Sterling Heights Personal Injury, Disability, and Estate Planning Lawyers

When you find yourself facing legal troubles, it is important to seek professional help from a lawyer as soon as possible. Many cases are resolved much more easily if an attorney is able to work with you from the beginning. Our attorneys will know how to navigate the laws surrounding your issue so we can prevent you from accidentally hurting your case by acting on your own.

We take our role in the Michigan community seriously. Our office is located in Sterling Heights and most of our clients are from the tri-county area. However, we do accept clients from all across the state. We see families and individuals struggling through tough situations every day. To us, our clients are always the number one priority. We listen, understand and then act. There is a solution to your situation and we will help you reach it.

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What We Do

Our experienced personal injury attorneys located in Sterling Heights specialize in helping clients handle the following legal cases and issues:

Personal Injury

Car Accidents

In todays ever-more connected digital age, Distracted Driving has become one of the top causes of serious motor vehicle collisions. We have seen a significant increase in distracted driving cases in addition to the more traditional cases of driver error. We have successfully resolved countless car crash cases. Make no mistake – from the moment you or a loved one are injured in a car accident, there is an insurance company trying to minimize its risk and avoid paying you the benefits you are entitled to. Don’t wait to call Sterling Heights’ Premier Auto Accident Attorney.

Truck Accidents

Simple physics means that truck crashes are much more likely to result in significant injuries or even death. A fully loaded tractor-trailer can weigh up to 80,000 pounds where a regular passenger vehicle usually weighs less than 5,000. Accordingly, commercial vehicles and their drivers are subject to extensive federal regulations regarding the safe operation and maintenance of these vehicles. Our attorneys have litigated many of these cases and understand the issues involved.

Motorcycle Accidents

There is nothing like the freedom you feel driving your bike on the open road. Unfortunately, for some riders that freedom comes with a price. It only takes a moment for one inattentive or distracted driver to change your life. Sometimes it can be important to inspect the scene of the crash as soon as possible to refute the at-fault driver’s excuses. Don’t wait to call our Sterling Heights Personal Injury Lawyer.

Premises Liability

Until recently, Michigan was the most difficult state to win a case in when you were injured due to a condition of the premises. This was due to a legal doctrine called “Open and Obvious”. While this law still exists, it was significantly weakened by the Michigan Supreme Court in 2024. This has led a number of firms to start taking premises liability cases for the first time. Unlike these firms, SMDA never stopped taking premises liability cases. SMDA has tried, won, and appealed these cases when necessary without interruption since 2006. Don’t get stuck with an attorney who just started handling these cases when they became easier to win. There is no substitute for contacting a personal injury attorney in Sterling Heights who understands the nuances of Michigan law.

Disability

Long Term Disability

Have you paid for Long Term Disability Insurance coverage through a payroll deduction for years? Has your doctor taken you off work due to an illness or injury? Has your claim been rejected by the Disability Insurance Company? You should understand that the Disability Insurer has an inherent conflict of interest because the insurance company makes less money if they agree to pay your benefits. Call our Michigan Disability lawyer for help.

Disability Insurance Claims

Almost all disability insurance claims are governed by a federal law known as ERISA (The Employee Retirement Income Security Act). There are comprehensive regulations that govern these claims and your rights. It is critically important that you know these rules when your claim gets denied. We know the rules because we have been fighting with the Disability Insurance Companies to get our clients paid the benefits they paid for over the years. If you claim has been denied give our Michigan Disability attorney a call.

Elder Law

Asset Protection / Nursing Home Planning

Americans are living longer than ever. Unfortunately, living longer does not always mean living better. Today’s seniors frequently require some form of care. We work with family caregivers to secure Medicaid and Veteran’s Benefits without spending down family assets. In addition we leverage our elder care referral network to identify the very best senior care resources in Metro Detroit. If you need the best Elder Law attorney in Michigan, give us a call.

Elder Abuse

Many of our family members are part of the Greatest Generation and deserve only the best care and compassion in the final chapters of their life stories. Unfortunately, in their time of greatest need they are often most vulnerable. If you believe that one of your loved ones has received inadequate care that has caused them to needlessly suffer, give us a call. We will do our best to help you find a solution to get them the proper care they need.

Estate Planning

Probate

Estate Planning is a complex and nuanced area of the law encompassing Estate Tax Planning, Lifetime Gifts, Powers of Attorney, Wills and Trusts. Without the proper planning the decedent’s estate must go through the probate court which can lead to significant delays and costs as well as making private information public. Accordingly, it is important to have appropriate estate planning. We have significant experience assisting families navigate the complexities of probate court in the most efficient manner possible.

Wills / Trusts

A will only directs the probate court what to do with your assets. A trust may avoid probate court altogether if written and funded properly. Our attorneys maintain special elder law certification and stay current with this constantly evolving area of the law. Call our Michigan Elder Law attorney for help.

Call Us First, Act Second

The best thing you can do if you are facing legal trouble is to find an attorney right away. Acting on your own could make the situation worse. We have unfortunately seen this too many times to count. Your consultation is free – there is nothing to lose by contacting us before taking action.

Please contact us online or call us at (866) 529-3537 to schedule an appointment with a personal injury lawyer in Sterling Heights or get assistance with a disability, elder law, estate planning, or family law issue. We offer free phone consultations. We work throughout Wayne County, Oakland County and Macomb County.