Our Detroit car accident lawyers are reporting a story in the paper today about a Pontiac car crash that took place on Woodward Avenue near Rapid Street. According to police, a car was ramming a Taurus causing the Tauras to get hit by a refrigeration truck. Both the driver and passenger of the Taurus were transported to the Pontiac Osteopathic Hospital where the driver was pronounced dead and the passenger suffers critical injuries.
I am very sorry to hear about this car accident. My condolensces go out to the family of the deceased victim. I also wish that the passenger who suffered injuries has a fast recovery without any permanent damages.
Our Michigan car accident lawyers advise accident victims of their legal rights. For this type of Michigan auto accident, the family members of the deceased victim 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.
The injured victim can submit a claim for Michigan No-Fault insurance benefits. No-Fault benefits will cover their medical expenses, lost wages, attendant care, replacement services, and other benefits related to injuries suffered in the accident. The injured victim can claim these benefits even if they did not have a Michigan automobile insurance policy.
In addition, the injured passenger may also have claims for personal injuries against the driver since determined to be at fault in this auto accident. The insurance company for the negligent driver typically pays a settlement for this type of case. In this lawsuit, the injured victim can claim damages and compensation for the injuries suffered in the accident.
