MICHIGAN PERSONAL INJURY ATTORNEYS
Serious Injuries Deserve Serious Representation
If you or someone you love has been seriously injured because of another person’s negligence, Khamo Law can help you understand your rights, insurance issues, and the legal options available.
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Personal Injury Cases We Handle Throughout Michigan
Personal injury cases can involve very different legal issues depending on how the injury occurred. A commercial truck crash may require preservation of company and vehicle records, while a premises-liability claim may turn on property control, notice, maintenance, and video evidence. Michigan motor-vehicle cases can also involve No-Fault insurance issues that do not apply to other injury claims. Legally reviewed by Koro E. Khamo, Founder & Managing Attorney at Khamo Law.
The sections below explain the major types of Michigan personal injury cases Khamo Law handles and link to our dedicated statewide resources for each practice area.
Car Accidents
A serious car crash can create questions involving fault, medical treatment, lost income, vehicle damage, insurance coverage, Michigan No-Fault benefits, and compensation from an at-fault driver.
Our Michigan car accident attorneys handle collisions involving distracted drivers, impaired drivers, unsafe turns, failure to yield, intersection crashes, uninsured motorists, and other forms of driver negligence.
People dealing with specific crash situations can also review our resources about Michigan hit-and-run accidents, rear-end collisions, and Uber and Lyft accidents in Michigan.
Truck Accidents
Commercial vehicle cases can involve far more than the conduct of one driver.
Our Michigan truck accident lawyers investigate potentially responsible parties such as drivers, motor carriers, employers, vehicle owners, maintenance companies, and other businesses involved in the transportation operation when the facts support doing so.
Evidence may include driver records, electronic logging information, vehicle data, maintenance and inspection records, dispatch information, photographs, video, witness testimony, and commercial insurance policies.
Motorcycle Accidents
Motorcycle crashes frequently cause severe injuries because riders have little physical protection from the impact of a collision.
Our Michigan motorcycle accident lawyers help riders injured by drivers who fail to yield, make unsafe turns, change lanes improperly, follow too closely, drive distracted, or otherwise cause a crash.
Motorcycle cases can also involve insurance issues that differ from ordinary passenger-vehicle accidents, making it important to evaluate the particular policies and circumstances involved.
Bicycle Accidents
A collision between a bicycle and a motor vehicle can cause traumatic brain injuries, spinal injuries, fractures, internal injuries, and permanent disability.
Our Michigan bicycle accident attorneys investigate driver conduct, right-of-way issues, traffic controls, video evidence, witness information, insurance coverage, and other facts that may help establish responsibility.
When a bicycle collision involves a motor vehicle, Michigan No-Fault issues may also arise. Our Michigan No-Fault insurance resource explains those insurance issues in greater detail.
Pedestrian Accidents
Pedestrians have virtually no protection when struck by a motor vehicle.
Our Michigan pedestrian accident lawyers represent people injured in crosswalk collisions, intersection crashes, turning accidents, hit-and-run incidents, distracted-driving collisions, and other pedestrian accidents.
Available evidence may include surveillance footage, traffic controls, dashcam recordings, photographs, witness testimony, crash reports, and insurance information.
Premises Liability
Personal injuries do not only happen on the road.
Dangerous property conditions can cause serious harm in stores, businesses, apartment complexes, parking areas, private properties, and other locations.
Our resource explaining Michigan premises liability laws discusses claims involving unsafe floors, defective stairs, poor lighting, dangerous walkways, inadequate maintenance, snow and ice, and other hazardous property conditions.
Who controlled the property, what caused the hazard, whether notice existed, and what the responsible party did about the condition may all become important.
Slip and Fall Accidents
Falls caused by ice, water, damaged flooring, broken pavement, unsafe stairs, poor lighting, or another dangerous walking surface can result in fractures, head injuries, spinal injuries, surgery, lost income, and long recoveries.
Our Michigan slip and fall lawyers can investigate the condition that caused the fall, determine who controlled the property, preserve photographs and available video, identify witnesses, review maintenance information, and evaluate insurance coverage.
For a broader explanation of the legal framework behind these claims, see our Michigan premises liability guide.
Dog Bites and Animal Attacks
Dog attacks can cause puncture wounds, scarring, nerve injuries, infection, psychological trauma, and other lasting harm.
Our Michigan dog bite lawyers help injured people and parents of injured children understand the legal issues that may arise after a dog bite or serious animal attack.
