Michigan is the motor capital of the world—Detroit is even known as “Motor City.” With thousands of cars traveling through state intersections, your daily commute can quickly turn into a tragedy. According to a 2019 report by the Michigan Traffic Crash Facts publication, there were 314,376 reported crashes, 31% of which occurred at intersections. At…
Throughout 2020, dozens of cell phone videos surfaced online of police officers using excessive force against citizens and protesters. While we can establish that putting pressure on an individual’s neck with a knee is excessive force, many people wondered if an officer pointing a gun at them qualifies. As with most legal matters, it all…
In 2020, the nation saw waves of protests against the deaths of countless Black victims of police brutality. Throughout the summer, lawmakers and citizens alike have pushed for police reform nationwide. Fortunately, Michigan lawmakers have since banned chokeholds, limited the use of no-knock warrants, and required stricter “duty to intervene” policies. These reforms have good…
You can find escalators and elevators all over, in malls, apartment buildings, and offices. Despite the relative safety of these machines, accidents can still happen. Elevator or escalator accidents, while rare, can cause serious injury to those involved. According to the CDC, these accidents kill about 30 people every year and injure about 17,000 people….
During strict stay-at-home orders in April, street racers seemed to take advantage of open roads. In just one night, Detroit police issued more than 30 tickets for violations and impounded at least 10 cars. Under Michigan Vehicle Code Section 257.626(a), it’s illegal for any person to partake in a “speed or acceleration contest” from a…
As straightforward as it may seem, personal injury claims are actually very complex and challenging matters. Injured parties often come into these cases with misconceptions, which could lead to a court throwing out your claim or an insurance company settling for less than what’s owed. Here are five factors that could cause you to lose…
Being the subject of an arrest can be a traumatic experience, especially if an officer uses excessive force. The use of excessive force violates your civil rights according to the Fourth Amendment. Many want to know whether they can sue for the emotional distress brought on by excessive force. Generally, citizens can successfully sue police…
