Michael Glenn Altman was run over and killed by a Route 57 county bus in a Milwaukee County pedestrian-bus accident just north of the intersection of N. Water Street and E. Michigan Street. The bus accident took place on Wednesday, October 12th, in the evening hours. According to police, Altman was alive when the bus struck him however died due to multiple blunt force injuries, including multiple traumatic injuries, fractures to his ribs, sternum, pelvis, and legs.

I am very sorry to hear about this accident. My condolences go out to the family of the deceased victim.

Our Michigan bus accident lawyers advise victims of their legal rights. Victims of bus-pedestrian accidents do have legal rights. If you or a family member suffer injuries due to a Michigan bus accident, you may have claims for your personal injuries and can file Michigan no-fault insurance claims for medical expenses, lost wages, and other benefits.  Families of people who are killed in bus accidents can often file a Michigan Wrongful Death Claim. At the very least, they should hire the best possible lawyer to look into these possibilities.

Our Michigan ORV accident lawyers are reporting a Wexford County hit and run truck accident involving an ORV that occurred on July 30th at about 7:00 p.m. According to police, Brian Lloyd was driving a four-wheel off-road vehicle near West 10 Mile Road in Mesick when a pickup truck struck him and sped off. Lloyd received serious injuries due to the collision.

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

Our Michigan ORV accident lawyers are participating in the 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 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 car accident attorneys.

Cynthia Hiszak was struck by a boat while swimming in Bear Lake on July 30th at about 2:40 p.m.  According to police, Hiszak was swimming off her own anchored boat when another boat driven by James Jonassen struck her and then collided with her boat.  Hiszak was killed and Jonassen suffers injuries due to the boat accident.

I am very sorry to hear about this accident. My condolences go out to the family of the deceased victim and I hope the injured victims has a recovery without any permanent damages.

Our Michigan boat accident lawyers represent victims of boating accidents. 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. At the very least, the family members should hire the best possible attorney to look into these possibilities.

Our Michigan ATV accident lawyers are reporting an Oceana County ATV accident that took place on July 18th at about 9:00 p.m. According to police, Jenni Dotson was riding her ATV at the Silver Lake State Park sand dune when she fell off the vehicle.  Reports show that the accident occurred when the vehicle went airborne and possibly landing on Dotson’s chest. The ATV accident turned out to be fatal as Dotson died Tuesday morning, July 19th.

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I am very sorry to hear about this accident. My condolences go out to the family of the deceased victim.

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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.