Evidence may include photographs, medical records, witness testimony, information about the animal and owner, and insurance coverage.
Traumatic Brain Injuries
Traumatic brain injuries can affect memory, concentration, communication, mood, employment, relationships, mobility, independence, and everyday activities.
Our Michigan traumatic brain injury attorneys work to document not only immediate treatment but also how a serious brain injury may affect the injured person over time.
A significant TBI case may require medical records, neuropsychological testing, specialist opinions, employment information, testimony from family members, and other evidence describing the person’s life before and after the injury.
Spinal Cord Injuries
Spinal cord injuries can result in permanent changes to mobility, sensation, independence, employment, and daily life.
Our Michigan spinal cord injury lawyers evaluate the immediate and future consequences of catastrophic spinal trauma, including medical care, rehabilitation, assistive equipment, home modifications, reduced earning ability, and long-term personal-care needs when applicable.
Wrongful Death
When negligence causes a death, surviving family members may face legal and financial questions in addition to profound personal loss.
Our Michigan wrongful death lawyers help families understand issues involving Michigan wrongful-death law, estate procedures, responsible parties, insurance coverage, and damages that may be available.
Fatal claims may arise from car crashes, commercial truck accidents, motorcycle collisions, pedestrian and bicycle crashes, dangerous property conditions, and other legally actionable conduct.
REPRESENTATIVE RESULTS
Results That Reflect the Cases We Handle
Khamo Law has obtained millions of dollars in recoveries for injured clients.
Past results do not guarantee or predict a similar outcome. Every case depends on its individual facts, injuries, liability, insurance coverage, and applicable law.
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WHY KHAMO LAW
Built Around the Needs of Injured Clients
From the first call through resolution, Khamo Law is focused on making the legal process clear, responsive, and centered around the client.
No Fees Unless We Win
Personal injury cases are handled on a contingency-fee basis, so attorney fees are not owed unless there is a recovery.
Available When You Need Us
Khamo Law provides 24/7 live answering so injured people and families can reach the firm when questions or urgent concerns arise.
Direct Attorney Access
Clients receive responsive communication, regular case updates, and direct access to the attorneys responsible for their matter.
Free Consultation
Speak with Khamo Law about your situation, your legal options, and possible next steps without paying for the initial consultation.
Multilingual Client Service
Khamo Law assists clients in English, Arabic, and Chaldean, helping us serve individuals and families throughout Metro Detroit and across Michigan.
Years of Combined Legal Experience
Khamo Law’s five-attorney legal team brings more than 40 years of combined experience to personal injury representation throughout Michigan.
Our Michigan personal injury lawyers handle the legal and insurance process so clients can focus on their recovery, families, and next steps.
WHAT TO EXPECT
What Happens After You Contact Khamo Law?
Every personal injury matter is different, but serious claims commonly involve several important stages from the initial case review through investigation, negotiation, and litigation when necessary.
Free Case Review
We begin by learning what happened, how the injury occurred, what medical treatment has been received, what insurance may be involved, and what questions you have.
Investigation & Evidence Preservation
Depending on the case, our attorneys may identify, preserve, and evaluate evidence that can help establish what happened and who may be legally responsible.
Insurance & Liability Analysis
One of the central questions is who may legally be responsible and what insurance coverage may apply.
Some accidents involve one responsible party. Others may involve several people, companies, or insurance policies.
Documenting the Full Effect of the Injury
A serious personal injury claim should not be evaluated only by looking at the first emergency-room bill. The full effect of an injury may develop over time.
Negotiation & Claim Resolution
Once the evidence and damages are sufficiently developed, a claim may involve negotiations with an insurer or responsible party.
A settlement should be evaluated based on the specific facts, injuries, available insurance, and long-term effects of the case—not a generic online settlement calculator.
Litigation When Necessary
If an appropriate resolution cannot be reached and litigation is warranted, a lawsuit may become necessary.
Litigation can involve pleadings, written discovery, depositions, expert analysis, motions, mediation, settlement negotiations, and potentially trial.
Have questions about what may happen next in your case? Speak with Khamo Law for a free consultation.
How Do You Know Whether You Have a Michigan Personal Injury Case?
Not every accident automatically creates a personal injury claim.
Many claims involve the concept of negligence. In general terms, that requires examining whether another person or entity owed a legal duty, failed to act with the required care, caused the injury, and caused legally recognized damages.
The specific legal standard depends on the type of case.
