Jay Trucks and Associates Legal Blog

People often sustain leg injuries when they are involved in a motor vehicle accident. However, when it is not an obvious fracture, bruise or laceration, you may wonder what is causing the pain. Jay Trucks talks about some of the most common reasons for leg pain after a car crash, including when your leg pain […]

Prior to the new auto insurance reform law that went into effect on July 1, 2020, your personal injury protection (PIP) coverage provided unlimited benefits. The rising costs of continuing this level of coverage led lawmakers to implement a change. This law is why you have the ability to choose between various levels of PIP […]

If you slip on a wet floor in your office, you may feel pretty certain that the medical costs associated with your injuries will be covered by your employer’s workers’ comp insurance. But what if you slip and fall on an icy walkway as you leave the company building or trip on a rug in […]

All Michigan drivers owe a reasonable standard – called a duty of care – to prevent purposely or foreseeably causing harm to others they encounter while driving. Jay Trucks and Associates talk about a driver’s duty of care in Michigan and how this standard can help to establish negligence if you are injured by a […]

The short answer to whether negligent drivers are liable for your pain and suffering is maybe. Seriously injured drivers or passengers may be eligible to pursue compensation for these types of damages under certain conditions. Pursuing a claim for pain and suffering is different in Michigan than for other states. Jay Trucks and Associates discuss […]

Semi-trucks and other commercial big rigs are prone to lane-departure accidents, and when they happen, the results can be catastrophic. If you suffered injuries in a lane-departure truck crash, our qualified attorneys at Jay Trucks and Associates are prepared to help. Find out if you may have a case – it is convenient, easy and […]

Car Accidents are an unfortunate, but common event. When people think of the injuries that drivers and others may suffer in a collision, they probably go right to broken bones and other visible damages. But soft-tissue injuries, although not easily seen, may also be quite serious and painful. Since you cannot see the damages, do […]

Anyone can suffer an injury on the job – whether they work in an office or on a construction site. If this happens to you, it is important to know your workers’ compensation benefits will continue until you can get back to work. However, what happens if your employer fires you? Will your benefits stop […]

Parking lot accidents can happen in a number of different ways, but in Michigan, these type of accidents are handled a little differently than for a car crash on a public road. Finding out what caused the crash – including who may be liable – can be tricky. At Jay Trucks and Associates, we are […]

When you are in pain after a car accident, it may be difficult to think about more than your recovery, especially if your injuries are serious. You may have questions about your medical care, and how to manage the costs if you are unable to work. Do you need an attorney? How do you file […]