Social Security Disability After Age 50: Why Your Chances of Approval May Improve
Social Security Disability After Age 50: Why Your Chances of Approval May Improve If you’ve looked into Social Security Disability benefits before, you’ve probably heard someone say, “It gets easier after you turn 50.” While that isn’t entirely true, there … Continue reading
Michigan Mini Tort: What Is It and How Much Can You Recover?
Michigan Mini Tort: What Is It and How Much Can You Recover? One of the most common questions we get after a car accident is: “The accident wasn’t my fault. Can I make the other driver pay for the damage … Continue reading
Turned Down by Other Law Firms? Your Michigan Car Accident Case May Still Have Value.
Turned Down by Other Law Firms? Your Michigan Car Accident Case May Still Have Value. We recently settled a Michigan car accident case for $175,000 after two other law firms had already turned the case down. Honestly, that happens more … Continue reading
Third-Party Lawsuits in Michigan Car Accident Cases
What they are, when they apply, and why they matter If you’ve been in a car accident in Michigan, you’ve probably heard that Michigan is a “no-fault” state. That’s true, but it only tells part of the story. A lot … Continue reading
Dog Bite Injury in Michigan: What You Need to Know About Your Rights
Dog bites happen more often than people think, and they can lead to serious injuries, infections, and long-term issues. If you or your child has been bitten by a dog in Michigan, you may have a legal claim, even if … Continue reading
What to Expect at a Social Security Disability Hearing in Michigan
If you’ve applied for Social Security Disability in Michigan and been denied, you’re not alone. Most SSDI and SSI claims are denied at the initial levels. The next step is often a Social Security Disability hearing in front of an … Continue reading
Michigan’s Open and Obvious Defense Just Changed. Here’s Why That Matters If You’re Injured.
Michigan’s Open and Obvious Defense Just Changed. Here’s Why That Matters If You’re Injured. If you were hurt in a slip and fall or trip and fall in Michigan, you’ve probably heard the phrase “open and obvious.” For years, those … Continue reading
SSDI Work Credits Expire After 5 Years in Michigan. What You Need to Know Before You Apply
SSDI Work Credits Expire After 5 Years in Michigan. What You Need to Know Before You Apply Many people assume that if they worked for years and paid into Social Security, they will qualify for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) … Continue reading
Do All Resident Relatives Need To Be Listed On An Auto Policy
Michigan Car Insurance Claim Denials for Not Listing Resident Relatives As a Michigan personal injury lawyer, I am always telling people that auto insurance problems rarely show up until after a crash. Unfortunately, there is a new issue popping up … Continue reading
Michigan Car Insurance and the Commercial Use Exclusion: A Costly Surprise for Drivers
As a Michigan personal injury lawyer, I get these calls more often than you would think. A parent calls in upset because their kid was in a crash while delivering pizzas. No injuries, just property damage. Then the real shock … Continue reading