Saginaw
Saginaw
At Jay Trucks & Associates, PC, our Saginaw personal injury attorneys help those injured in preventable accidents seek justice and fair compensation. An injury accident is rarely just an “accident,” and someone else’s lack of attention or caution is often to blame. When the unthinkable happens and someone injures you, turn to our firm for the qualified representation you need and deserve.
We have more than 100 years of combined experience handling personal injury claims and will aggressively pursue fair compensation for your injuries. Our team has recovered millions of dollars for injured people in Michigan, and we have the resources to tackle the toughest cases. If we take your case, you do not owe us any fees unless you collect compensation for your injuries. Call us today or visit our contact page for your free consultation.
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Why Hire Jay Trucks & Associates for Your Saginaw Personal Injury Case
Don’t choose an inexperienced or apathetic attorney to represent you if someone else’s carelessness injured you. You need a lawyer who can build a convincing case and fight for the full and fair compensation the other party owes you.
If you live in Saginaw or the surrounding area and someone injured you, here are a few reasons to choose Jay Trucks & Associates to represent you:
Our results.
Our experience.
Our resources.
Our commitment to customer service.
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How Much Is a Saginaw Personal Injury Case Worth?
Most clients’ first question is, “How much is my case worth?” It is a fair question, but we cannot give you a precise estimate until we thoroughly evaluate your case. The compensation depends on your injuries and damaged personal property, the type of accident, the available evidence, whether you played any role in the incident, and other factors.
That said, our injury attorneys can help you seek compensation for:
- Medical expenses related to the accident
- Lost wages
- Reduced future earnings due to an injury or disability
- Physical pain
- Mental or emotional distress
- Diminished quality of life due to an injury or disability
- Damaged personal property
Remember that under Michigan law, you have three years from the date of an accident to file a lawsuit against any liable parties. If you miss this deadline, the courts will automatically dismiss your case, and you will lose your leverage over an insurance company. Without the threat of a lawsuit, you likely will not recover compensation for your injuries.
Saginaw Personal Injury Statistics
Here are a few statistics about personal injury cases in Saginaw and Michigan generally:
- According to the state Office of Highway Safety Planning (OHSP), there were 5,428 motor vehicle crashes in Saginaw County in one recent year. These crashes led to 1,467 injuries and 18 deaths. By comparison, the OHSP says there were 282,640 total crashes statewide that year, leading to 71,246 injuries and 1,131 deaths.
- In one recent year, the OHSP recorded 9,557 crashes in which alcohol was a factor. These crashes led to 5,297 injuries and 357 deaths.
- Drivers using smartphones behind the wheel continue to be a significant safety issue in Michigan. The OHSP reports that 2,765 crashes in one recent year involved drivers using phones, including 21 fatal crashes.
- Boating accidents are also common in Michigan. The U.S. Coast Guard reports 110 boating accidents statewide in one recent year, leading to 21 deaths and 42 injuries. These accidents also caused almost $1 million in property damage.
- Medical malpractice incidents constitute a significant problem in Michigan and across the United States. According to a study from Johns Hopkins Medicine, medical errors might be the third-leading cause of death in the U.S.
- The National Safety Council reports the average American has a one in 21 chance of dying from a preventable cause.
Cases Our Saginaw Personal Injury Attorneys Take
Car accidents
Truck accidents
Boat accidents
Motorcycle accidents
Medical malpractice
Construction accidents
Dog bites
Defective products
Nursing home abuse or neglect
Accidents at work
Wrongful death
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Common Injuries in Saginaw Personal Injury Cases
Accidents in Saginaw often cause significant injuries, including:
Traumatic brain injuries
External injuries to the head and face
Spinal cord injuries, including paralysis
Neck injuries, including whiplash
Back injuries
Severed or crushed limbs
Internal bleeding
Injuries to internal organs
Broken bones
Sprains, strains, and other soft-tissue injuries
Severe lacerations and bruises
Emotional distress
How a Personal Injury Lawyer Can Help You Fight the Insurance Companies
Most personal injury cases in Saginaw do not go to trial. Instead, the parties involved usually negotiate an insurance settlement. But insurance companies want to keep settlement amounts as low as possible and will do everything they can to deny you fair compensation.
A personal injury lawyer can help you fight an insurance company by
- Gathering evidence to show how the liable party caused the accident and is responsible for your injuries.
- Documenting all the injuries you sustained and financial losses from the accident to maximize your potential compensation.
- Quickly filing an insurance claim against all the liable parties to avoid issues with Michigan’s statute of limitations.
- Reviewing any documents related to your case to prevent avoidable mistakes. Negotiating a fair settlement on your behalf.
- Bringing your case to trial if an insurer will not negotiate in good faith.
What to Do After an Accident in Saginaw
The steps you take after an accident can significantly affect your case and how much compensation you recover.
Here is how you can protect your right to compensation after an accident in Saginaw:
- Seek medical treatment immediately. Waiting too long to see a doctor could worsen your injuries and threaten your right to compensation.
- Write down what happened as soon as possible. Include as many details as you remember, as your memory of the incident may fade in the coming weeks or months.
- Preserve any evidence you have from the accident scene, such as photos, the names of eyewitnesses, and so on.
- Save your medical records and receipts.
- Do not post about the accident on social media. If you want to talk to your friends or family about the accident, do so in person or over the phone.
- Do not speak to the other party’s insurance company representatives until you have hired an attorney. Hire a Saginaw personal injury lawyer immediately.
Contact a Saginaw Personal Injury Lawyer Now
The Saginaw personal injury attorneys at Jay Trucks & Associates know how devastating an injury accident can be and are here to help you seek fair compensation for your injuries and other losses. Call us today at 989-601-2554 or visit our contact page for a free consultation.
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