A negligent driver is evaluated differently from a commercial trucking company. A premises liability claim involves different legal questions from a Michigan dog bite claim.
That is one reason Khamo Law evaluates the particular facts rather than assuming every personal injury matter should be approached the same way.
POTENTIAL COMPENSATION
What Compensation May Be Available in a Michigan Personal Injury Case?
The damages available depend on the nature of the case, the injuries, insurance coverage, liability, and Michigan law.
Cases involving a traumatic brain injury or spinal cord injury may also require evaluating future rehabilitation, personal assistance, home modifications, equipment, and long-term medical needs.
What If You Were Partially Responsible for the Accident?
Michigan follows comparative-fault principles in personal injury cases. Being partly responsible for an accident does not automatically mean that no claim exists, but the injured person’s percentage of fault can affect the compensation that may be available.
Under Michigan Compiled Laws § 600.2959, damages may be reduced based on the injured person’s percentage of fault. Additional limitations can also apply depending on the type of damages sought and the circumstances of the case.
That makes evidence about how an accident happened especially important.
In a disputed Michigan car accident, evidence may include photographs, dashcam footage, witness statements, vehicle positions, police documentation, traffic controls, and electronic vehicle information.
In a disputed Michigan slip-and-fall case, the evidence may instead include photographs of the hazardous condition, surveillance footage, maintenance records, incident reports, and witness testimony.
How Long Do You Have to File a Michigan Personal Injury Lawsuit?
Michigan law imposes deadlines on personal injury claims.
Under Michigan Compiled Laws § 600.5805, the general limitations period for many actions seeking damages for personal injury is three years after the injury.
However, you should not assume that you automatically have three years to act.
Different deadlines, notice requirements, accrual rules, and exceptions may apply depending on the type of claim, the parties involved, and the circumstances of the injury. Claims involving governmental entities, medical malpractice, minors, wrongful death, and certain other matters may involve different rules.
Waiting can also create problems even when the legal filing deadline has not expired. Surveillance footage may be overwritten, physical evidence can disappear, witnesses may become difficult to locate, and important records may become harder to obtain.
If you have questions about a potential claim, speaking with a Michigan personal injury attorney promptly can help determine which deadlines may apply to your particular circumstances.
How Does Michigan No-Fault Insurance Affect an Injury Claim?
Michigan auto accident cases are different from many other personal injury claims because the state’s No-Fault insurance system may provide certain benefits after a motor-vehicle accident regardless of who caused the crash.
Personal Injury Protection, commonly called PIP, can provide benefits for qualifying accident-related losses. Depending on the applicable policy and circumstances, these benefits can include medical care, recovery and rehabilitation expenses, wage-loss benefits, replacement services, and certain other benefits permitted by Michigan law.
Michigan drivers can choose among several levels of PIP medical coverage, including unlimited coverage and various limited-coverage options. Certain eligible individuals may also qualify for exclusions or an opt-out. Because coverage choices differ from policy to policy, the benefits available after an accident should be evaluated based on the insurance actually in effect when the crash occurred.
A Michigan auto accident can also involve claims that are separate from PIP benefits. Depending on the circumstances, an injured person may have questions involving liability coverage, compensation from an at-fault driver, uninsured or underinsured motorist coverage, or other available insurance.
For a broader explanation of these issues, visit our Michigan No-Fault Insurance guide or our Michigan Car Accident Lawyer resource.
Michigan’s No-Fault rules can become especially complicated when multiple vehicles, motorcycles, pedestrians, bicyclists, household policies, or questions about available insurance coverage are involved.
Special Types of Michigan Motor-Vehicle Injury Claims
Not every Michigan traffic-injury case involves two passenger vehicles. Motorcycle riders, pedestrians, and bicyclists can face different insurance and liability questions after a crash.
Motorcycle Accidents
Michigan treats motorcycles differently from automobiles under the No-Fault system. Motorcycle insurance policies do not themselves include traditional PIP benefits. However, a motorcyclist injured in an accident involving a motor vehicle may be eligible for PIP benefits depending on the circumstances of the crash, applicable insurance, and available coverage limits.
Learn more about these cases on our Michigan Motorcycle Accident Lawyer page.
Pedestrian Accidents
A pedestrian struck by a motor vehicle may face questions involving No-Fault benefits, the driver’s liability, available insurance coverage, and compensation for serious injuries.
