Five People Injured in a Semi-truck Accident
I read story in the paper today about five people injured in a semi-truck accident in Franklin Township last week. According to the Lenawee County Sheriff’s Department, the semi, driven by Joseph Petroski, was southbound on M-52 and turned left onto US-12 in front of a Ford Escort, driven by Jason Wood and having four passengers, which struck the semi.
Four of the passengers in the car as well as the driver of the semi were taken to Herrick Medical Center to be treated for serious injuries from the crash. The Sheriff’s Department also states that the semi-truck driver was issued a ticket for failing to yield. Police are still investigating this accident.
I am very sorry to hear about this accident and wish all of the injured parties a speedy and full recovery. I hope that no one has any permanent deficits from this accident.
Our Michigan truck accident lawyers advise accident victims of their legal rights. For this type of auto accident in Michigan, the injured passengers can submit a claim for Michigan No-Fault insurance benefits. No-Fault benefits will cover their medical expenses, lost wages, attendant care, replacement services, and other benefits related to injuries suffered in the accident. The injured parties can claim these benefits even if they did not have a Michigan automobile insurance policy.
In addition, the injury victims may be able to file a lawsuit against the persons determined to be at fault in the auto accident as well as the company that owns the semi-truck. The insurance company for the driver must still cover any injuries. In this lawsuit, the injured parties can claim damages and compensation for injuries suffered in the accident. The insurance company for the negligent driver typically pays a settlement for this type of case.
An experienced Michigan car accident lawyer can assist the victim with this type of claim. Accident victims should not speak with the insurance adjuster for the negligent driver before consulting with an attorney.
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