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How the Michigan Workers’ Compensation Agency Protects Injured Workers

Getting hurt on the job is stressful enough: fighting for your benefits shouldn’t be another battle. Many workers assume their employer’s insurance will cover everything, only to run into delays, denials, and endless red tape. When that happens, the Michigan Workers’ Compensation Agency (WCA) is supposed to step in and make sure that injured employees […]

Why is Michigan’s Auto Insurance So Expensive?

Drivers in Michigan pay an average of $3,356 per year for full auto insurance coverage. Although not the highest, Michigan does have some of the highest auto premiums in the United States.  Why does Michigan have some of the highest auto insurance costs in the country? More importantly, how does this impact you if you’re […]

Laws Meant to Protect Tenants Don’t Survive Michigan Court Ruling

Landlords scored a major victory this month when the Michigan Supreme Court refused to overturn or even hear oral arguments on a published case released by the Michigan Court of Appeals in March 2024. The ruling allows landlords to escape liability when they fail to adequately maintain their properties from slip-and-fall accidents, particularly falls on […]

Rules for Driving in Ice and Snow in Michigan

Our law office handles auto accidents related to winter conditions, such as ice and snow, every day. We want to ensure everyone drives safely and gets to their destination without any injuries or vehicle damage. According to the Michigan State Police, in 2023, ice caused 8,742 crashes, and snow caused 10,840 crashes. Although snow and […]

Emotional and Psychological Effects of Dog Bites: Why Legal Help is Crucial

Dog bites are often associated with physical injuries like deep puncture wounds, torn skin, or even more severe outcomes like broken bones, nerve damage, or infections. But there’s another side to these incidents that often goes unaddressed: the emotional and psychological toll.   For many victims, the aftermath of a dog bite goes beyond physical scars. […]

What to Do After a Michigan Boating Accident?

When you live in Michigan, there’s nothing like cruising on the Great Lakes or one of its countless inland lakes. The cool breeze, the tranquil air, and the shimmering water draw hundreds of locals and tourists every year. While most recreational boat rides are enjoyable and leave you with lasting memories, others end in tragedy. […]

Slip and Fall on Black Ice – Can I Sue?

Michigan winters inevitably bring snow and ice. However, one of the most dangerous aspects of wintertime in Michigan is the black ice that forms on many walkways, parking lots, sidewalks, streets, and highways. By its very nature, black ice is difficult to see and causes many serious injuries. The law in Michigan is not easy […]