Top 10 Most Accident Prone Jobs

If you work in one of the following fields, there is a relatively high chance that you may be involved in some type of motor vehicle accident, whether it is a simple fender bender or even an accident where the vehicle is damaged to the point that it is deemed a total loss.

1. Travel Industry

2. Human resources

3. Health care

4. IT

5. Customer Service

6. Restaurant Workers

7. Real Estate

8. Professor

9. Accountant

10. Construction Worker

According to a recent study by online auto insurance company, Goji, "travel industry workers behind the wheel are 15 times more likely than drivers in marketing or advertising to be in an accident." 

Goji’s CEO, Justin Dangel said, “Accident claims have a big impact on car insurance rates for better or worse, but costs can vary widely based on the carrier, coverage desired and other personal factors — even your career, regardless of whether you drive for work or not." 

If you are involved in a car crash, regardless of your job, we are here to help you. The Michigan Law Firm, PLLC handles all varieties of auto and motorcycle accidents across the State of Michigan. Call us today at 844.4MI.FIRM or click here to send us important information about your potential injury lawsuit case.

Sources: 

Detroit Free Press

 

Michigan’s Decaying Roads

In 2014, the Michigan Transportation Asset Management Council released data which concluded that only 17% of roads in Michigan are in good condition. This means that a whopping 83% of roads in Michigan are considered to be in either fair or poor conditions.

The reason for such bad roads is, “a recent spate of historically harsh winters; a load weight limit for heavy trucks that is twice as high as any other state in the nation; the fact that we spend less per mile on road repairs than our neighboring states; the state doesn't always do an adequate job of following up on road construction warranty work, according to a recent state auditor general report, among other factors.”

On May 5th, 2015, Michigan voters will vote on Proposal 1, which intends to raise Michigan sales tax in order to create at least $1.2 billion a year, to add to Michigan’s road and bridge repair budget. Though Governor Rick Snyder is a huge proponent of the proposal, many opponents are worried that this may not be enough money to undo the damage, that it will cause deficits in various state funding, and that it may increase gas prices.

Whether Proposal 1 is passed or not, Michigan drivers still need to worry about the current conditions of roads and bridges. Despite melting ice and warmer temperatures, there are still pot holes, bumps, poorly laid asphalt, and dangerous debris, which can all cause car crashes.

The Michigan Law Firm, PLLC helps those who have been injured in auto accidents.  If you were injured in an accident caused by dangerous Michigan road conditions, call us at 844.4MI.FIRM for a free consultation with our experienced local team.  Our injury accident attorneys are ready to help.

Sources:

Detroit Free Press

Southeast Michigan Counsel of Governments

Smart Watches May Distract Drivers

According to a recent Transportation Research Laboratory (TRL) study, researchers have concluded that smart watches like the new Apple Watch may distract drivers.   Experts say using smart watches while driving can reduce the reaction time of the driver leading to a higher chance of causing an auto accident.

TRL determined that  reading a message on a smart watch would take the driver 2.52 seconds to react to an emergency, compared to 1.85 seconds for using a smartphone or 0.9 seconds for speaking to another passenger in the vehicle. 

The Michigan Law Firm, PLLC helps those who have been injured in auto accidents.  Call us at 844.4MI.FIRM for a free consultation with our experienced local team.

 

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Transportation Research Laboratory

Huffington Post

Pit Bulls in Hazel Park, Michigan

The City of Hazel Park, Michigan defines "any pit bull dog" as a dangerous animal.  Despite the current media surrounding the pit bull which may have been involved in assisting a Hazel Park resident in a domestic dispute, Hazel Park and numerous other cities throughout Michigan and across the country ban dangerous breeds of dogs such as pit bulls.  Pit bulls are often grouped by lawmakers into the aggressive category of dogs with breeds such as the Rottweiler, Doberman Pincher, and Chow Chow.

The Michigan Law Firm, PLLC will keep you uniformed with current news about new dog safety legislation and how your rights might be affected if you are involved in a Michigan dog bite accident.  We offer a free list of Michigan Dog Bite Resources to those who have been injured or want to learn more about dog bite safety and dog bite prevention.

The Michigan Law Firm, PLLC handles a variety of personal injury cases across the State of Michigan. Call us today at 844.4MI.FIRM or click here to send us important information about your potential injury lawsuit case. 

 

Sources:

City of Hazel Park

Drones in Michigan

The Michigan State Police have received authorization from the FAA to fly an Unmanned Aircraft System, or drone, to support "public safety efforts."  The Michigan State Police claim that missions for the drone aircraft may include "search and rescue, crime scene and crash investigations."  

The official authorization from the FAA was granted in February 25, 2015, but the Michigan State Police flew the drone on its first mission on March 4, 2015.  A representative for the Michigan State Police claims that the drone can assist with accident reconstruction, creating 3D images of crash scenes.

While the the impact on the civil rights of Michigan citizens remains to be seen, the additional documentation for auto accidents and motorcycle accidents may be important as this technology is implemented. 

The Michigan Law Firm, PLLC will continue to monitor the impact of the usage of drones on automobile and motorcycle accident lawsuits.

The Michigan Law Firm, PLLC is a  civil litigation firm specializing in personal injury cases including auto and motorcycle accidents, dog bites, slip & falls, and medical provider claims.  Contact us today at 844.4MI.FIRM for a free consultation. 

 

Sources:

Michigan State Police March 9, 2015 Press Release

We Can File Michigan Lawsuits In Every County

The Michigan Law Firm, PLLC can handle all varieties of personal injury cases including automobile accidents, medical provider cases, dog bites, and slip and falls across the State of Michigan.  There are several factors which determine where we may file a personal injury lawsuit on your behalf, including: where the accident occurred, where you live, and where the defendant is located.

Most of our Michigan personal injury cases are filed in the following counties:

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Lawsuits We Handle

The Michigan Law Firm, PLLC handles a variety of civil litigation lawsuits across Michigan.  Located in Birmingham, Michigan, The Michigan Law Firm, PLLC files lawsuits for those who have been injured in the following situations:

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