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Michigan Personal Injury FAQs

The following frequently asked questions are provided to let you know your rights and how The Stroble Law Firm can help you if you are a victim of a personal injury.

Based in Bloomfield Hills, The Stroble Law Firm represents clients across Michigan, including Macomb County, Oakland County, Warren, Clinton Township, Sterling Heights, St. Clair Shores, Mount Clemens, Utica, Roseville, Troy, Farmington Hills, Waterford, Southfield, Pontiac, Birmingham Michigan, Rochester Hills, West Bloomfield and Bloomfield Hills. Call The Stroble Law Firm at (888) 454-0801, or contact us online for an evaluation of your claim.

Personal injury accidents cover a range of injuries resulting from car accidents, truck accidents, other vehicle accidents, medical malpractice, birth injuries, slip and fall accidents or dog bites. While not every accident is cause for financial compensation, personal injury law provides a legal method by which you can recover damages for the harm you've suffered if your injury was caused by the fault, carelessness or negligence of another person or party.

To find out whether you have a personal injury case, contact The Stroble Law Firm for a free consultation with one of our injury attorneys. We will assess your accident and injuries and advise you as to whether you should go forward with a personal injury case.

  1. What types of compensation might I be eligible to receive from a personal injury case?

    In Michigan, the person who negligently injured you may be held responsible for the harm you've suffered. Depending on the extent of your injuries, and the settlement you receive, your compensation could include:

    • Payment of past, current, and future medical expenses
    • Attendant care
    • Reimbursement for travel to and from medical care facilities
    • Lost wages
    • Permanent disfigurement or disability; and
    • Money for household services you are no longer able to perform because of your injury.

    The personal injury lawyers at The Stroble Law Firm will be able to give you an idea of the compensation you could receive if you pursue a personal injury lawsuit.

    2. Vehicle Accidents

  2. I was seriously injured in a car accident. How can an automobile attorney help me recover money for my medical bills?

    If you have been seriously injured in a vehicle accident caused by another motorist, you have a right under the law to claim compensation for your injuries. You should contact a car accident lawyer before talking to the insurance companies or signing any forms. An auto accident lawyer can typically recover greater damage settlements or awards for you than you could obtain on your own.

    Insurance companies want to settle cases as quickly as they can, and they may not have your best interests in mind when assessing the case and determining your compensation. Our goal at The Stroble Law Firm is to ensure that you and your family obtain fair compensation based on your injuries.

    The personal injury lawyers at The Stroble Law Firm have extensive experience evaluating accidents and identifying all of the contributing factors and potential defendants. We understand personal injury law in Michigan and we have the skill to deal with the insurance companies, accident investigations, witness interviews and settlements. We represent people injured in accidents involving cars, trucks, motorcycles, snowmobiles, bicycles and pedestrians.

  3. Should I admit that I was partially responsible for the vehicle accident?

    No. Michigan is considered a "no-fault" state in which your insurance company pays for your medical expenses, lost wages, and the damage caused to another party’s property. However, even if you think you caused the accident, you should not volunteer any information that could affect your case. The other driver may be as much, or more, at fault than you and the police will make the determination of the at-fault party. Anything you say to the police or the other driver may be used against you later to deny a legitimate insurance claim for your personal injuries.

    There is also the possibility that police or the insurance company will find defective equipment, malfunctioning traffic signals, misplaced road signs, or other causes for the accident of which you were not aware. The vehicle accident lawyers at The Stroble Law Firm can work with you to determine the next steps and help you get the compensation you deserve even if you are partially at fault.

  4. A tractor trailer driver caused the accident in which I was involved. Who is responsible for the compensation I am due?

    It is possible that multiple parties will be responsible for your injuries. While the truck driver could potentially be ticketed or fined for the truck accident, as well as being held liable in a lawsuit, depending on the cause of the accident others can be liable as well, including the trucking company and multiple insurance companies.

    A timely and thorough investigation is extremely important in a truck accident as there are many different reasons for trucking accidents, such as driver fatigue, inadequate training, speeding, defective equipment and violation of safety or hours of service standards.

    It is important to contact a truck accident lawyer immediately if you have been involved in a truck accident. Unraveling the cause of a trucking accident is complex and the insurance companies will want to settle quickly and for the least amount of money possible. The truck accident attorneys at The Stroble Law Firm know how to deal with the multiple parties and insurance companies that will be involved in your accident, and we want to see you get the compensation you deserve.

    5. Medical Malpractice

  5. I have more health problems now than I had before I went to the doctor. Can I sue for medical malpractice?

    If your declining health had nothing to do with the doctor’s skill or care, then medical malpractice is probably not an issue in your case. As with all personal injury cases, negligence, carelessness or the failure to meet the applicable standard of care must be present in order to bring a medical malpractice lawsuit.

