Detroit, MI (March 15, 2022) - Traffic was backed up on a roadway in Detroit on the afternoon of March 13 due to a car accident with verified injuries. The crash happened at around 3:20 p.m.

Numerous responders were observed at the scene, located on Interstate 96 near the Jeffries Freeway. The wreck happened in the westbound lanes and had traffic backed up to Telegraph Road on Sunday afternoon.

Police asked drivers in the area to steer clear of the scene while responders were present. Emergency personnel including police, EMTS, and fire crews were seen helping at the site of the wreck.

The total number of injured victims has not been reported to the public at this time. Police in Detroit are still investigating the details of the incident.

Our thoughts are with everyone involved and affected.

Motor Vehicle Accidents in Michigan

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Car accidents occur constantly in the state of Michigan. On average, each day, there are approximately 800 car accidents. This number sounds alarming, however, the majority of these wrecks do not result in injuries. Although when they do, victims can face numerous difficulties in trying to get their lives back on track.

It is estimated that approximately 75,000 people are hurt in car crashes throughout Michigan every year. Drivers can try to avoid being involved in serious accidents by driving at a safe speed while abiding by street signs, lights, and signals, and keeping their attention on the road at all times.

However, thousands of drivers choose to disregard safety regulations and check their social media while driving, etc. causing serious and even deadly car accidents. Driver negligence is the leading cause of auto accidents in Michigan and throughout the United States. Ignoring traffic signals/signs is a dangerous form of driver negligence that contributes to over 90% of car wrecks.

If you believe that you were involved in a car crash caused by negligence, contacting a motor vehicle accident attorney in Michigan is in your best interest. Read the next two paragraphs to learn more about how you can benefit from the help of an attorney if you’ve been hurt in a crash.

Detroit Auto Accident Attorneys

A car crash attorney in Detroit can help you recover from your recent crash in more ways than one. If you were not totally at fault for the accident you were involved in, a lawyer will be able to help you get the money you need to pay your bills. Numerous costs can stem from being hurt in a crash, ranging from medical bills to vehicle repair costs.

At Michigan Legal Center, our lawyers work to help you move forward financially after being injured in an auto accident. We understand how difficult it may be to be seriously hurt and have to deal with difficult financial issues at the same time. Having a lawyer on your side can help you protect your rights and get the compensation you deserve.

Even if you were partially at fault for the crash, you may still qualify for compensation. Contact our law office online or call our office for a free consultation at 248-886-8650 at your earliest convenience. Our services will cost you nothing unless you are awarded financial compensation.

Note: Our firm utilized outside sources when creating this post. We have not independently verified the facts regarding this accident. If you find information that is incorrect, contact Christopher Trainor & Associates immediately so that we correct the post to reflect the most accurate information available about the accident. This post can be removed upon request.

Disclaimer: This information provided in this post is not intended to be legal or medical advice. The photograph used in this post was not taken at the actual accident scene. This post is not a solicitation for business.