Detroit, MI (September 27, 2023) – While picketing outside the GM facility in Genesee County, five protesters were reportedly struck by a vehicle, according to the police.

On Tuesday, September 26, authorities claim a worker drove through a picket line on his way out of the workplace, and he or she then fled the scene. Multiple people were taken to the hospital by Detroit police and are listed as stable. Per officers who arrived at the scene, all five persons involved were injured, though the driver is still at large.

The inquiry is still underway, but no new information has emerged.

Our thoughts are with the injured victims and their loved ones.

Hit-and-Run Accidents in Michigan

According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, every 10 to 15 seconds, an automotive Accident takes place somewhere in the United States. It’s no surprise that vehicle accidents are the leading cause of personal injury litigation in today’s courts, given the abysmal national and Michigan-specific collision statistics.

Insurance companies in Michigan often do not determine who was at fault in an accident due to “no-fault” insurance. First-party benefits (monetary damages) and non-monetary losses (such as pain and suffering) are both recoverable in a lawsuit against the culpable party.

Even if you believe your injuries are minor and the situation is straightforward, you should still see a lawyer if you’ve been in a car accident. While it’s understandable that victims might be concerned about paying for legal representation, studies have shown that plaintiffs whose counsel defends them actually get larger payouts. Most personal injury attorneys work on a contingency fee basis, meaning they don’t get paid until their client does.

In many situations, it would be beneficial to have legal representation. Your lawyer will represent you in all interactions with insurers and other parties. Your attorney will investigate all of your options to determine who is at fault in an accident and why you should be compensated. Interviewing potential witnesses and collecting relevant information are two steps in this approach.

Each client is given the individualized attention they deserve at our office so that we can fully understand and sympathize with the impact their injuries have had on their lives. If you or a loved one in the greater Detroit area has been seriously injured or killed in a car accident, please call Christopher Trainor & Associates. When you’ve been hurt or lost your loved one in a vehicle accident caused by a negligent driver, please call us at (248) 886-8650 to schedule a free first consultation with one of our skilled Detroit pedestrian accident attorneys.

Note: Our firm utilized outside sources when creating this post. We have not independently verified the facts regarding this accident. If you find information that is incorrect, contact Christopher Trainor & Associates immediately so that we correct the post to reflect the most accurate information available about the accident. This post can be removed upon request.  

Disclaimer: The information provided in this post is not intended to be legal or medical advice. The photograph used in this post was not taken at the actual accident scene. This post is not a solicitation for business.