    Medical malpractice can encompass many types of medical mistakes from birth injuries to improper diagnosis or failure to diagnose diseases, to surgical errors to miscommunication among healthcare professionals, all leading to a serious injury. In addition, physicians are not the only health care professional who can commit medical malpractice. Violators of the expected standard of care can include dentists, chiropractors, therapists, hospitals, pharmaceutical companies, pharmacists, nurses, lab technicians and physician's assistants.

    State law allows patients to pursue compensation if they are injured by a medical professional; however, medical malpractice lawsuits are complex and difficult to prove, and the hospital and medical team lawyers will vigorously defend your claims. The medical malpractice attorneys at The Stroble Law Firm represent patients and their families whose health care provider has breached the standard of reasonable care in diagnosing or treating medical conditions. We help our clients in Michigan recover what is rightfully theirs.

  6. I have already been through so much with the devastation from the medical mistake made by my doctor, and I just don't think I can handle the added stress of a lawsuit. Is it worth it?

    While no amount of money can make up for the mental and physical stress you have already endured due to medical negligence, by holding the medical team accountable for mistakes you can receive compensation to relieve the burden of your financial needs. In addition, your pursuit of a lawsuit may prevent the same thing from happening to others.

    In Michigan, the law generally allows victims of medical malpractice to file claims within a set period after the discovery of an injury or condition. Placing a timeline until the conclusion of the case is difficult, but with the possibility of settlement or arbitration, the burden placed on you may be minimal. The medical malpractice lawyers at The Stroble Law Firm know how to fight for your rights, and will help make the process as painless as possible for you. We have helped many victims of medical malpractice in Michigan recover what was rightfully theirs -- and we can help you too. Contact us at (888) 454-0801,or contact us online.

    7. Wrongful Death

  7. How do I go about filing a wrongful death lawsuit?

    If you are the dependent or beneficiary of someone who has died in an accident, you may be entitled to seek compensation. The death of your loved one from a vehicle crash, a workplace accident or medical error that was caused by the negligence or reckless behavior of another person may constitute a viable wrongful death claim.

    According to the Michigan wrongful death statute, the victim's death must have been caused by the wrongful, negligent, careless, or reckless act of a person, company, or municipality. The law entitles the victim’s immediate family and any other dependents to monetary damages, based on the defendant's conduct.

    To file a wrongful death lawsuit you will want to contact a wrongful death law firm that has extensive experience evaluating and preparing wrongful death claims. At The Stroble Law Firm, our wrongful death attorneys recognize that no amount of money will compensate for the loss of your loved one, but we want to help you get a fair and just settlement on behalf of your loved one.

    The Stroble Law Firm will evaluate your case and can help you seek compensation for damages including medical, hospital and funeral expenses, pain and suffering of the deceased, loss of financial support, and loss of companionship. Our wrongful death lawyers stand ready to help you, and to send a strong message that we will hold those accountable for the negligent act that caused your loved one’s death. Contact us at (888) 454-0801, or contact us online.

  8. Do I only have workers' compensation to draw from in the case of my husband's wrongful death at work?

    The state of Michigan requires employers to maintain workers' compensation that covers death benefits to the dependents of a deceased worker. However, in the state of Michigan, if someone other than either the worker, the employer, or a co-worker is responsible for the worker's death, that “third party” can be sued. If a worker dies because of the bad design of a machine which the employer purchased from an independent company, for example, the survivors can sue the manufacturer of that machine for compensation.

    Proving that negligence or carelessness by a third party resulted in death can be expensive and time-consuming. In some cases, if an employer has paid workers’ compensation benefits and the family later obtains a recovery from a third party, the employer may be entitled to be paid back for the workers’ compensation benefits.

    In order to determine whether liability against a third party exists, and to maximize your compensation, working with an experienced wrongful death law firm is critical. Timely investigation is important, and The Stroble Law Firm uses the right combination of innovation, creativity and commitment to get you the compensation you deserve.

Contact Stroble Law Firm Today

Based in Bloomfield Hills, The Stroble Law Firm represents clients across Michigan, including Macomb County, Oakland County, Warren, Clinton Township, Sterling Heights, St. Clair Shores, Mount Clemens, Utica, Roseville, Troy, Farmington Hills, Waterford, Southfield, Pontiac, Birmingham Michigan, Rochester Hills, West Bloomfield and Bloomfield Hills. Call The Stroble Law Firm at (888) 454-0801, or contact us online for an evaluation of your claim.

If you or someone you love has suffered serious injuries or death in a personal injury accident in Michigan caused by the negligence of another person, call the injury lawyers at the Stroble Law Firm at (888) 454-0801, or contact us online for a free evaluation of your case.