Southfield, MI (June 22, 2023) - A car accident with reported injuries took place in the Southfield area on Thursday, June 22.

At around 5:55 a.m., the collision happened on Interstate 696 WB close to M-10. The severity of the resulting injuries has not yet been established. Those in need of additional assistance were treated by the attending paramedics before being taken to neighboring hospitals. The roadway was closed for several hours and reopened after tow trucks were able to remove the resulting debris.

An ongoing crash investigation is in progress.

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

Speeding-Related Crashes in Michigan

A total of 9,478 individuals died in car crashes in 2019, or more than 25 per day, as a result of speeding, which accounted for 26% of all traffic fatalities. Speeding was a factor in 8,544 fatal motor vehicle collisions overall. Speeding increases the likelihood of collisions and the risk of severe or catastrophic injuries. Nearly 29% of all fatal auto accidents were caused by speeding drivers that year. You should speak with a lawyer as soon as you can after suffering injuries in a car accident to start your compensation claim. While you concentrate on getting better, your attorney can start working on your case to make sure you get fair and adequate compensation for your injuries and any damages. You should hire an experienced attorney because personal injury cases may be time-consuming and difficult for those without the right experience. You will want to do everything you can to make sure that your case is as strong as it can be.Never put off filing a claim if a negligent driver left you with injuries. If you miss certain deadlines, you might not be able to submit a claim at all, and the insurer might use this delay as an excuse to decrease your settlement. You will basically lose your right to receive any compensation for your damages if the statute of limitations runs out. Your attorney will do everything possible to meet these and other important deadlines. You need to ensure that you do not forfeit your right to receive complete and just compensation for your damages. If you intend to make a personal injury claim for damages after suffering injuries in a car accident, speak with a Southfield car accident attorney as soon as possible. Dealing with insurance companies on your own can be difficult, and these organizations have a reputation for taking advantage of accident victims who are unrepresented by attorneys. Most accident victims lack the knowledge required to file a personal injury claim, but working with a lawyer increases your chances of receiving just compensation for your losses. The attorneys at Christopher Trainor & Associates will fight to ensure that you receive the care and assistance needed for a full recovery. Call our offices at 248-886-8650 if you need to discuss your injuries with a qualified lawyer.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.