Blog Category | Personal injury
Celebrating the Fourth of July is a truly unique American event, honoring the ratification of the Declaration of Independence in 1776. Friends and family gather to share food and relaxation, often with a light show of exploding fireworks overhead. Whether you meet at home, on the water, or in public...
At White Law PLLC, we understand that recovering from a personal injury can be a physically and emotionally challenging journey. When you’ve suffered injuries due to someone else’s negligence, seeking a fair settlement becomes essential. Our Okemos, MI, personal injury lawyers are here to guide you through the process and...
Given the conditions in Michigan, it makes sense that many personal injury cases revolve around snow and ice. Winters are not only dangerous on the roads, but also on the sidewalks and porches that you walk on every day. A single fall could result in broke bones, a back injury...
When it comes to dog bites, the state of Michigan is a “strict-liability” state, meaning the animal does not need to have a history of aggressive behavior in order to file a claim. According to Michigan statute 287.351, dog owners are liable for bite injuries their pets cause. However, in...
Every state views traffic accident liability in its own way. In some states, investigators look at the facts to determine the fault of each party, splitting the recovery totals based on the percentages. In other states, one party is held responsible for the whole accident if a court finds them...
Sexual abuse allegations in Michigan are, unfortunately, all too familiar. In recent news, more and more men are coming forward with sexual abuse allegations against yet another University of Michigan doctor. The new allegations include four men (so far) who have filed lawsuits against the school dating back to the...
With social media becoming ingrained into our everyday life, it may be tempting to post updates about every aspect of your life—especially when you’ve been injured. Social media is always there and very tempting. These posts have become part of our routine. However, if you have been involved in an...
Age Isn’t Just a Number in Personal Injury Cases Unfortunately, personal injury cases are especially challenging for older people. Whether a citizen got injured in a car accident, slip and fall or workplace incident, their age may determine the outcome of their personal injury claim. According to the 2010 Census...
Personal Injury Claims Due to Police Misconduct May Increase. We Can Help You File. On May 25th, 2020, an innocent African American man was murdered at the hands of a police officer, while three other officers stood and watched. His name was George Floyd. As a result, thousands of people...
Millions of car accidents occur across the US every year, with varying levels of damage. If you’ve been involved in a serious car accident, you’re likely experiencing an array of mixed feelings. You could be feeling: Shock Disbelief that you were in an accident Anxiety Guilt Frustration Pain Depression Additionally,...
Know Your Rights Following a Hit and Run Experiencing a motor vehicle accident can be a devastating experience, especially when you’re injured as a result of a hit and run. Even if the driver at fault escapes and doesn’t take responsibility for the accident right away, you still have legal...
Just years ago, Michigan State’s physician, Larry Nassar, was exposed for his unspeakable crimes. The strength shown by the victims of his heinous acts started a movement that would send shockwaves for years to come. Across the country, victims have been speaking up about their past abuse. For Tad DeLuca,...
Under Michigan law, a wrongful death is one caused by the negligence of another individual. Michigan’s wrongful death statute allows the deceased individual’s loved ones or immediate family to file a civil lawsuit to pursue compensation for their loss. Who Carries the Burden of Proof? In a Michigan wrongful death...
Dogs are not always man’s best friend. While a properly trained and cared-for dog has no reason to attack an innocent bystander, many pet owners don’t take this precaution. If your neighbor is one of those irresponsible people, you are likely in the uncomfortable position of being afraid to walk...
Losing a loved one due to the negligent actions of another person is a crushing experience. On top of the emotional pain, you also have to go through the financial burdens associated with the loss of your loved one. With many emotions running through your mind, the last thing you...
Is your favorite past time hosting friends and friends of friends in your home? Do you enjoy inviting people over for tea and a chat? Are you known as the “open house” on your street? If you answered yes to any of these questions, you need to learn about Michigan...
With summer in full swing, Americans are taking advantage of the warmer weather and longer days to go on vacations, enjoy recreational activities, and have fun in general. Although the ideal weather conditions would make it seem like summer is the best time to be on the road, in reality,...
What Age Women Are Usually Sexually Assaulted in College Young adults, especially women ages 18-24, are at a high risk for sexual assault and sexual violence on college campuses. In fact, sex crimes are more pervasive on university grounds compared to other offenses. Contact our Michigan campus sexual assault lawyers...
Food poisoning is not only one of the most unpleasant experiences for anyone to endure, but it can also be incredibly dangerous on a bigger scale. While we all proceed with a measure of precaution when eating at a restaurant, bad luck strikes when we least expect it and forces...
Motorcyclists are about 28 times more likely than people in passenger cars to die in a traffic crash and to put that statistic into perspective, 4,985 motorcyclists were killed in crashes in 2018. As staggering as these numbers are, they are not surprising. This is because motorcyclists are not as...
Although dogs are considered to be man’s best friend, these canine companions are still prone to attack or bite a friend or foe. According to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), approximately 4.5 million dog bites occur in the United States annually, and 900,000 of those bites become...
