Aggressive Driving Accident Lawyer

As we learn to drive, we’re taught how important it is to drive defensively and operate our vehicles in a way that ensures the safety of ourselves, our passengers, and everyone we share the road with. Tragically, somewhere along the line, motorists may forget the importance of safety and begin driving aggressively, putting themselves and others at risk. 

According to a survey of Americans across the US in 2019, 82 percent of drivers admitted to driving aggressively or experiencing road rage at least once over the past year. Acts of aggression while driving are the cause of many serious car accident injuries and fatalities. 

If you or a loved one has been injured in a Michigan aggressive driving accident, contact Mike Morse Law Firm today. Our personal injury lawyers can help you recover the compensation for your medical expenses and other damages. Call us at 855-MIKE-WINS or fill out the online form to schedule your free case consultation. 

Common Forms of Aggressive Driving

According to the National Highway Traffic and Safety Association (NHTSA), aggressive driving is defined as “the operation of a motor vehicle in a manner that endangers or is likely to endanger persons or property.” 

The following actions may qualify as aggressive driving:

• Excessive speeding
• Tailgating
• Weaving in and out of traffic
• Failing to signal a turn or lane change
• Racing
• Aggressive horn honking
• Ignoring traffic lights and signals
• Driving on the shoulder, sidewalk, or median
• Passing where prohibited
• Yelling at other drivers
• Offensive hand gestures
• Ramming a person’s vehicle 

Road Rage and Intentional Harm

Heavy traffic, aggressive driving on the part of other motorists, and/or stress in someone’s personal life can cause a driver to become extremely angry while behind the wheel. Road rage may manifest in the form of verbal assaults, hand gestures, or aggressive driving. In some extreme cases, aggressive drivers will brandish a gun or use their vehicle as a weapon to cause intentional harm. 

Drivers who become extremely angry while driving can cause severe accidents, injuries, and even fatalities. Some acts of road rage are criminal offenses, resulting in drivers receiving heavy fines and jail time. 

If you or a loved one were severely injured by a driver who sought to cause you intentional harm, contact Mike Morse Law Firm today. We’ll fight to hold the guilty party liable and win you the peace of mind you deserve. 

Michigan No-Fault Insurance Requirements

After being involved in a serious motor vehicle accident, you need to notify your own insurance company. You may also receive a call from the insurance company of the at-fault driver. Michigan law requires all owners and operators of cars and trucks to hold a no-fault insurance policy. 

The no-fault benefits policy must provide the following four types of coverage:

• Personal Injury Protection (PIP): These benefits provide coverage for medical bills, lost wages, and other expenses if you were seriously injured in an accident. 

• Personal Protection Insurance (PPI): This provides coverage caused to property such as parked vehicles, buildings, and fences within the State of Michigan.

• Residual Bodily Injury Liability (BI): This coverage protects a driver in the event that they caused bodily injury to someone else. 

• Property Damage (PD): These no-fault insurance benefits cover a driver if they cause damage outside of the State of Michigan. 

Benefits of Hiring a Michigan Aggressive Driving Accident Attorney

If you’ve been injured in a Michigan aggressive driving accident, you may be debating whether you should simply settle with the insurance company or hire an auto accident lawyer. An attorney can help protect your legal rights and ensure that you don’t suffer further losses as a result of an accident you played no role in causing. 

Mike Morse Law Firm has over 25 years of experience handling car accident claims in the Michigan area. We have taken on many complex cases and have won large settlements on behalf of our clients. 

We can help you assess your potential claim to determine your best course of action. If we determine that you have a solid claim against an aggressive driver who caused you harm, our legal team will immediately go to work for you. 

We can build a solid case for you by:

• Identifying all at-fault parties
• Gathering evidence against the at-fault driver
• Filing all necessary paperwork
• Sending a demand letter
• Negotiating with the insurance company
• Ensuring you receive the quality medical care you need
• Taking your case to court if necessary

Our goal is to make the settlement recovery process as easy as possible for you and your family. Your compassionate and experienced attorney will regularly communicate with you during the duration of your case and gladly answer any questions that you have. 

Damages Available for Recovery After a Car Accident

When our attorneys pursue compensation for victims of car accidents, we take steps to prove the value of their case. We do this by calculating their medical bills and other expenses and putting a price on the suffering they endured as a result of their injuries. These calculations will give us an idea of a just and fair settlement amount for each client. 

The damages our law firm pursues on behalf of our clients may include compensation for:

• Medical expenses
• Lost wages
• Property damage
• Pain and suffering
• Loss of enjoyment
• Rehabilitation
• Wrongful death

Contact a Personal Injury Lawyer Today for a Free Consultation

If you tragically lost someone you loved in an aggressive driving accident or you suffered serious injuries, the lawyers at Mike Morse Law Firm are here to help. Coping with the aftermath of a car crash is never easy. Having a knowledgeable lawyer on your side who focuses on aggressive driving car accidents, though, can ease some of your stress during this difficult time. 

Our skilled attorneys and accident reconstructionists are compassionate with all our clients while working tirelessly to investigate the facts and circumstances of each case we handle. We accept clients on a contingency fee basis. There are no hidden fees, and we only get paid if we win you a settlement. 

If you’re looking to maximize the amount you recover after your aggressive driving accident, contact the legal professionals at Mike Morse Law Firm today. To schedule your free case consultation and learn more about your legal options, call us at 888-MIKE-WINS or fill out the online consultation form.