There's no doubt that distracted driving continues to pose a threat to Michigan's motorists. Oftentimes, this distraction is perpetrated by cell phone use, including texting. Michigan enacted a law in 2010 that banned texting and driving, but the law has proven difficult to enforce, and the deterrent effect hasn't seemed to curtail distracted driving-related accidents much. In fact, 2017 alone saw more than 5,000 accidents attributable to individuals who were using electronic devices behind the wheel. More than 20 of those wrecks proved fatal, with another 1,500 resulting in injuries.
What family members should know about wrongful death claims
When the loss of a loved one occurs due to the negligence of another party, the family naturally wants to seek justice. A wrongful death claim may help family members to receive compensation in addition to holding the negligent person accountable.
