A truck crash can change your health, your income, and your ability to care for your family in a matter of seconds. At Michigan Injury Lawyers, we help injured people across the state after a serious commercial truck wreck, and you may need a Michigan truck accident attorney who understands both Michigan no-fault rules and federal trucking regulations.
Founded in 2008 by Thomas Stroble, our firm treats you as a person, not a case number. We offer free consultations and work on a contingency fee, so you owe us nothing unless we recover money for you. Call 248-454-0800 for a free case review, and let us handle the legal side while you focus on getting better.
What Sets Our Michigan Truck Accident Attorneys Apart
Thomas Stroble was born, raised, and educated in Michigan, and he founded our firm on the belief that thorough preparation from the start leads to stronger cases. We take a personal approach, providing direct communication and consistent guidance from a team that knows the details of your case.
Three things shape how our Michigan truck accident attorneys handle every claim:
- Thorough preparation: We gather records, photos, and witness accounts early, so your case is ready before the other side expects it.
- Honest communication: Our lawyers tell you where your claim really stands, even when the news is hard.
- Personal attention: You speak with people who know your case, not a rotating desk of strangers.
That approach travels with us across the state. We work with injured people from our offices in Bloomfield Hills, Detroit, Lansing, Mount Clemens, Traverse City, and Petoskey, so a claim in Wayne County and one in Grand Traverse County both reach lawyers who know the local ground.
We would also rather tell you early that a claim has problems than let you find out months later. Reach out today to talk with our team at no cost.
How Truck Crashes Differ From Everyday Car Accidents
Federal law caps most tractor-trailers at 80,000 pounds gross weight on the Interstate System, and a collision at that scale is rarely as simple as a fender bender. Our semi truck accident attorneys in Michigan handle claims where the injuries and the insurance layers both run well past what a routine car crash involves. Truck cases also carry federal oversight that other motor vehicle accident claims do not.
Several problems show up again and again in the collisions we handle:
- Driver fatigue and hours-of-service violations
- Overloaded or poorly secured cargo
- Skipped maintenance and worn brakes
- Speeding on tight delivery schedules
- Distracted or impaired driving
Any one of these factors can turn a routine drive into a life-changing crash, which is why our review does not stop at the police report.
Who Can Be Held Responsible for a Truck Collision?
More than one party can be held responsible for a truck collision, and finding each of them takes careful digging. Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) rules require trucking companies to screen drivers, inspect equipment, and limit driving hours. Michigan adopts many of these standards through MCL 480.11a, part of the state Motor Carrier Safety Act.
When we find FMCSA safety violations, those failures often point to who caused your injuries. Depending on the facts, the following parties may owe you money:
- The truck driver
- The trucking or freight company
- A separate broker who arranged the load
- The crew or business that loaded the cargo
- A parts maker or maintenance shop
Sorting out these relationships early gives your claim a clearer path. Contact us for a free look at who may be accountable for your truck crash.
How Does Michigan No-Fault Coverage Apply After a Truck Accident?
Michigan is a no-fault state, so your own auto insurance pays certain costs after a crash, no matter who caused it. These personal injury protection (PIP) benefits come from the no-fault system created under MCL 500.3105, and they help cover medical care and lost wages while your claim moves forward.
Michigan's no-fault law gives you one year from the crash to give your insurer written notice of the injury, and a separate rule limits recovery to benefits incurred in the year before a lawsuit is filed. Both clocks run whether or not anyone tells you about them. What PIP covers is set out at MCL 500.3107, and it can help pay for costs such as:
- Reasonably necessary care, recovery, and rehabilitation expenses
- Hospital and provider bills
- Wage loss for the first three years after the crash
- Replacement services up to $20 per day for household tasks you can no longer do
- Attendant care at home
- Mileage to and from medical appointments
Because no-fault paperwork trips up many people, we handle these claims and make sure deadlines are met.
When Can You Pursue a Claim Against the Trucking Company?
You can pursue a claim directly against the trucking company when your injuries clear Michigan's serious injury threshold. Under MCL 500.3135, a person may recover for pain, suffering, and other losses beyond no-fault benefits after a death, permanent disfigurement, or a serious impairment of body function.
The Michigan Supreme Court's decision in McCormick v. Carrier shaped how courts read that phrase, and the Legislature later wrote the same three-part test into the statute. An impairment must be objectively manifested, must involve an important body function, and must affect your general ability to lead your normal life. Our Michigan truck accident lawyer team can review your records and explain whether your case likely qualifies.
These third-party claims reach the losses that no-fault does not touch. Find out today whether your injuries may support a claim against the company involved.
Damages a Michigan Truck Accident Lawyer Can Help You Pursue
Before we talk about dollars, we look at how a truck crash has reshaped your daily life. A serious injury can mean months away from work, ongoing care costs, and the loss of activities you once enjoyed with your family.
We help clients pursue compensation for medical care now and in the future, along with lost earnings, reduced earning capacity, and the physical and emotional toll of the wreck. Every claim is different, so we build yours around your actual losses rather than a one-size-fits-all formula.
Ask our team what a fair recovery could look like for you, free of charge.
What Does a Truck Accident Lawyer Look for After a Crash?
Our truck accident lawyer team looks first for the evidence that trucking companies control, before it can be overwritten or lost. Our first move is a preservation letter, which formally puts the company on notice to hold onto records tied to the crash.
Some records are kept only briefly under federal rules, so we move fast. The proof that matters most often includes:
- Electronic logging device (ELD) and black box data
- Driver hours and duty logs
- Truck inspection and maintenance files
- Dashcam or nearby surveillance footage
- Photos of the scene and both vehicles
Determining fault in a crash usually depends on this kind of hard evidence rather than one driver's word against another. Michigan generally gives injured people three years to file an injury lawsuit under MCL 600.5805. Get in touch soon so we can start protecting your claim.
FAQs: Michigan Truck Accident Attorney
We hear these questions often from people who are ready to take the next step on a truck accident claim.
Can I Recover Money if I Was Partly at Fault for the Crash?
Yes, in many cases. Michigan uses a modified comparative fault rule, so your share of the blame reduces what you recover. You can still collect non-economic damages, meaning payment for pain and the effect on your daily life, as long as you are not more than 50% at fault.
How Should I Respond When the Trucking Company's Insurer Calls?
Be polite, but avoid giving a recorded statement or accepting an early offer before you talk with us. Insurance companies are sophisticated businesses whose adjusters often look for ways to reduce what they pay, so let us handle those conversations.
What Makes Commercial Truck Insurance Coverage Larger?
Federal law requires many interstate trucking companies to carry at least $750,000 in liability coverage, and often more for hazardous loads. That more extensive coverage can matter a great deal when injuries and costs are high.
Can Your Family File a Claim After a Fatal Truck Crash?
Yes. When a truck crash causes a death, certain family members may bring a wrongful death claim for funeral costs, lost financial support, and the loss of companionship. We give your family honest guidance about what to expect.
What if I was a Passenger or Pedestrian During the Crash?
You still have rights even if you were not driving. Passengers, pedestrians, and cyclists hurt in a truck wreck can often claim no-fault benefits and pursue a claim against the at-fault parties when injuries are serious.
Start Your Truck Accident Claim Today With Michigan Injury Lawyers
A serious truck crash leaves you with questions, bills, and worry about what comes next, and you should not have to sort through it alone. At Michigan Injury Lawyers, we bring steady preparation and honest answers to every claim we take. Call 248-454-0800 for a free consultation, and let our team start working on your case today.