While some people assume it will never happen to them, people’s lives are changed every day by road accidents. Whether you or someone you love has been injured in a car, truck, or vehicle crash, choose Fieger Law for skilled representation.

If you or a loved one has been injured by a negligent driver, know that you have a legal right to demand compensation for the costs of your injuries. Having an experienced legal team by your side can make a huge difference in the outcome of your injury claim.

Contact us today for a free consultation.

Common Types of Car Accident Injuries 

Car accidents can result in a wide range of injuries, varying in severity and impact on an injured person’s life. These injuries often have immediate and long-term effects, altering the course of your health and well-being. The most common car collision injuries include:

  • Whiplash: Typically occurring in rear-end collisions, this neck injury can cause chronic neck pain and stiffness, along with headaches and dizziness.\
  • Concussions: Head trauma can result from the brain being shaken inside the skull, leading to memory problems, concentration issues, and changes in mood and personality.
  • Broken Bones: Fractures are common in high-impact crashes, with arms, legs, ribs, and hips being particularly vulnerable. They may require surgical intervention and extensive recovery time.
  • Internal Injuries: These include internal bleeding, organ damage, and traumatic brain injuries (TBIs), which often require diagnostic testing and immediate medical care.
  •  Spinal Cord Injuries (SCIs): Depending on the injury’s severity and location, SCIs can lead to paralysis and lifelong disability, necessitating long-term care and rehabilitation.

After a crash, always seek medical attention, even if you think you’re unharmed. Some damages can take days to show up. Medical care helps you get diagnosed and treated while creating a record of your injuries. Our team at Fieger Law can use these records to assess compensation and prove damages to the other driver’s insurance company.

Long-Term Consequences of Car Accident Injuries

When victims suffer serious car accident injuries like the ones noted above, they often have lasting physical, emotional, and financial impacts:

  • Chronic Pain and Reduced Mobility: Injuries like spinal cord damage can lead to lifelong challenges.
  • Psychological Effects: PTSD, anxiety, or depression can deeply affect victims and their families.
  • Financial Strain: Ongoing medical care, lost income, and reduced earning potential create significant burdens.

At Fieger Law, we not only consider the immediate costs or losses associated with an accident. We consider the long-term needs of victims and their families to ensure adequate compensation.

What Is Auto Negligence?

Auto negligence refers to the failure to drive a car safely, considering factors like terrain, weather conditions, and other vehicles on the road. This kind of negligence can include behaviors such as:

  • Distracted driving
  • Speeding
  • Impairment
  • Running red lights
  • Fatigued driving
  • Ignoring traffic signs or signals
  • Failure to maintain a safe vehicle—for instance, driving on low tread tires or not having functioning turn signals or lights

Auto negligence laws differ across the country, but the award-winning team at Michigan-based Fieger Law has experience navigating statutes in each state.

You need counsel to ensure you are handling evidence appropriately, dealing with others involved in the crash, and communicating with insurance companies and their accident lawyers in a manner that protects you and gets the benefits you deserve.

Common Types of Car Accidents in Michigan

Michigan’s roads are no stranger to a wide range of car accidents, each presenting unique dangers and challenges for victims. Here are some of the most frequent types of accidents and their common causes:

  • Rear-End Collisions: Often caused by distracted driving or following too closely, these accidents can lead to whiplash and other serious injuries.
  • Intersection Accidents: Common at busy crossings, these crashes often occur when drivers fail to yield, run red lights, or disregard stop signs.
  • T-Bone Collisions: Side-impact crashes are particularly dangerous due to the limited protection on the sides of vehicles, leaving passengers at higher risk of severe injuries.
  • Head-On Crashes: Among the most catastrophic accidents, head-on collisions are frequently linked to impaired driving, distracted driving, or drowsy driving.
  • Multi-Vehicle Pileups: Michigan’s icy winters and slick roads can trigger chain-reaction accidents, making it difficult to determine liability and increasing the risk of severe injuries.

