Fatal Newaygo Drunk Driving Accident
There was a story in the paper today about a woman killed in a fatal Newaygo drunk driving accident on January 2nd in Newaygo County. According to the Newaygo Police, a 23-year-old woman’s vehicle was allegedly struck by a vehicle, driven by a 39-year-old man, at the intersection of M-82 and Pine Lake Drive. The woman was taken to Gerber Hospital in Fremont where she dies of her serious injuries. A passenger in the man’s car was also injured and taken to the hospital. Police are still investigating this accident and suspect alcohol may have been a factor in the accident.
I am very sorry to hear about this tragic accident and offer the family of the deceased woman my most sincere condolences and best wishes. I hope the other injured parties have a full and 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 passenger 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.
Also, for this type of auto accident in Michigan, the family members of the deceased woman 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. The insurance company for the driver must still cover any injuries. In this lawsuit, the injured passenger and the family of the deceased woman 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.
The family members of the deceased woman may also have a claim for a Michigan wrongful death lawsuit against the driver that police determine was negligent and caused this accident. Another possible claim would be a potential Michigan dram shop case against the seller or furnisher of the alcohol before the accident. At the very least, the surviving family and the injured passenger should hire the best possible lawyer to look into these possibilities.
An experienced Michigan car accident lawyer can assist the victims with this type of claim. Accident victims should not speak with the insurance adjuster for the negligent driver before consulting with an attorney.
If you would like more information about your rights after a Michigan car accident, you can order our FREE book, “The Ultimate Michigan Car Accident Handbook” by clicking on the book link. We will send it out immediately along with other important information.
For more information about Michigan car accident cases, visit our law firm web site at www.BuckfireLaw.com. If you would like to speak with one of our Michigan car accident attorneys about your case, feel free to call us anytime at (800) 606-1717 or simply submit this contact form and we will get back to you quickly.
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