Are you looking for a Michigan truck accident attorney who will fight for you? Our attorneys are licensed in Ohio, Michigan, Tennessee, and Illinois and we have handled truck accident cases across the United States.
For 30 years, our attorneys have fought hard for victims of catastrophic Michigan truck accidents. Through that work we have gained experience with and knowledge of Michigan trucking laws and we bring that experience and knowledge to bear every time we represent a truck accident victim.
Managing Partner Michael J. Leizerman graduated from University of Michigan in 1991. He passed the Michigan bar in 1995 and is a member of the Michigan Bar Association.
Michigan Locations:
Southfield, Michigan:
Monroe, Michigan
(313) 240-4747
The driver of a semi-truck escaped with only minor injuries after an Amtrak train crashed into his vehicle Wednesday, Feb. 1, in Leoni Twp. in southern Michigan. According to mlive.com, an investigation continues as to why the truck was apparently … [Read more]
Read more >A logging truck and a flatbed tractor-trailer were involved in a two-vehicle crash in northern Michigan’s Iron Mountain on Monday, Jan. 30. Logs were strewn across the intersection at Stephenson Avenue and Lake Antoine Road following the accident. A report … [Read more]
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I am honored that West Thompson—the world’s largest publisher of legal books—asked me to write this multi-volume book on truck accident law in 2004. I had already begun the project for my own reference. My book includes the federal regulations that are the same in each state for interstate tractor-trailer crashes, as well as state law that differs in areas, like whether there are monetary limits or “caps” in the lawsuit, whether you can receive punitive damages, and the varying technical requirements for filing a lawsuit.
I have handled cases across the country. I am licensed in several states, and have local counsel in many states who I trust and work with closely. Select your state to learn more:
Helping truck accident victims is my life's work. I work tirelessly to see that my clients receive the maximum compensation for their loss.
Or contact me online. All information is kept confidential. I will not accept a case in a state where I'm not ethically permitted under the circumstances.
Are you looking for a Michigan truck accident attorney? I have tried and won truck accident cases across the country, working as co-counsel with top-notch attorneys screened for quality, knowledge and results. In these cases, my clients get the benefits of having two firms work for them while only paying one fee. When I join a local attorney as co-counsel, it doesn't cost the client a penny more. Trials can be the best way to maximize rewards. I spend a lot of time in the courtroom and if you want me to, I will take your case all the way. Contact me for a free consultation.
I regularly engage in continuing legal education presentations around the country, including the following events in or near Michigan:
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations (Title 49, Parts 350-399) govern all vehicles engaged in interstate traffic.
There are some situations where a tractor-trailer or other commercial motor vehicle is involved in only intrastate travel. For example, an appliance store in Holland may own a truck that only makes in-state deliveries.
The Michigan Department of Public Safety has adopted Title 49, Parts 382, 383, 384, 390, 391, 392, 393, 394, 395, 396, 397, 398, and 399 of the federal regulations.
Your truck accident case may be larger than you think. My experience often enables me to maximize awards, well beyond what the co-counsel originally expected. My book Litigating Truck Accident Cases, published by West Publishing, is considered the definitive work on handling truck accident cases. Contact me if you are seeking co-counsel on your case.
Fatal Truck Accidents: 110 per year
Non-Fatal Truck Accidents: 4,978 per year
Accident Locales: 51%(Rural), 49%(Urban)
Carrier Fact: 27% of Michigan truck accidents involve carriers whose principle place of business is not MI.
In 80% of Michigan truck accidents, weather conditions were NOT a factor.
Interstate 69: After passing through Flint and Lansing, I-69 changes from a north-south route to an east-west route. Known in Flint as the Chevrolet-Buick Freeway in a tribute to the Flint automotive industry, I-69 is also designated as the Pearl Harbor Memorial Highway in one stretch.
Interstate 75: Upon entering Michigan, Interstate 75 follows the western shore of Lake Erie before heading westward to Detroit where it passes the Ambassador Bridge to Windsor, Ontario. After reaching Pontiac and, further north, Flint, I-75 heads north towards Saginaw, Bay City, and Midland before reaching Mackinaw City where it crosses the Mackinac Bridge to reach the Upper Peninsula.
Interstate 94: Our nation's northernmost east-west interstate highway, I-94 connects America's Great Lakes and Intermountain regions. Its western terminus is in Billings, Montana and its eastern terminus is the U.S. side of the Blue Water Bridge in Port Huron, Michigan, at the Sarnia, Ontario, Canada border.
Interstate 96: Contained entirely within the state of Michigan, I-96 has its western terminus at an interchange with US-31 and US-31 BR southeast of Muskegon. Its eastern terminus is at I-75 near the Ambassador Bridge in Detroit.
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Are there too many big rigs on US highways?
Can you see what’s wrong with this truck?