Compensation and Damages in Car Accident Cases

As a car accident victim, you’re entitled to compensation for your losses. Our skilled lawyers at Fieger Law can help you fight for damages reflecting the accident’s impact on your life. When you work with us, we can calculate a settlement including the following:

  • Medical Expenses: Includes costs for immediate medical treatment, hospital stays, surgeries, medications, rehabilitation therapies, and any future medical care related to the injury
  • Lost Wages: Compensation for lost income due to the inability to work post-accident, as well as loss of earning capacity if the injury leads to long-term disability
  • Pain and Suffering: Damages for the physical pain and emotional distress suffered, including ongoing discomfort, anxiety, trauma, and loss of enjoyment of life
  • Property Damage: Covers repairing or replacing damaged vehicles and other personal property, as well as compensation for the reduced value of damaged property

Our track record speaks for itself. We have won so many multi-million-dollar verdicts and settlements for our clients, we can’t list them all here. Among them are $6.5 for a pedestrian killed by a city vehicle, $7.5 million for a pilot who died due to his company’s negligence, and $9 million in a recent bus crash.

Money doesn’t fix the suffering caused by a vehicle accident, but it can ease the financial burden of lost property, chronic injury, or the tragic loss of income due to fatalities.

Contact us now for a free consultation on your case—we can investigate your accident and hold those responsible accountable.

What to Do if You Are Involved in a Car Accident

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Following an accident, your actions can affect the outcome of your case. Here are some steps we recommend you follow to protect your rights and well-being:

  • Don’t Leave the Scene: Never leave the scene of an accident. If you need to move your vehicle for safety purposes, get it to the side of the road but stay nearby. You can also take an extra step and set up flares or keep your flashers on to keep the scene safe.
  • Call 911: Call the police right away and wait for them at the scene. This remains true even if there are no serious injuries. This call may also be important when it’s time to file a claim with your insurance company, because a police report is a vital piece of evidence.
  • Exchange Information: Gather insurance and contact details of all other drivers involved and give your information to them.
  • Report the Accident: Call your insurance company immediately with your police report number and tell them about the accident. Many policies require that you immediately file a report.
  • Get Medical Help: This step is crucial. If you have suffered even minor injuries, visiting your local emergency room or seeing your family physician is essential to your future health. It is also important when building a personal injury claim, especially if health issues arise later. Medical records are also official evidence of damages.
  • Protect Your Rights: If you are injured, call Fieger Law to learn what important steps you should take when reporting your injury to your insurer, requesting the proper forms and documenting your medical care.

From the moment we start your claim to its conclusion, we take everything seriously and to heart. We act as if we are representing ourselves because you and your family deserve the best possible legal guidance and moral support during this difficult time.

Dealing With Insurance Companies After an Accident 

Negotiating with insurance companies after an accident can be confusing, and insurers may try to pressure you into accepting a lowball settlement. To handle claims effectively, use these tips:

  • Documenting the Accident: Gather as much evidence as possible, including photos of the scene, a copy of the police report, and witness statements. This documentation is vital to supporting your claim.
  • Communication With Adjusters: Be cautious when speaking with insurance adjusters. They are trained to minimize payouts, often by getting you to admit fault or downplay your injuries. Provide factual answers to their questions but avoid giving more information than necessary.
  • Understanding Insurance Tactics: Insurance companies might offer a quick settlement, which is often lower than what you may be entitled to. They may also delay the process or dispute your claim’s validity.
  • Seek Legal Assistance: Contact Fieger Law to handle communications with insurance companies. Our skilled negotiation can safeguard your rights and ensure you receive fair compensation for your losses.

Michigan’s No-Fault Insurance System

Michigan’s no-fault insurance system provides key benefits regardless of fault. These benefits include coverage for medical expenses, lost wages, and other necessary services through Personal Injury Protection (PIP). Understanding how this system works is crucial to receiving the support you need after an accident.

What Happens in Serious Injury Cases?

