Auto Accidents

People post photos, videos, comments and more on social media every day. Social media platforms enable people to easily share about their lives with friends, family and followers. Despite the fun and obvious benefits, it is important to understand how insurers may use social media against crash victims. Below, our licensed attorneys in Michigan discuss […]

Surgery can be costly, particularly when it is for an injury caused by another’s negligence. Injury victims who get surgery have more medical expenses to claim than those who do not, right? The reality is more complicated than that. Surgery may increase the value of some compensation claims. However, others may not increase as much […]

Dealing with medical treatments and unexpected bills after a car crash is hard enough for injured victims. However, after filing a no-fault claim, their insurer may also require them to get an independent medical exam (IME). This unexpected request can cause anxiety and a lot of questions for victims still trying to recover from their […]

No one can fully prepare for a car crash and all that comes with it. In addition to seeking medical care and sorting out property damages, accident victims will need to contact the insurance company.  While all of these steps are important, victims may often wait to call an attorney after a crash until much […]

A T-bone collision, also called a side-impact crash, is often severe, requiring extensive medical care and a lengthy recovery time. Many victims injured in this type of car crash may never fully return to their pre-crash condition. In addition to dealing with the injuries and medical treatments, victims and their families also face a significant […]

Do you know what to do if you get injured in a distracted driving accident? These types of crashes are often caused by people who are texting, eating or doing other activities that take their attention off the road. Unfortunately, many people still fail to realize that distracted driving is one of the leading causes […]

Traveling through any busy intersection increases the risk of being in a traffic accident. While you can take steps to avoid causing a crash, other drivers may be more careless or less attentive. So how can you avoid crashes in the most dangerous intersections in Grand Rapids and throughout Michigan? At Jay Trucks, we realize […]

Traffic lights are a great way to direct the flow of traffic safely. However, what if you get to an intersection only to find non-working traffic lights? If drivers get confused about who has the right-of-way and it leads to a crash, who could be liable for damages? At Jay Trucks, we have answers to […]

Marijuana seems to be everywhere these days, including Michigan. However, despite changes legalizing its use, both for medical and recreational purposes, people may have some questions about how the laws apply, specifically for medical marijuana users. What if a person who uses medical marijuana is involved in a traffic accident? Can a medical marijuana user […]

What happens if you get into an accident while test driving a vehicle you are thinking of buying? Does the dealership have insurance to cover the damages? Is it possible that you could be held liable for a test drive car crash? These are all great questions to ask and know the answers to before […]