There was a story on the news today about a woman injured and a teen killed in a fatal Missaukee County semi-truck accident on November 30. According to police, a Lake City woman, and her 15-year-old passenger, were driving on M-55, near Menzies Road in Reeder Township, when an Elmira man, driving a semi-truck, allegedly lost control of the semi, jack-knifed and slid into her car. The 15-year-old boy died at the scene The Lake City woman was taken to Munson Medical Center for treatment of her serious injuries. Police are still investigating this accident.
I am very sorry to hear about this tragic accident and offer the family of the deceased passenger my most sincere condolences and best wishes. I hope that the injured woman has a complete recovery without any permanent deficits.
Our Michigan car accident lawyers advise accident victims of their legal rights. For this type of auto accident in Michigan, the injured woman can submit a claim for Michigan No-Fault insurance benefits. No-Fault benefits will cover her medical expenses, lost wages, attendant care, replacement services, and other benefits related to injuries suffered in the accident. The injured party can claim these benefits even if she did not have a Michigan automobile insurance policy.
Additionally, for this type of auto accident in Michigan, the family members of the deceased passenger may be able to make a claim for Survivor Loss Benefits. This can include payment of funeral expenses, lost wages, and loss of other services.
In addition, the injury victims may be able to file a lawsuit against the persons determined to be at fault in auto accident as well as the owners of the semi-truck. The insurance company for the driver must still cover any injuries. In this lawsuit, the injured woman and the family of the deceased victim can claim damages and compensation for the injuries suffered in the accident. The insurance company for the negligent driver typically pays a settlement for this type of case.
Also, the family members of the deceased passenger may have a claim for a Michigan wrongful death lawsuit against the driver that police determine was negligent and caused this accident as well as the owners of the semi-truck. At the very least, the surviving family and injured parties should hire the best possible lawyer to look into these possibilities.
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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