In cases of severe injury, you have the option to venture outside Michigan’s no-fault system to file a lawsuit for any damages that exceed PIP coverage. If you believe someone else’s negligence caused your accident, our attorneys can help you through this complex process and fight on your behalf for the compensation you deserve.

Why You Need to Get Legal Counsel After an Accident

For all of the reasons we’ve mentioned and more, it’s truly critical for you to get legal guidance after an accident. Car accidents can range from one-on-one crashes to multiple-vehicle pileups. They may include both drivers and passengers, and property damage can exceed tens of thousands of dollars. Worse yet, injuries can be severe, resulting in lifelong consequences and physical tolls.

Vehicle crashes are complex events, with multiple factors involved in each collision. There are many reasons why accidents occur, including:

  • Negligence
  • Poor weather conditions
  • Distracted driving
  • Alcohol

The role of a skilled car accident lawyer is to cut through the extraneous details and get to the cause. Our firm is renowned all over the world for investigating and demonstrating negligence in highly complex, layered cases.

To preserve evidence and pursue the benefits you deserve, you need a car accident attorney who understands accident law. You also need an attorney with a winning track record who won’t back down from large insurance companies or opposing counsel. Most importantly, you need someone who will fight to get you the money you need for your medical expenses, rehabilitation, family, and property.

Put simply, you need a law firm like Fieger Law to advocate on your behalf, but choosing a lawyer is a personal choice that requires you to make an informed decision. That’s why we share tips below to help you make the best decision possible after a car accident.

Tips for Choosing the Right Car Accident Attorney

Choosing the right car accident attorney is essential for managing your case and securing a positive result. Here are some tips to help you find a lawyer who can address your needs and representing your interests successfully:

  • Experience in Car Accident Cases: Look for an attorney with a strong track record in handling car accident cases similar to yours.
  • Past Case Results: Review their past case results to gauge their success rate and the types of settlements or verdicts they have secured.
  • Client Testimonials: Read testimonials from former clients to understand their experience working with the attorney and their satisfaction with the outcomes.
  • Communication and Availability: Ensure that the attorney is easily accessible and communicates clearly and regularly about the progress of your case.
  • Fee Structure: Understand their fee structure, including whether they work on a contingency basis, meaning they only receive payment if you win the case.

Why Choose Fieger Law?

After a car accident, choosing a lawyer is probably the most important decision you’ll make. Having an experienced legal team can make all the difference. Here’s why Fieger Law is a wise choice:

  • Decades of Experience: We’ve handled countless car accident cases, providing our elite knowledge to guide clients through complex legal challenges.
  • Proven Results: With over $500 million recovered for accident victims, our track record speaks for itself.
  • Compassionate Advocacy: We approach every case with compassion and a commitment to support you through this difficult time.
  • Unmatched Resources: From expert witnesses to cutting-edge technology, we have the tools to build a powerful case on your behalf.

Contact Our Michigan Car Accident Lawyers

After an accident, the stress on your life — both physical and financial — is overwhelming. At Fieger Law, we’re here to guide you every step of the way. Contact us today for a free consultation and let us fight to secure the justice and compensation you deserve.

ONE OF THE MOST SUCCESSFUL LAW FIRMS IN THE UNITED STATES

The attorneys at Fieger Law have won more than 165 verdicts and settlements of $1 million or more. Many of these were for victims of car accidents, including:

  • $15 million in a Detroit case in 2008
  • $30 million in Coe v. City of Dearborn in 2005
  • $30 million in an auto negligence case in Genesee County in 2000

We also represent claims involving:

Get the Compensation You Deserve

After a car accident, Fieger Law should be your first call. Our team of Detroit car accident attorneys try cases in virtually every state despite being based in Michigan. Our firm is responsible for some of the largest verdicts and settlements in the nation, with over $500 million obtained for vehicle accident victims alone.

Contact us today to schedule your free consultation. We’re ready to answer any questions you have about your case and start fighting on your behalf to get you the money you deserve for your injuries.