Detroit, MI – Vehicle Collision with Injuries blocks Michigan Ave

Detroit, MI (January 3, 2022) – An automobile accident reported in the Detroit area sent an unknown number of people to area hospitals where they underwent emergency treatment for injuries. At around 10 a.m., on January 3, the police and firefighters responded to a crash that blocked Michigan Avenue.

Reports from the Detroit Police Department show that vehicles were involved in a collision in the area of 8333 Michigan Avenue during the morning hours. The incident caused some disruptions in traffic throughout the area as the police assisted firefighters with securing and clearing the roadway.

Emergency medical services responded to the scene to treat those in need of medical care. At least one person was transported to a local hospital for further evaluation.

At this time, the police in Detroit are investigating the crash.

Our thoughts are with the injured victims in hopes of a full recovery. 

Car Accidents in Michigan

Each year, nearly 6 million car crashes are reported in the United States. Approximately 5% of those accidents occur in the state of Michigan, or about 300,000. The Wolverine State has been deemed the most dangerous place to drive in the US in the winter months, beating out snowy Alaska for the number of traffic accident deaths. The Wolverine State sees vehicle collisions every year that cause injuries to approximately 75,000 people. Sadly, more than 1,000 lose their lives yearly due to these wrecks. In 2021, 1,083 people were killed in car wrecks in Michigan. 

After sustaining serious injuries in an auto collision, you may be feeling frustrated and overwhelmed, especially if the accident was not your fault. You may not only be dealing with pain and suffering, but you may also be dedicating a lot of money, time, and energy to your recovery. You may not be able to immediately return to work, forcing you to lose much-needed wages. In extreme cases, injured parties must undergo emergency surgeries that can be draining and difficult. A car crash attorney in Detroit may be able to help you through this experience by informing you of your right to collect financial compensation for your injuries and losses. 

Detroit Car Accident Attorneys

You may be able to recover in more ways than just the physical with the help of a Detroit personal injury lawyer. If you or someone you love has recently been hurt in a car crash caused by negligence, the trusted team of attorneys at the Michigan Legal Center can help you get the financial compensation you deserve. After being hurt by the negligent actions of other drivers, you deserve to be awarded financial compensation to help cover the costs of your injuries.

Any instance where a driver acted recklessly, carelessly, or negligently, and caused another person’s injuries, is grounds for an injured victim to receive compensation for damages they may have endured. Some damages that often result from sustaining injuries in a traffic collision caused by negligence include medical costs, mental health bills, lost wages, loss of consortium, pain and suffering, and more.

Contact the Michigan Legal Center online or by phone at (248) 886-8650 to inquire about the legal options available to you if you have recently been injured in an accident. We firmly believe that no one should have to face an issue like this on their own, which is why we are here to help, 24/7. Reach out to us at your earliest convenience to get started on your own personal injury case. 

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.