Easton Twp, MI (June 21, 2023) - All east and westbound lanes were closed as a result of a crash on an Easton Township highway on Wednesday, June 21.

The accident took place at the corner of M-50 and Stewart Road at around 7:49 a.m. All lanes in both directions on the highway were closed while emergency responders were present. The severity and number of resulting injuries have not been determined at this time.

The area was later reopened. No additional information has been provided at this time.

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

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

Distracted Driving Crashes in Michigan

Distracted driving collisions have significantly increased in Michigan in the past five years. During that time, statistics show that driver distraction crashes increased by 27% nationwide and 11% across the state. Distracted driving is any activity that prevents a driver from paying attention to the road and safely operating a motor vehicle. A shocking 3.5% of drivers in the state who are 21 or older admit to being distracted behind the wheel, creating an increased risk of being involved in a serious collision. After being hurt in a car accident, you should contact a lawyer as quickly as you can to begin your compensation claim. Your lawyer can begin working on your case while you focus on recovering to make sure you receive fair and complete compensation for your injuries and other damages. Because personal injury cases can be time-consuming and challenging, you will want to do everything you can to make sure that your case is as strong as it can be, and this means you should work with an experienced attorney.Never wait to file a claim if you were hurt by a reckless motorist. You might not be able to submit a claim at all if you miss certain deadlines, and the insurer might use this delay as a justification to reduce your settlement. If the statute of limitations expires, you will essentially forfeit your right to collect any compensation for your damages. Your attorney will make every attempt to fulfill these and other crucial dates. You should do everything possible to make sure that you do not lose your right to full and fair compensation.If you or a member of your family was hurt due to someone else's negligence, you might be entitled to compensation. You can work to make sure that the person or organization at fault for the accident is held accountable and that you are given financial recompense for your losses when you file a personal injury claim. You can find out more about your legal options and any possible compensation you may be owed by working with an experienced personal injury attorney. In order to receive full financial compensation for their losses, many accident victims in Michigan have benefited from the legal assistance of Christopher Trainor & Associates. You can schedule a free consultation with an Easton Township auto accident attorney regarding your case by contacting our offices at 248-886-8650.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.