthermore, if alcohol is found to be a factor in the case, another possible claim would be a potential Michigan dram shop case against the seller or furnisher of the  alcohol before the accident.

An experienced Michigan car accident lawyer can assist the victim with this type of claim.  Auto 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.

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Recreational Boating Deaths

Posted on June 19th 2009

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.

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