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USA Underwriters, Fraud, and Michigan Car Accident Claims

USA Underwriters is writing a lot of car insurance policies in Michigan. However, it has been our experience the company is extremely aggressive in delaying payments, denying claims, and outright rescinding policies by alleging fraud on the part of its customers. Our law office handles car accidents all over Michigan. USA Underwriters has gotten very […]

Why Do Car Insurance Rates Keep Going Up?

No matter where you live car insurance rates keep increasing. A recent report showed a 14% annual increase in car insurance costs across the country in 2022. The average annual cost of insurance for a car is now $2,014. In many states, like Michigan, the cost is much higher. In 2019, Michigan made drastic changes […]

How Michigan’s Recreational Marijuana Law Affects Car Accidents Settlements

When Michigan legalized recreational marijuana in 2018, it changed certain aspects of state law, including how car accident cases are handled. While recreational cannabis use is now legal for adults, driving under its influence remains strictly prohibited. The problem is that proving impairment, determining fault, and securing fair compensation in a marijuana-related accident isn’t always […]

Most Common Types of Car Accidents

Automobile accidents happen to almost everyone at some point in our lifetime. Thankfully, most do not cause fatalities, but that doesn’t mean everyone walks away unscathed. Even minor injuries lead to significant medical expenses, lost wages, and a decreased ability to do the things you love. Becoming a skilled and attentive driver is the best way […]

What Injuries Can You Get from a Car Accident?

Every year, tens of thousands of Michigan residents suffer serious injuries as a direct result of vehicular accidents. The severity of these crashes can vary greatly — some collisions may only cause minor scrapes and bruises, while others can result in catastrophic or even fatal injuries.  If you were injured in a traffic accident and […]

5 Driving Risks That Target Teen Drivers Deadliest Days

Key Points of This Article: Thousands of teenage drivers from communities all across Michigan will be getting behind the wheel for the first time this summer. And, if you’re their parent, it is common to feel both excited but also anxious for this considerable feat. But sadly, driving-related crashes remain the leading cause of death […]