Tow Truck Struck a Pedestrian in Ypsilanti Township
There was a tragic story in the news yesterday about how a tow truck struck a pedestrian in Ypsilanti Township on October 14th. According to the Washtenaw County Sheriff’s Office, a pedestrian headed southbound across Michigan Avenue, near Wiard Road, when a 2001 International Tow Truck allegedly struck him while he crossed. The pedestrian was transported to St. Joseph Hospital for treatment of his serious injuries. The accident remains under investigation at this time.
I am very sorry to hear about this accident and wish the pedestrian a speedy and full recovery. I hope that he has no 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 pedestrian can submit a claim for Michigan No-Fault insurance benefits. No-Fault benefits will cover his or 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 he or she 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 tow truck The insurance company for the driver must still cover any injuries. In this lawsuit, the injured party 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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