Recent Posts in Car & Auto Accidents Category

In Grand Rapids, Michigan, it is reported that law enforcement agents are in the midst of cleaning up the scene of a three vehicle accident, which occurred in Kent County.

The car accident happened earlier this week just before 6:00 AM at the intersection of Belding Road and Wolverine.  Michigan State Trooper Roberto Anaya said that a car was turning right onto Wolverine.  While turning, the vehicle pulled in front of a garbage truck that as traveling southbound.  The truck driver was unable to stop on time and was not only hit by the car, but also a white van that was traveling on Belding Road.

Police say that the river of the car was issued a ticket.  At least one of the vehicle's passengers had to be taken to a local hospital to receive treatment for non-life threatening injuries.  Police are still investigating.

If you were involved in a multi-vehicle accident in Detroit, it is important that you have a Detroit personal injury attorney on your side that can ensure your rights remain protected and that you are treated fairly.  To speak with a personal injury lawyer that handles car accident cases, contact Freedman & Freedman today!

An automobile accident can be frightening as well as extremely painful. You may be left with permanent injuries, scars and may require physical therapy and continued treatment for an indefinite period of time. The emotional trauma associated with an accident can stay with you for life.

Contact a Detroit Automobile Accident lawyer  at Freedman & Freedman today to talk about your claim and how we can fight the insurance companies for you!

In Zeeland Township, Michigan, it is reported that a major motor vehicle accident resulted in four people suffering injuries.  One of the individuals is reported to have suffered serious injuries.

The auto accident involved two vehicles and occurred at the intersection of Quincy Street and 72^nd Avenue.  According to reports, a van carrying five people crossed the path of an oncoming vehicle, which led to the collision.

Three of the people in the van suffered injuries, including a 63 year old woman who was reportedly partially ejected from the van at the time of the cash.  The woman had to be rushed to Spectrum Health in Grand Rapids and is said to have suffered serious head injuries.  The two other injured van passengers were taken to local hospitals in the Zeeland area.

If you have been involved in a devastating motor vehicle accident in Detroit, you should contact Freedman & Freedman and ask to speak with a Detroit personal injury attorney.

A Lenawee County Circuit Court judge has rejected an attorney’s request to dismiss an auto accident lawsuit against his client.   

Mario Lawrence Parker was sued by his neighbor, Chad Fox, following an accident that left Fox with spinal cord injuries. Fox was a passenger in Parker’s replica Ford GT40 sports car when, driving at a high rate of speed, Parker lost control of his vehicle and crashed into a utility pole.  

After the accident Fox sued Parker for damages. But the attorney representing Parker argued that the case should be thrown out. He claims Fox was able to return to work within three weeks, and that his injuries only interfered with his ability to pay golf and softball. He also argued that Fox’s injuries did not impair an important bodily function, nor did they compromise his general ability to lead a normal life.

But Fox’s attorney fired back, saying that Fox’s injuries did warrant a trial.

“In this case, the plaintiff’s ability to have a social life away from work has certainly been taken away from him. You can see here that we’re not looking at a minor bump or bruise for a short period of time,” said the attorney.

The case will now be tried before a jury to determine whether or not Parker is liable for paying damages.

Two people were injured after a fire truck collided with a Ford Taurus.

The accident occurred last month when an unidentified 64-year-old driver failed in his attempts to yield the right-of-way to an oncoming fire truck. The driver was traveling on the southbound side of Dexter Pinckney Road when he lost control of his vehicle and careened into the northbound side of the street, where he was hit by the fire truck.

The driver of the Ford and one firefighter were injured in the accident. Emergency medical services transported the injured parties to a local hospital where they were treated for their injuries. The driver was listed in stable condition and the firefighter was treated for minor injuries.

The Washtenaw County Sheriff’s Office is still conducting an accident investigation, but so far no legal action has been taken.

A teenager in Georgetown Township was killed in an accident police think was caused by texting while driving.

Texting while driving, as with any other form of distracted driving, significantly increases an individual’s chances of getting involved in an accident. In fact, one study found that people who text while driving are more than 20 times more likely to get in an accident than those paying full attention to the road.

The victim in this case was 18-year-old Eric Helm, a student at Jenison High School. Police believe Helm was texting his girlfriend back and forth in the minutes leading up to the accident. Helm was driving westbound on Port Sheldon Street when he crossed into oncoming traffic at a curve in the road and hit a pickup truck head-on.

Police say that if Helm hadn’t been texting, he would likely have noticed the curve in the road and remained in his lane.

If you or a loved one has been injured or killed in an car accident caused by a person who was texting while driving, you have legal rights that may entitle you to compensation. A Detroit personal injury attorney at Freedman & Freedman can help you exercise those rights by filing an injury or wrongful death lawsuit against the negligent party in an effort secure the largest possible settlement. We strongly believe that those who act recklessly and negligently must be held accountable for their actions, and that’s exactly what we intend to do.

Contact the Law Offices of Freedman & Freedman today to learn more about filing a claim!