Detroit, MI (March 21, 2022) - A husband and wife from Lapeer lost their lives in an auto accident in Independence Township on the morning of Monday, March 21. At approximately 10:45 p.m., their vehicle collided with another vehicle on Ortonville Road.

Reports say the wreck happened on Ortonville Road near Rattalee Lake Road. The two victims were pronounced deceased at the scene. One was a 47-year-old female and the other was a 48-year-old male.

The other driver involved sustained injuries and was transported from the scene to a local hospital by ambulance. Authorities are still investigating the details of the wreck.

We would like to offer our sincere condolences to the family of the deceased victims at this time.

Michigan Car Wrecks

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Car accidents in Michigan happen each and every day. Each year, the Wolverine State sees more than 300,000 collisions. Fortunately, the majority of these wrecks only result in property damage or minor injuries. However, approximately 70,000 people are hurt in car wrecks across the state of Michigan each year, and more than 1,000 victims end up losing their lives due to the severity of their injuries.

A serious car crash can be devastating for those involved, especially if people lose their lives. Additionally recovering financial compensation can be extremely challenging, especially for those unfamiliar with personal injury law and the laws surrounding wrongful death in Michigan. The majority of those victimized by car accidents are unsure of how to move forward, or how to protect their legal rights. This can make filing a personal injury or wrongful death claim a difficult task.

Enlisting the help of a trusted car crash lawyer in Michigan can make all the difference in your ability to financially recover from the aftermath of your accident. Depending on the circumstances of the wreck, recovering in other ways may be more difficult. A skilled and experienced attorney will help you get the medical care you require in order to experience a successful recovery, be it physical, emotional, or both.

Wrongful Death Attorneys in Detroit

Losing a loved one is one of the most devastating experiences we face. In the circumstance that you have lost a loved one due to the negligence of another person, you may be enduring a plethora of different emotions, ranging from sadness and grief to anger, frustration, and despair. We, at the Michigan Legal Center, know that nothing could ever compensate for the loss of your family member. However, we are here to lift some of the financial burden off of your shoulders during this difficult time so you are able to focus on recovering in other more important ways.

The wrongful death attorneys in Detroit at the Michigan Legal Center have been helping grieving family members recover financial compensation for many years. We firmly believe that losing a family member due to another person’s negligence should never result in surviving relatives having to pay money. Allow or trusted team of lawyers help you get the compensation you deserve after enduring the untimely loss of your loved one.

Financial compensation can help cover things like funeral and burial costs, outstanding medical bills, and more depending on your current situation and the circumstances of the accident. Call our law firm today to get started on your case at Call 248-886-8650 to discuss your situation and see how we can assist you.

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.