Detroit, MI - Car Wreck with Injuries on I-696 after Orchard Lake Rd

Detroit, MI (February 18, 2022) - On Friday evening, February 18, at approximately 5:52 p.m., a car accident in Detroit resulted in injuries. The wreck occurred on Interstate 696, according to reports. 

Sources say the collision took place on I-696 after Orchard Lake Road. Emergency responders were dispatched to the scene in order to assist injured parties. Several travel lanes were closed temporarily as a result of the collision. 

Those who were injured were transported by ambulance to area hospitals for treatment as necessary. Why the collision occurred remains under police investigation. 

The left-center lane, right-center lane, right lane, and right shoulder were blocked while authorities were at the scene. 

We hope for the full recovery of the injured victims.  

Michigan Car Crashes

On average, in the state of Michigan, there are over 300,000 car crashes per year. More than 75,000 people sustain injuries in these accidents and over 1,000 are killed. In the winter months, Michigan is the most dangerous state to travel in throughout the United States, even beating out Alaska for the number of fatalities that take place.

Crash victims are often faced with painful and sometimes debilitating injuries. These injuries usually require costly medical treatment that can take up a lot of time. Depending on the severity of the injuries themselves, treatment can last for days, weeks, or months. A lot of time, energy, and money can be spent on recovery from an auto crash, which can feel draining for victims.

Depending on the extent of the injuries, emergency/repeat surgeries may even be required for a successful recovery. These circumstances are not only physically and emotionally difficult to deal with, they can also quickly empty a person’s bank account, leaving them with little to no financial resources. A car crash lawyer in Michigan may be able to help you if you find yourself stuck in a situation like this.

Car Wreck Lawyers in Detroit

If you or a family member has been hurt in a car crash, a Detroit personal injury lawyer may be your best bet at recovering financially, physically, and even emotionally. Having the financial burden lifted from your shoulders through the collection of financial compensation can make a big difference in your stress level and ability to focus on your physical recovery. The dedicated team of lawyers at Michigan Legal Center help injured victims get justice and collect the financial compensation they deserve after being hurt by the actions of careless, reckless, and thoughtless drivers.

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, suffering, and more.

If you were recently injured as a passenger in a vehicle driven by a negligent driver or an occupant of a vehicle struck by another driver, you may be eligible to collect financial compensation for your losses. Contact 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.