Protect Yourself from Accidents

Michigan Personal Injury Lawsuit Attorneys

Millions of Americans are seriously injured or killed every year in accidents resulting from another person's negligence, misconduct, or criminal actions. At Jensen & DeHaan, PC, our attorneys have more than fifty combined years of personal injury, disability, and workers' compensation experience helping people fight to protect their rights and gain justice after being a victim of negligence.

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Although there may not be a sure-fire way to protect yourself from somebody else's negligence, there are things you can do to protect your family from the financial damage that can result from a catastrophic injury or an accidental death.

Coverage for uninsured and underinsured motorists: There are too many irresponsible drivers out there who don't carry the insurance coverage mandated by law. It pays to protect your family by carrying additional coverage for uninsured and underinsured motorists. In the event of a hit and run accident, you will be able to collect from your own insurance company.

The right amount of car insurance: Auto insurance typically provides options for various levels of personal liability coverage. Consider getting a higher level of liability coverage than you think you might need.

Homeowner's insurance: A good homeowner's insurance policy will generally offer options for protecting you in the event of many types of accidents resulting in property damage and injury. Homeowner's liability insurance can be a financial life-saver in the event someone is injured on your property.

Follow medical directions: If you get into an accident, get to a doctor and follow directions for medical treatment precisely. In the event of a lawsuit to seek money damages, opposing insurance defense attorneys will use every possible piece of evidence against you to avoid making full and fair payments.

Contact an experienced personal injury lawyer: Even if you think that you are not seriously injured, or that you may have been partially at fault for the accident, you may be entitled to receive money damages. In addition, there may be SSDI benefits and even workers' compensation benefits available to you. Even if you have already accepted a settlement offer, it pays to talk to an experienced attorney.