HB 4612 (H-3) would limit the benefits received by motorcyclists under Michigan no-fault law As we have previously posted on this blog, political leaders in Lansing have introduced legislation that seeks to significantly overhaul Michigan’s auto no-fault system. This legislation will have dramatic impacts on the rights of Michigan motorists
Are Systems Like Apple CarPlay the Answer to Distracted Driving?
Are Systems Like Apple CarPlay the Answer to Distracted Driving? Recently, Apple announced its latest offering – CarPlay. This is how it works: once an iPhone is plugged in, CarPlay would allow the user to place phone calls, send text messages, check voicemail, navigate, and perform other tasks while limiting
Grand Rapids Auto Accident Attorney Helps Conduct Advocacy Training for Victims of Car Accidents
Grand Rapids auto accident attorney Tom Sinas presented at auto no-fault advocacy workshops in West Michigan Over the past two weeks, Grand Rapids auto accident attorney Tom Sinas has been a featured presenter at workshops in West Michigan designed to help victims of auto accidents tell their stories to the
Two Sinas Dramis Lawyers Address Michigan Judges about No-Fault Law
Attorneys George Sinas and Tom Sinas Address Judges about Michigan No-Fault Law Lansing auto accident attorney George Sinas and Grand Rapids auto accident attorney Tom Sinas spoke last week at the 2014 Michigan Supreme Court Judicial Conference. Tom and George were invited to speak on cutting edge topics concerning Michigan’s
Life Before Michigan’s Auto No-Fault System
Life Before Michigan’s Auto No-Fault System Michigan’s auto no-fault system is back in the news. As the conversations continue about no-fault’s future, it might be helpful to remember how we dealt with car accidents under the previous system. Prior to 1973, individuals injured in a motor vehicle accident were subject
Grand Rapids Auto No-Fault Attorney George T. Sinas Participates in Segment on HB 4612 (H-3)
Grand Rapids Auto No-Fault Attorney George T. Sinas gives Radio Interview on HB 4612 (H-3) Last week, Lansing and Grand Rapids auto no-fault attorney and CPAN (Coalition Protecting Auto No-Fault) General Counsel George T. Sinas participated in a radio interview on WTCM News Talk 580 AM based in Traverse City. The
Hit-and-Run Accidents on the Rise in Grand Rapids
Hit-and-Run Accidents on the Rise in Grand Rapids: What you Need to Know The Grand Rapids Press recently reported about a major increase in hit-and-run auto accidents in Grand Rapids. According that article, Grand Rapids had 1,600 hit-and-run auto accidents in 2013 and is on trend to beat that number
Who Must Purchase Michigan No-Fault Insurance?
Who Must Purchase Michigan No-Fault Insurance? A bedrock principle of Michigan’s no-fault law is that it establishes a system of mandatory auto insurance. This insurance requirement is set out in MCL 500.3101(1), which states that any “owner or registrant” of a motor vehicle that is required to be registered in
Grand Rapids Car Accident Attorney Tom Sinas Weighs in on Substitute HB 4612
Grand Rapids Car Accident Attorney Tom Sinas Weighs in on HB 4612 (H-3) “Reforming” Michigan’s current auto no-fault system has been topic of interest for quite some time now. Towards the end of last month, Speaker Jase Bolger proposed a number of changes to Michigan’s existing no-fault insurance system. The
Summary Analysis of Substitute HB 4612 (H-3)
SUMMARY ANALYSIS OF HB 4612 (H-3) By: George T. Sinas CPAN General Counsel Sinas Dramis Law Firm March 7, 2014 On Thursday, February 20, 2014, HB 4612 (H-3) was offered as a substitute to H-1, which has been stalled on the floor of the Michigan House for almost one year.