Kent Co., MI (January 12, 2024) – Authorities were summoned to provide assistance at the scene of an automobile accident that took place in Kent County. The West Michigan Transportation Operations Center reported the collision at approximately 4:07 p.m. on January 11.

According to reports, an automobile accident took place on the westbound side of Interstate 196. The incident caused disruptions in the area just after Market Street at Exit 73. Medical personnel responded to care for the injured victims while on site. Emergency medical services rendered aid to the injured parties before transporting them to local hospitals. At this time, the Michigan State Police are investigating the incident.

Our thoughts go out to those harmed as a result of this accident.

Car Accidents in Michigan

Kent Co., MI – MDOT Reports Crash on I-196 after Market Ave Every year, tens of thousands of motor vehicle accidents that result in injuries are reported in Michigan. Unfortunately, the vast majority of these accidents are caused by negligent and reckless parties. When drivers operate their vehicles recklessly or negligently, it can have devastating consequences for others around. Unfortunately, many victims suffer injuries and accidents that affect their lives forever. Some of the most common injuries reported in vehicle collisions include

Contusions: it is very common for victims of car crashes to experience significant bruising. Unfortunately, bruises can last for several days or even weeks following an accident.
Sprains: the stretching or tearing of a ligament can be incredibly painful. Many victims suffer these injuries due to motor vehicle accidents in our state.
Strains: an injury to the muscle or the tendon can be incredibly difficult to deal with. Unfortunately, strains are reported quite often in motor vehicle accidents across our state.

If you have suffered a serious injury as a result of a motor vehicle accident due to the negligence of another driver, you may have legal options available. It is in your best interest to reach out to a Michigan car accident lawyer as soon as possible. An attorney will be able to help you pursue a claim to recover compensation for your losses and damages.

At Christopher Trainor & Associates, our compassionate car accident lawyers take an aggressive approach toward helping each client we represent maximize the amount of compensation they are able to recover. Our team will do everything possible to ensure you are able to hold the person who is responsible for your pain and suffering to account. We will go above and beyond to ensure you have the strongest evidence for your case against the defendant and that you are able to maximize your recovery for compensation. Get started by reaching out to our personal injury law firm to schedule a free consultation by calling (248) 886-8650 at your earliest convenience.

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.

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