The State of Michigan imposes limits to recovery for medical malpractice cases. No matter how seriously injured you are, there is a maximum recovery you can obtain for non-economic damages, which include pain and suffering, loss of enjoyment of life, scarring and disfigurement, and similar damages. This amount increases slightly every year. There is no limit to the amount that you can receive for your economic losses, like lost earnings, medical expenses, and future similar expenses for your lifetime.

Michigan was one of the first states to pass such a law. Despite being unfair and unjust, it has been held constitutional by the Michigan Supreme Court. It is not surprising that the majority of judges on the court that determined that the law is constitutional were appointed to their position because of insurance company money and lobbyists from the medical profession. The law is ridiculous because it puts limits on cases brought by Michigan malpractice victims with the most serious injuries and does nothing to reduce the number filings of so called “frivolous cases.”

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I read a story in the paper today about a Battle Creek Amtrak Accident. According to Battle Creek Police, a driver was injured when they allegedly ran into a moving Amtrak train. According to witnesses, the car allegedly came to a stop at the railroad crossing on Helmer Road and slowly moved forward as the gate came down. The crossing gate smashed the windshield and the vehicle proceeded to cross the tracks when its front end was hit by the Amtrak train and ripped off. The driver was taken to the hospital. Her condition is unknown at this time. Police continue to investigate the accident.

I  am very sorry to hear about this tragic auto accident and wish the injured driver the fullest and speediest recovery possible. 

Our Michigan car accident lawyers advise accident victims their legal rights. For this type of auto accident in Michigan, the injured woman can submit a claim for Michigan No-Fault insurance benefits.  No-Fault benefits will cover her medical expenses, lost wages, attendant care, replacement services, and other benefits related to injuries suffered in the accident.  The injured woman can claim these benefits even if she did not have a Michigan automobile insurance policy.

I read tragic story in the paper yesterday about an Emmett Township Fatal Car Accident. According to the Calhoun County Sheriff’s Office, the fatal accident occurred at 11 Mile and Verona Roads in Emmett Township when the vehicle Jeffrey Shepherd, of Marshall, was driving allegedly failed to stop for a red light at the intersection and struck a northbound van and southbound pick-up truck. Three people were seriously injured and Shepherd was killed. 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. My condolences to the family of Joseph Shepherd for their loss.

Our Michigan car accident lawyers advise accident victims of their legal rights. 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 their did not have a Michigan automobile insurance policy.

Also, for this type of auto accident in Michigan, the family members of the Joseph Shepherd may be able to make a claim for Survivor Loss Benefits.  This can include payment of funeral expenses, lost wages, and loss of other services. 

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.

I have written a number of articles on boating accidents and tubing injuries in Michigan.  While the Michigan lakes provide great summer fun, there is a significant risk of injury with water sports.  I just read a terrible news story about a Van Buren County boating accident that has seriously injured two teens from Illinois.

According to the report, three boys were on tubes behind a speed boat when two of the tubes collided and then struck the third tube.  The boys were thrown from the tubes and suffered serious injuries.  My thoughts go out to the boys and their families and I hope for a speedy and full recovery.

Victims of boat accident and tube accidents in Michigan do have legal rights.  If they are injured due to the negligence of another boater or even to the driver of the boat that they are on or being pulled by, a claim for compensation can often be made.  Typically, the boat owner has insurance that provides coverage for boat accident claims.