Lansing, MI (July 4, 2023) - Five people were hurt following a car accident in the Lansing area on Tuesday morning, July 4.

The collision involved two vehicles and was reported at the intersection of Larch Street and Michigan Avenue at around 5:37 a.m. The driver of a silver Camry reportedly crashed into a red Ford Mustang. The impact resulted in debris being strewn across the intersection.

Both alcohol and speed are believed to have played a role in the accident. Two people in the Mustang and three in the Camry were injured. The driver of the Camry fled the scene and is currently being pursued by authorities.

The area was closed for several hours while emergency units were present.

An ongoing investigation into the cause of the accident is in progress.

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

Car Accidents in Michigan

Most of us depend on our cars to travel around and live our lives. According to statistics from the Criminal Justice Information Center of the Michigan State Police, there were 52,487 injuries in 284,049 auto accidents reported in Michigan in 2011. Reckless drivers can be held liable when they cause a car accident, and those who were hurt may be able to file a personal injury claim for compensation with the assistance of an experienced attorney.After a car accident, you should contact a lawyer as soon as possible to begin gathering the evidence you will need to support your claim. You need to do whatever you can to strengthen your case, and you should never try to handle your claim on your own. Always seek legal advice from a personal injury attorney. Only a lawyer with experience with auto accident claims can manage your claim successfully. There are important deadlines following a significant auto accident that could seriously affect your case or even prevent you from ever collecting compensation. This is why you must act right away if you have suffered injuries in a car accident. The insurance company will probably use every excuse they can think of to pay you less money than you truly need to cover your damages, so you must fight for your right to compensation at all costs.You could be eligible to file a personal injury claim if you or someone close to you was hurt in an automobile accident. However, you need to consult with a knowledgeable personal injury lawyer before you seek lost compensation. You are more likely to make sure that the driver who caused the accident is held accountable and that you obtain fair compensation for your damages with an experienced attorney on your side. You will be able to concentrate on making a full recovery while your trusted attorney handles your case. Call our offices at 248-886-8650 to arrange a free consultation with a Lansing personal injury attorney from Christopher Trainor & Associates.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.