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Seeking Compensation for Psychological Harm: What Qualifies as Emotional Distress

March 31, 2025 | Steven Matz

After a Michigan accident, you may be dealing with more than broken bones. Panic attacks before you get behind the wheel. Nights you can’t sleep. You’re asking the question most people don’t think about until they need…

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Can You Sue Someone For Loss Of Enjoyment Of Life?

March 31, 2025 | Steven Matz

A serious accident can change everything. One moment you are working, traveling, caring for family members, or enjoying hobbies that bring meaning to your life. The next, you may be living with chronic pain, physical…

Overturned car in snowy roadside ditch, highlighting winter driving hazards and safety precautions in icy conditions.

Who’s at Fault When Your Car Slides on Ice?

February 12, 2025 | Steven Matz

Michigan is known for its snow and cold temperatures every winter. Depending on where you are located in the state, you could see anywhere from roughly two to 15 feet of snow. It is nearly impossible to stay home for…

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Michigan Motorcycle Insurance Laws

February 12, 2025 | Steven Matz

Michigan’s motorcycle insurance laws can be confusing because they do not work the same way as standard auto insurance rules. A rider may carry the coverage required to register a motorcycle but still lack the same…

A man sits inside a blue car with an airbag deployed, appearing distressed. Smoke fills the vehicle, suggesting a recent accident in a parking area with blurred cars in the background.

Treating Chest Pain from Airbag Injuries

February 12, 2025 | Steven Matz

Vehicles have numerous airbags that are supposed to keep you safe in the event of a car accident. However, they often cause more pain in the form of broken ribs, a bruised or fractured sternum, chest wall pain, and even…

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Who is at Fault for Accidents Between a Car and Motorcycle

February 7, 2025 | Steven Matz

A quarter of a million Michiganders ride motorcycles, yet their small size and low profile often make them nearly invisible to drivers of larger vehicles. When a collision occurs between a car and a motorcycle, the…

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Personal Injury Economic Vs. Non-Economic Damages Explained

February 7, 2025 | Steven Matz

Suffering a personal injury can cause physical pain, emotional distress, and significant concerns about the future. Severe injuries can also lead to expensive medical bills, lost wages, and other costs that might add to…

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What Is Seat Belt Syndrome: Learn Your Options For Recovery

January 10, 2025 | Steven Matz

Car manufacturers began selling vehicles equipped with three-point safety belts in the late 1950s, and states began requiring them to be installed in the 1960s. Although it took a long time for laws to materialize…

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Delayed Vertigo Symptoms After Car Accident and Compensation

January 3, 2025 | Steven Matz

Vertigo after a motor vehicle accident can cause disorientation and anxiety, arising suddenly and negatively impacting quality of life. The symptoms you’ll experience after an accident can often make your routine…

a man sitting on the side of a road next to a car, it seems they were recently involved in a car accident

Spotting Head Injury & Concussion Signs After a Car Accident

December 26, 2024 | Steven Matz

You’ve just been through a car accident. Your heart is racing, your neck is sore, and now you notice memory loss, light sensitivity, or blurry vision. It might feel like stress, but these are often signs of a…

Backed up traffic on US-31 highway in Michigan due to a car accident.

Good Samaritan Killed In U.S. 31 Crash in Mason County MI

November 26, 2024 | Steven Matz

On the night of November 20th, around 8:30 PM, first responders were called to the scene of a fatal accident near the Ludington Rest Area in Mason County’s Summit Township. The accident involved two vehicles parked on…

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Kent County Car Crash Due to Road Conditions Leaves Two Dead

November 25, 2024 | Steven Matz

At 10:30 on the morning of Sunday, November 10, 2024, there was a fatal, one-vehicle crash in Kent County, Michigan. A family was driving in their pick-up truck when the truck lost control, presumably due to the wet…

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Truck Accident Kills Four In Stopped Traffic Near Lansing MI

November 7, 2024 | Steven Matz

On the evening of November 2, 2024 near Lansing, Michigan, the driver of a semi-truck did not heed the stopped traffic on I-96 and collided with several cars. The collision caused the semi-truck to erupt into flames,…

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Crash in Adrian Township Leaves Four Dead

October 9, 2024 | Steven Matz

A fatal crash occurred on the evening of Tuesday, October 1, 2024, at the intersection of Tipton Highway and Shepherd Road in Adrian Township, just north of Adrian, Michigan. The accident, which involved a 2019 Chevy…

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Where Do Broadside Collisions Most Commonly Occur?

October 3, 2024 | Steven Matz

Broadside collisions, also known as T-bone accidents, are some of the most terrifying, dangerous accidents you can get in on the road. In 2022, around 8,800 American drivers were killed in broadside collisions. These…

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UAW Picketer Dead and Several Injured After Deadly Collision in Jackson, Michigan

October 2, 2024 | Steven Matz

A deadly collision in Jackson, Michigan, on the corner of E. Michigan Avenue and S. East Avenue leaves several UAW picketers injured and one dead. Just before midnight, two trucks were racing down E.…

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Car Crash in Sterling Heights Leaves Two Teenagers in Critical Condition

October 2, 2024 | Steven Matz

A multi-car crash in Sterling Heights, Michigan, on Saturday evening, left two teenagers in critical condition and two adults with non-life-threatening injuries. Preliminary reports indicate the accident on September…

Three men stand near a damaged car after an apparent accident; one is holding his head in distress, providing context for the severity of the car's damage.

When Does a Car Accident Go to Court?

October 1, 2024 | Steven Matz

Getting into a car accident can be enough to change your life. Even cases that are settled quickly can still be stressful to manage, so it’s important to recognize when your case might go to court. Accident cases that…

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Is Motorcycle Lane Splitting Legal in Michigan?

September 30, 2024 | Steven Matz

Riding a motorcycle comes with both the freedom to feel the breeze and enjoy the rush of adrenaline. They also have the benefit of being nimble enough to go around traffic. This is called lane splitting, and while it…

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What Should You Do After a Dog Bite in Michigan?

September 27, 2024 | Steven Matz

Sustaining any injury in Michigan can be difficult, but dog bites can be surprisingly complicated. Even so, dog bite victims deserve compensation for any damages suffered through the incident. At Matz Injury Law, we…

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Can a Car Accident Cause Arthritis?

September 27, 2024 | Steven Matz

Getting in a car accident comes with consequences that could potentially last the rest of your life. The immediate physical and emotional toll is apparent, but the long-lasting effects can be particularly…

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Michigan Average Injury Settlement for Motorcycle Accidents

September 25, 2024 | Steven Matz

Riding a motorcycle can be liberating, but getting in an accident can land you with serious injuries. These motorcycle accident injuries can be life-altering, and fighting through the legal system to get compensation…

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For My Car Accident Case Can I Use A Black Box?

September 24, 2024 | Steven Matz

If your vehicle was manufactured after 2018, chances are it contains a black box, also known as an event data recorder (EDR). Car accident cases often boil down to one person’s word against another’s, and a car’s black…

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Should I Get a Lawyer for 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 may feel hurt,…

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