Over 11 million car accidents occur in the United States per year. Tragically, those accidents result in nearly 36,000 deaths per year. Poor weather-related driving conditions, like snow days that occur often in Michigan, are associated with 7000 fatalities, 800 000 injuries, and more than 1.5 million vehicular crashes annually in the United States. Sustaining serious injuries as a result of a motor vehicle accident it can be tragic. If you’ve been involved in a car accident and as a result have sustained an injury, it’s natural to worry about how you will pay for the necessary medical treatment, the repairs to your vehicle, and other expenses. If you or your loved one was fatally injured in an accident, it’s vital that you know what benefits you may be entitled to and how to properly pursue those benefits under the law in Michigan.

The Motor City Accident Attorneys team of attorneys understands the stress and confusion that a car or other motor vehicle accident can cause to the victims and their families. The Motor City Accident Attorneys team of attorneys have spent years building up experience and litigating motor vehicle accident cases in Michigan, including head-on collisions, hit-and-run accidents, and accidents related to snowy, icy roads and have recovered millions of dollars for our clients. Your claim will be handled in a prompt and organized fashion that will ensure you get the results you deserve.

Important Steps to Take When in an Accident

1. Seek medical attention as quickly as possible. Cooperate with law enforcement and medical personnel at the scene. Explain your injuries in a clear and precise way. If you didn’t immediately go to the hospital, see your doctor or physician as soon as you can. Medical treatment will help to heal your injuries and will also document your injuries, which will help build your case.
2. Take pictures of the scene of the auto accident, of all vehicles involved, and if possible, any physical injuries that occurred as a result of the accident. Taking pictures of the entire scene of the accident makes sure attorneys can more effectively negotiate your case.
3. Pay attention to what the at-fault party says or admits at the accident scene. Ask the at-fault party what they think may have caused the accident. Usually, their answers can be used in the future in court.
4. Pay close attention to the police officer investigating the accident. Take notes regarding what the police officer said about the cause of the accident. If the officer issued a citation, find out who the citation was issued to and the reason for the citation. If you can, get a copy of the police report and keep it for your records.
5. Make sure you don’t talk to any insurance representatives (unless it’s from your own insurance company). If an insurance adjustor asks to record your answers to their questions, refuse to if you have not been given the guidance of one of our experienced attorneys first. Many times, insurance companies encourage you to admit responsibility, like confessing that you were speeding or talking on your cell phone. If anyone requests a statement from you, make sure to seek legal advice first from one of our attorneys first.
6. Be patient. Remember, your health is what’s most important. Injuries will take time to heal. Consistently follow the treatment plan your doctors outlined for you with the goal in mind of becoming pain free.

If Necessary, We Will Take Your Case to Court

Since the team of attorneys at Motor City Accident Attorneys have a broad-range of litigation experience, we never hesitate to go to court if necessary. Even though most of our vehicle accident claims are settled out of court, we ensure our clients the peace of mind that we’ll do whatever it takes to get them maximum compensation.
There is absolutely no cost to you unless we win your case, as with all personal injury cases for our clients. Don’t hesitate to contact an attorney from Motor City Accident Attorneys team of attorneys if you have been injured in any sort of vehicle accident. To schedule a consultation with an attorney regarding your vehicle accident, please call 1-800-411-PAIN or feel free to contact us via email.