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The Difference Between Personal Injury and Bodily Injury

September 23, 2024 | Steven Matz

A bodily injury due to a Michigan car accident, slip-and-fall accident, defective product, dog bite, or another type of injury can lead to pain and suffering, along with mounting medical expenses. The fear and…

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When Should You Get An Attorney After A Car Accident In Michigan?

September 22, 2024 | Steven Matz

You’ve just been in a Michigan auto accident. Your car is damaged, medical bills are adding up, and the insurance company keeps calling with a settlement offer that feels rushed and too low. You’re hurt, overwhelmed,…

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Three Dead in Fatal Car Crash in Washtenaw County

September 20, 2024 | Steven Matz

A wrong-way crash in Washtenaw County, Michigan has claimed three lives according to Michigan State Police. The accident, which occurred outside of Ann Arbor on Wednesday morning, September 18th, 2024, forced M-14 to…

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Can You Sue an Uninsured Driver in a Michigan Car Accident?

August 30, 2024 | Steven Matz

An accident already disrupts your day significantly. If the other driver lacks insurance, that can add frustration and uncertainty about the next steps. At Matz Injury Law, our experienced attorneys understand your need…

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Does Health Insurance Cover Car Accident Injuries?

August 28, 2024 | Steven Matz

After being hit by a driver in Michigan, the aftermath of a car accident can leave you feeling anxious and uncertain. This situation becomes even more challenging when you start receiving medical bills and realize that…

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Do Low-Impact Car Accidents Qualify for Settlements?

August 28, 2024 | Steven Matz

A minor accident is often seen as an annoyance or inconvenience. Insurance companies may not view the claim as thoroughly as bigger accidents, often neglecting minor accidents. Just because there is no severe visible…

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Adjustment Disorder After a Michigan Car Accident

August 22, 2024 | Steven Matz

Experiencing a car accident in Michigan can be traumatic, often resulting in emotional and psychological challenges that persist long after physical injuries heal. One often overlooked condition that can arise after a…

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What to Do if You Are Paralyzed in a Car Accident

August 19, 2024 | Steven Matz

In an instant, a car accident can shatter the rhythm of life, leaving you confused, scared, and in pain. Every year, about 5.4 million people suffer a level of paralysis in the U.S. This equates to approximately 1 in 50…

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How to Prepare for a Car Accident

August 19, 2024 | Steven Matz

While no one anticipates being involved in a car accident, it can happen to anyone. Being prepared can significantly impact how you handle the aftermath. Whether it’s a minor fender-bender or a serious collision,…

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Average Settlement For Car Accident Back And Neck Injuries

July 30, 2024 | Steven Matz

Many people suffer injuries in their neck and back every year, including spinal cord injuries. Over one-third of all spinal injuries result from car accidents. Neck and back injuries can be devastating, especially if…

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Under Michigan No-Fault Insurance, Who Pays The Deductible?

July 21, 2024 | Steven Matz

A car accident in Michigan is stressful enough. You’re already dealing with injuries and emotional stress. The last thing you need is to worry about insurance claims and deductibles. Learn more about Michigan’s no-fault…

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How Long Do Hit-and-Run Investigations Take?

July 18, 2024 | Steven Matz

It is a terrible day when someone hits your car. Even worse is when they flee the scene. Hit-and-run accidents happen all the time in Michigan, in part because so many Michigan drivers have no car insurance. As of…

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Qualified Health Coverage & Michigan No-Fault Insurance

July 16, 2024 | Steven Matz

In 2020, Michigan revised its car insurance laws to allow residents to opt out of personal injury protection (PIP) medical coverage if they have qualified health coverage. While this option can save you money on your…

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Personal Injury Guide to Pain and Suffering in Michigan

June 26, 2024 | Steven Matz

If you have recently been involved in an accident, you may have found that Michigan insurance laws are not very straightforward. Michigan’s no-fault law, while intended to help accident victims recover compensation for…

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Understanding Survivor’s Guilt: What Is It And How to Cope

June 25, 2024 | Steven Matz

Car accidents happen all the time, every day, and people tragically die across the nation as a result of these auto incidents. In fact, in 2023 alone, 42,939 people died in car accidents in the U.S. Auto accidents cause…

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Are Commercial Trucks Always at Fault For Rear-End Crashes?

June 12, 2024 | Steven Matz

Getting rear-ended is a scary experience. Getting into a rear-end collision with a semi-truck is worse. Because of its size, an accident with a semi-truck can absolutely derail your life. Truck accidents also tend to be…

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Booster Seat Laws and Requirements in Michigan

June 12, 2024 | Steven Matz

When you are in a car accident involving injuries, it’s an awful time, but when children are involved, it’s even worse. There are few things in this world so agonizing as losing a child or having a child suffer a…

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Spine Injury From Car Accident: Guide to Injury Compensation

June 12, 2024 | Steven Matz

Since 2005, auto accidents have been responsible for over 42% of all spinal injuries in the United States, according to the World Health Organization (WHO). Even worse, those who suffer a spinal cord injury are as much…

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Hip Pain After a Car Accident: Sprains & What to Do

June 10, 2024 | Steven Matz

Caring for your hip sprain after a car accident can be challenging. The persistent pain and discomfort from the injury can disrupt your life and daily activities, leaving you frustrated and agitated. Suffering from a…

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Are Car Accident Settlements Taxable in Michigan?

June 10, 2024 | Steven Matz

A Michigan car accident can leave you in serious pain with severe injuries, and the last thing you want to think about is the legal process to get a settlement. Even if you successfully navigate the complicated process…

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Average Soft Tissue Injury Car Accident Settlement

May 30, 2024 | Steven Matz

Being involved in a car accident is distressing enough, but when it results in soft tissue injuries, the pain and inconvenience can linger long after the collision. Soft tissue injuries, such as whiplash, strains, and…

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Owner Liability For Co-Signers in Michigan

May 30, 2024 | Steven Matz

Owning and operating a car always comes with risks from other drivers, the weather, and road conditions. As the driver, you may feel okay about taking those risks because you are behind the wheel. However, what about…

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Seeking Compensation For Whiplash And Nerve Damage From Car Accident

May 16, 2024 | Steven Matz

You were in a car accident. Now you’re dealing with persistent pain, tingling, or even loss of movement. It might be in your neck, arms, or legs—and it’s not going away. You’re not just recovering from whiplash; you may…

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Signs of a Herniated Disc After a Car Accident

May 15, 2024 | Steven Matz

Suffering from a herniated disc injury following a car accident is an agonizing ordeal. The pain, both physical and emotional, can be overwhelming. The uncertainty of the future, coupled with mounting medical bills and…

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