Canton, MI (June 9, 2023) - At least one person was hurt following a car accident in the Canton area on Friday morning, June 9.

The crash was first reported at around 7:14 a.m. on Interstate 275 SB near Michigan Avenue in Wayne County. There were confirmed injuries, but the extent and number of resulting injuries have not yet been confirmed. The injured parties were later hospitalized for additional treatment.

An ongoing crash investigation is underway.

Our thoughts are with the injured victims and their families at this time. We hope for their full recovery.

Michigan Distracted Driving Crashes

According to recent data, distracted driving accidents have increased nationally and locally here in Michigan in the past five years, rising by 11% and 27%, respectively. Distracted driving is defined as any activity that prevents a driver from paying attention to the road and safely operating their car. A distracted driver was at fault in 1,263 rear-end incidents in 2021, and among drivers age 21 and older, the rate of driving distraction was close to 3.5 percent.Car accidents can happen at any time, and they usually occur when you least expect them. In a car accident, there is a considerable possibility you will sustain serious injuries, and victims sometimes do not know how to handle the process of recovery. The accident is only the beginning of a protracted healing process, and it can take several weeks, months, or even years to fully recover.When another driver's irresponsibility caused your injuries, you will have to battle to get the compensation you are due. You should see a personal injury attorney with experience managing personal injury lawsuits if you want to protect your legal rights. For you and your family, your attorney will strive to obtain the highest settlement possible.Contact a Canton personal injury lawyer right now if you want to file a personal injury claim for damages. It can be difficult to take on an insurance company on your own, and these large companies have a reputation for taking advantage of unrepresented crash victims since many people lack experience submitting personal injury claims. If you consult with a lawyer, your chances of submitting a successful claim will be greatly improved, and the legal team at Christopher Trainor & Associates will fight to ensure that you receive the funding and care necessary for a full recovery. Call our offices at 248-886-8650 right away to discuss your problem with a professional attorney.Note:Our firm utilized outside sources when creating this post. We have not independently verified the facts regarding this accident. If you find incorrect information, 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: The 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.