Michigan no-fault attorney Steve Sinas discussed consequences of D-Insurance plan on “Detroit Wants 2 Know.” Mayor Mike Duggan’s D-Insurance plan, an auto insurance system exclusively for Detroit residents, has yet to be approved by the Michigan Legislature (in the form of SB 288). While we have provided an overview of
Medical Providers Need to Be Proactive When Seeking Payment through No-Fault Insurance
The Covenant Medical Center case shows that medical providers treating auto accident survivors under the No-Fault Act must protect their right to reimbursement. Last week, the Court of Appeals decision released its decision in the case of Covenant Medical Center v State Farm. The decision turned out to be a welcomed
Teen Driver Safety Week
National Teen Driver Safety Week is October 15-21, 2017. While parents should continually remind their teenagers about safe driving habits, National Teen Driver Safety Week is an excellent opportunity to discuss safe driving practices and ways to limit driving distractions with your teen. Learning how to drive is a rite
Recent Case Underscores Importance of Language in Insurance Policies
Grimmett shows the importance of adhering to the provisions of your auto insurance policy – failure to do so can result in the denial of benefits. As lawyers at a firm that has represented thousands of Michiganders involved in auto accidents, we know and can appreciate the importance of the
Amazon Flex: The Future Of Deliveries?
Amazon Flex hires individuals to deliver goods purchased from its Prime Now program. But what happens if a driver is injured in an auto accident? The Amazon Flex program lets individuals deliver goods that customers order via Amazon’s Prime Now program. According to the company’s website, the Amazon delivery program
State Of Michigan: Insurance Sliding Will Not Be Tolerated
“Insurance sliding” shows exactly why discussions about fraud must also include illegal insurance industry practices. Insurance sliding is a deceptive and predatory tactic that’s practiced by insurance agents to the detriment of their clients. According to the State of Michigan’s Department of Insurance and Financial Services, sliding is: “an agent’s
First Responders & Michigan No-Fault Law
We’re all deeply moved when a first responder is injured or killed in the line of duty. When tragic events like this happen, we need to remember that first responders injured in auto accidents have the same rights as ordinary citizens. In other words, first responders are entitled to Michigan
Fraud and the No-Fault System – What about Insurance Companies?
Will no-fault reform efforts include insurance companies that fail to provide benefits for no legitimate reason? The legislative session is slated to begin in a matter of days and we’re expecting that the topic of Michigan no-fault reform is going to one of the topics that are front and center
No-Fault Update: Changes to Work Loss Benefits
The maximum monthly work loss benefit will increase as of October 2015. Update: the maximum monthly work loss benefit is now $5,718 (October 1, 2019 – September 30, 2020). The Michigan Department of Insurance and Financial Services recently issued a bulletin updating the maximum work loss benefit payment available under
US Supreme Court’s Gay Marriage Decision Affects Michigan Auto Law
Today’s same-sex marriage decision extends a number of benefits to gay couples under Michigan no-fault law. As you have probably heard, the United States Supreme Court issued its landmark decision of Obergefell v Hodges this morning, holding that the U.S. Constitution guarantees same-sex couples the right to marry. Obviously, this