Macomb Twp, MI (December 9, 2021) - On Tuesday, December 7, an 81-year-old man was injured due to a traffic collision reported in Macomb Township. Initial reports reveal that the two-car crash occurred at approximately 8:15 a.m.
Responders were dispatched to the intersection of 21 Mile Road and North Avenue to assist at the scene. The 81-year-old driver was headed south on North Avenue in a silver Chevrolet S10 pickup truck when he tried to turn left onto 21 Mile Road.
The snow plow’s driver sustained no injuries in the collision. While crews worked to secure the scene, the westbound lanes of 21 Mile Road were closed from Fairchild Road to North Avenue. Northbound North Avenue was closed between Hall and 21 Mile Roads.
Paramedics and other responders were seen assisting at the site of the wreck, and the 81-year-old driver was rushed to a nearby hospital with critical injuries.
Nothing further has been reported at this time. Our thoughts are with those involved. Authorities in Macomb continue to investigate.
Our thoughts are with the victim and their family at this time. We hope for a full recovery.
Across the nation, major contributors to car crashes have remained relatively consistent for the past 50 years. Information from statistics provided by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration shows that driver error is a factor in 94% of all auto accidents in the United States. The top contributing factors to Detroit and Michigan car crashes include:
It is worth mentioning that Michigan is rated the most dangerous and deadly state when it comes to driving in the winter months. More fatalities occur due to car accidents that happen during Michigan winters than Alaskan winter crashes.
Contacting a Michigan car accident lawyer is in your best interest if you have recently been injured in an auto crash. An attorney will be able to help you understand the importance of your existing legal right toward financial compensation if you believe that your injuries were the result of another person’s negligence.
Were you left with life-changing injuries and losses after being victimized in a car accident in Macomb? The Macomb personal injury attorneys at the Michigan Legal Center want you to know that it is your legal right, under Michigan law, to seek financial compensation for the damages you may have endured. Our team is dedicated to helping you handle the legal details surrounding your personal injury claim and will stop at nothing to get you the financial compensation and justice that you deserve.
Our car crash attorneys in Macomb are experts in personal injury law and at handling car accident cases. We have represented car crash victims for decades and are highly skilled at fighting the insurance companies for full and fair financial compensation. We have recovered millions of dollars in settlements for our clients and won cases across a variety of practice areas.
Contact our firm online or by phone at (248) 886-8650 at your earliest convenience in order to be connected with a skilled and compassionate personal injury lawyer who will be able to get you on the fastest track to recovery.
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