A car accident is a traumatic event in and of itself, especially if you or a loved one sustains injuries. Frustration levels may rise when the person responsible flees from the scene. Apart from feeling insulted by such insensitivity, you now have to worry about lost...
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What happens if a school restrains and injures a student?
Public schools in Michigan are required to provide access and accommodations for students regardless of their health concerns. With rare exceptions for those with unusual support needs, most young adults can count on receiving a reasonable and appropriate public...
Did a family member with special needs get hurt at school?
Public schools in Michigan have to do their best to accommodate children with special needs. Children can receive appropriate support based on their needs, which the school district can evaluate on a case-by-case basis. In addition to supporting children who are...
Jay Leno’s mishap highlights the seriousness of burn injuries
The recent news of comedian and entertainer Jay Leno’s hospitalization due to serious burns brings to the forefront the potentially life-threatening nature of such an injury. Leno – the former host of “The Tonight Show” – suffered burns to his face, chest and hands...
Did a nursing home cause harm by overmedicating a loved one?
Physical injuries in nursing homes can occur for many reasons. Your loved one could have fallen and gotten hurt as a result. There could be staff members with anger issues who become physically aggressive toward your loved one and cause them injury. Medication could...
Slip and fall accidents and traumatic brain injuries
Slip and fall accidents can cause a variety of injuries to Michigan residents. One of the most common that can occur is a traumatic brain injury. What is a traumatic brain injury? A traumatic brain injury (TBI) is a serious head injury that affects the brain and...
When preventable injuries surface among people with special needs
The daily struggles faced by adults and children with special needs are more than enough. Everyday tasks such as getting dressed, eating, bathing and moving around often provide obstacles, and it is not uncommon for these individuals to rely upon caregivers, case...
Determining third-party liability in truck accidents
The trucking industry provides a vital service to the American economy in the transportation of goods across the country. It is a difficult job that carries daily life-threatening risks, both to truckers and to the motor vehicle drivers who share the road with them....
3 important questions about motorcycling in Michigan
As the weather warms, many Michigan motorcyclists enjoy more time on the road, and it is important that these riders know how state law treats cyclists. Knowing the answer to a few important questions could help them protect themselves on the road. What are Michigan’s...
What makes an injury catastrophic?
Unfortunately, many Grand Rapids area families have had the experience of dealing with a catastrophic injury. These injuries can affect a person for the rest of their lives. Many of these injuries are caused by someone else’s negligence and it is important for...