These cases can also depend heavily on evidence such as surveillance footage, witness statements, traffic signals, crosswalk markings, vehicle data, and photographs of the crash scene.
Learn more in our Michigan Pedestrian Accident Lawyer resource.
Bicycle Accidents
When a bicyclist is struck by a motor vehicle, the resulting claim can involve both Michigan auto-insurance rules and questions about who caused the collision.
Because bicycles offer little physical protection, these crashes can result in significant orthopedic, head, spinal, and other injuries even when the collision occurs at relatively low speeds.
Visit our Michigan Bicycle Accident Lawyer page for more information.
Uber & Lyft Accidents
Accidents involving rideshare services such as Uber and Lyft can raise additional insurance questions because coverage may depend on what the rideshare driver was doing at the time of the crash.
Michigan law imposes specific insurance requirements on transportation network companies and their drivers. The applicable coverage can differ depending on whether the driver was logged into the rideshare app and waiting for a request or was engaged in a prearranged ride with a passenger.
These cases may involve the rideshare driver’s insurance, coverage maintained by the transportation network company, Michigan No-Fault benefits, and potentially other insurance policies. Determining the driver’s status at the exact time of the accident can therefore become an important part of the investigation.
Evidence That Can Strengthen a Michigan Personal Injury Claim
Strong personal injury cases are often built on evidence that explains how the injury occurred, who may be responsible, what insurance applies, and how the injury has affected the person’s life.
The most important evidence depends on the type of claim. A Michigan truck accident may require commercial driving records, electronic vehicle information, maintenance documents, and company records. A premises liability claim may depend more heavily on photographs, surveillance footage, property-control information, maintenance records, incident reports, and evidence showing whether a hazardous condition was known or should have been addressed.
Medical documentation is also important because the value of a serious injury claim is not based only on how the accident happened. Treatment records, diagnostic testing, specialist evaluations, rehabilitation records, employment information, and other documentation may help demonstrate the full effect of the injury.
Why Early Evidence Preservation Matters
Some evidence can disappear quickly.
Surveillance video may be overwritten. Vehicles may be repaired or destroyed. Dangerous property conditions can change. Electronic information may not be retained indefinitely, and witnesses can become harder to locate as time passes.
That is why preserving relevant evidence can be important even when the formal deadline for filing a lawsuit is still months or years away.
Should You Speak With an Insurance Company After an Injury?
Insurance companies routinely investigate personal injury claims and may ask for information about the accident, your injuries, medical treatment, employment, and other losses.
An adjuster may request things such as a recorded statement, medical records, authorizations, photographs, wage information, or other documentation related to the claim.
Before providing extensive information or signing a settlement agreement, it can be important to understand what is being requested, why the insurer wants it, and how it could affect the claim.
That is especially important in cases involving Michigan No-Fault benefits,, disputed liability, significant injuries, multiple insurance policies, or situations where an insurer has already denied PIP benefits.
A personal injury attorney can help evaluate the request, communicate with the insurer when appropriate, and make sure the claim is being considered in light of the available evidence and applicable insurance coverage.
Personal Injury Lawyers Serving Communities Across Michigan
Khamo Law represents injured people throughout Michigan while maintaining offices in Troy and Sterling Heights. This page serves as the firm’s primary statewide Michigan personal injury hub, while the city pages below provide more localized information about personal injury representation in specific communities.
Troy Personal Injury Lawyer
Khamo Law maintains a Troy office at 1120 E. Long Lake Road, Suite 250, Troy, MI 48085.
Our Troy personal injury lawyers represent people dealing with car crashes, truck accidents, pedestrian and bicycle injuries, dangerous property conditions, catastrophic injuries, wrongful death, and other serious matters in Troy and surrounding Oakland County communities.
Sterling Heights Personal Injury Lawyer
Khamo Law maintains a Sterling Heights office at 36250 Dequindre Road, Suite 110, Sterling Heights, MI 48310, available by appointment.
Our Sterling Heights personal injury lawyers provide local information for people injured in Sterling Heights and surrounding Macomb County communities.
Detroit Personal Injury Attorney
Our Detroit personal injury attorneys provide localized guidance for people dealing with serious accidents and injuries in Detroit and Wayne County.
The Detroit hub connects to dedicated Detroit resources covering motor-vehicle crashes, dangerous property conditions, catastrophic injuries, and wrongful death.
Warren Personal Injury Lawyer
Our Warren personal injury lawyers help injured people understand the legal and insurance issues that may arise after serious accidents in Warren and surrounding communities.
