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What’s My Case Worth?

Last updated: May 29, 2026

It’s not a simple answer. Many factors determine the worth of a personal injury claim. And the best way to get an individualized answer for the unique circumstances of your situation is to consult with one of our…

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When An Accident Involves An Emergency

Last updated: May 29, 2026

Vehicle Emergency vehicle accidents can result in serious injuries, such as paralysis, or even death because of the high rate of speed ambulances and police squad cars are traveling. Michigan law requires drivers to…

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Was The Other Driver In Your Accident Texting Or Distracted?

Last updated: May 29, 2026

It is against the law to text while driving in Michigan. Use of cellphones behind the wheel continues to be a rising cause of accidents and injuries on the road. Distracted driving can have a devastating impact on those…

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Do I Still Have A Case If The Driver Took Off?

Last updated: May 29, 2026

Many people assume that they have no claim if the driver took off after an accident. That’s not always true. Because Michigan requires drivers to have No-Fault insurance, it could be possible to make a claim with your…

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Child Injuries From Auto Accidents

Last updated: May 29, 2026

Maximize The Benefits For Your Injured Child A parent’s worst fear is seeing your child hurt and injured. When another person is at fault for their pain and suffering, you feel angry. You may feel guilty that you could…

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In Drunk Driving Accidents, Multiple Parties Could Be Responsible

Last updated: May 29, 2026

A bar, tavern, restaurant or other establishment that sells alcohol could be held liable if they acted negligently when serving an individual, and that individual goes on to get behind the wheel and injure or kill…

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What To Do After an Auto Accident

Last updated: May 29, 2026

Many accident victims feel overwhelmed with anxiety and stress as they try to navigate through medical bills and questions from their insurance company all while trying to regain their health. You want someone on your…

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Seek Compensation For Trucking Accident Injuries

Last updated: May 29, 2026

A plethora of additional duties and liability claims exist when an accident is caused by a truck driver. There are issues regarding the amount of hours an individual has driven that could affect the ability to drive…

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What Is Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy?

Last updated: May 29, 2026

Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy (also known as RSD) and complex regional pain syndrome (CRPS) is a terrible condition that causes debilitating pain, often in the arms, hands, legs or feet. Symptoms sometimes show up after…

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Important Points To Remember After A Dog Bite

Last updated: May 29, 2026

Michigan is considered a strict liability state when it comes to dog bites and other injuries related to the actions of an animal. That means even if the dog’s owner had no indication the dog would bite, he or she can…

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How A Lawyer Can Help You Get Benefits From Insurance

Last updated: May 29, 2026

Insurance companies aren’t always providing you with all of the information when it comes to benefits after an injury from an accident. Michigan’s requirement of No-Fault insurance means accident victims are supposed to…

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Did Insurance Deny Your No-Fault Claim?

Last updated: May 29, 2026

Michigan is a “No-Fault” state, meaning that people injured in a car accident are entitled to insurance benefits regardless of who was at fault. State law requires that drivers carry No-Fault insurance, which is meant…

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How To Recover Lost Wages After An Injury

Last updated: May 29, 2026

When the unexpected occurs and you’ve lost the ability to work and provide for your family, you need more than just your medical bills paid. Many factors can determine whether you have a successful claim for wage loss…

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Whiplash TBI and Other Common Injuries

Last updated: May 29, 2026

If you have been injured in an accident, you are probably overwhelmed, worried and angry. You may even be depressed. These feelings are normal. Harris Altman PC has decades of experience helping clients sort through…

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Getting Benefits From Insurance

Last updated: May 29, 2026

Insurance companies aren’t always providing you with all of the information when it comes to benefits after an injury from an accident. Michigan’s requirement of No-Fault insurance means accident victims are supposed to…

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Personal injury attorney can help assess wrongful death claim

Last updated: June 8, 2026

As the weather starts to get colder, Michigan motorcycle enthusiasts are likely making the most of the days before the climate becomes less inviting to open-air riding. Unfortunately, even the most experienced riders…

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Woman suffers serious personal injury in dog attack

Last updated: May 29, 2026

Many people believe their pets are incapable of inflicting harm. Unfortunately, dog bite attacks that result in serious personal injury to victims are all too common. One Michigan woman said to be 59 years old, is now…

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Car accidents can change Michigan families forever

Last updated: June 8, 2026

One of the greatest fears parents may have is not being able to keep their family safe from harm. Regardless of how diligently one drives, car accidents can be some of the most unpredictable dangers. Recently, one…

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Car accidents can lead to devastation for many families

Last updated: May 29, 2026

When Michigan residents think of fatal car accidents, they probably imagine a multi-car pileup on the interstate or a state highway. Car accidents in parking lots and other private property usually only consist of…

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Truckers liable for crashes caused by fatigue

Last updated: May 29, 2026

Michigan drivers share the road with commercial vehicles every day, and for the most part, these interactions are uneventful. However, all it takes is one trucker to violate one trucking regulation for an interaction to…