The Warren hub connects to Warren-specific resources involving car accidents, truck crashes, pedestrian injuries, dog bites, brain injuries, spinal injuries, and wrongful death.
Clinton Township Personal Injury Attorney
Our Clinton Township personal injury attorneys provide localized information about personal injury claims in Clinton Township and surrounding Macomb County communities.
COMMON QUESTIONS
Michigan Personal Injury Frequently Asked Questions
These answers provide general information about Michigan personal injury claims. The specific rules and options in any case depend on the facts, insurance coverage, parties involved, and applicable law.
How much does it cost to hire a Michigan personal injury lawyer?
Khamo Law offers free consultations and handles qualifying personal injury cases on a contingency-fee basis. That means attorney fees are generally paid from a recovery rather than upfront.
The specific fee arrangement and responsibility for case expenses are explained in the written attorney-client agreement.
You can contact Khamo Law or call 248-466-0606 to discuss a potential case.
How long do I have to file a personal injury lawsuit in Michigan?
Michigan generally provides a three-year limitations period for many personal injury actions under MCL 600.5805 .
Different deadlines, notice requirements, accrual rules, and exceptions may apply depending on the type of claim and the parties involved.
Evidence can also disappear long before a filing deadline expires, so prompt evaluation may be important in a serious or disputed case.
What if I was partially at fault for my accident?
Being partly responsible does not automatically mean that no claim exists. Michigan comparative-fault rules can reduce available damages based on the injured person’s percentage of responsibility.
Additional limitations may apply depending on the circumstances, which is why evidence about how the accident happened can become especially important.
What compensation may be available in a Michigan personal injury case?
Potential compensation depends on the facts of the case, liability, insurance coverage, and the nature of the injuries.
When legally recoverable, damages may include medical expenses, future care, rehabilitation, lost wages, reduced earning capacity, pain and suffering, disability, scarring, loss of normal activities, and other qualifying losses.
There is no reliable online formula that can determine the value of a specific personal injury claim.
How does Michigan No-Fault insurance affect a car accident claim?
Michigan motor-vehicle cases can involve Personal Injury Protection (PIP) benefits as well as separate liability and insurance issues.
The coverage available can depend on the policies in effect, the people and vehicles involved, and the circumstances of the crash.
For more detail, review our Michigan No-Fault Insurance guide and Michigan Car Accident Lawyer resource.
Should I talk to the insurance company after an accident?
Insurance companies may request recorded statements, medical information, authorizations, wage documentation, photographs, and other information.
Before providing extensive documentation or signing a settlement agreement, it can be important to understand what is being requested and how it may affect the claim.
A personal injury attorney can help evaluate insurer requests and communicate with the insurance company when appropriate.
How long does a Michigan personal injury case take?
There is no standard timeline.
A case may take longer when injuries are severe, medical treatment is ongoing, liability is disputed, multiple parties or insurance policies are involved, expert analysis is required, or litigation becomes necessary.
Some claims resolve through negotiation, while others may require a lawsuit before an appropriate resolution can be reached.
Will my personal injury case go to trial?
Not necessarily.
Many personal injury claims resolve without trial. Others require litigation because the parties disagree about fault, insurance coverage, the severity of the injuries, or the appropriate value of the claim.
Khamo Law can pursue litigation when appropriate and prepare a case for trial when necessary.
What should I bring to a free consultation with Khamo Law?
You do not need to have every document before contacting the firm.
If available, helpful information may include accident or police reports, photographs or video, insurance information, medical records or discharge paperwork, witness information, correspondence from insurance companies, and basic information about your injuries and treatment.
Khamo Law can help identify what additional information may be important after reviewing the circumstances of the case.
Does Khamo Law handle personal injury cases outside Troy and Sterling Heights?
Yes. Khamo Law represents injured people throughout Michigan while maintaining offices in Troy and Sterling Heights.
The firm also maintains dedicated personal injury resources for Troy, Sterling Heights, Detroit, Warren, and Clinton Township.
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A serious injury can affect your health, work, finances, independence, family, and future. Khamo Law represents injured people throughout Michigan and offers free consultations to help you understand your options.
Qualifying personal injury matters are handled on a contingency-fee basis. Past results do not guarantee or predict a similar outcome.
Legally reviewed by Attorney Koro E. Khamo
Founder & Managing Attorney, Khamo Law, PLLC