Legal Question in Personal Injury in Michigan

MVA Personal Injury Appeal

Plaintiff in MVA suit; physical injuries result in surgery to both knees and right hip, with more surgery in future; and CHI resulting in permanent visual loss due to optic nerve damage. Jury trial resulted in NO award for physical bodily damages or pain and suffering which continues to this day. My atty has decided that after motion for judgement nothwithstanding the verdict or new trial was denied by county circuit court, that due to the political climate in MI a further appeal is not likely to succeed. I know that my injuries met the ''threshold of MI law'' and would like to go further. Am desperate, on brink of financial ruin and am seeking an attorney who would be willing to take this case further. Is it possible that there is someone out there who would be willing to help me?


Asked on 7/25/05, 11:47 pm

2 Answers from Attorneys
William Stern William Stern, P.C.

Re: MVA Personal Injury Appeal

I'd be happy to review the applicable trial transcripts and depositions and give you my opinion. Your case sounds like a horrible result but there may be nothing that can be done. In order to give you an accurate opinion, I'd have to see the above items. I have been practicing for almost 30 years, am a sustaining member of the Michigan Trial Lawyers Assocation and have a large amount of both trial and appellate experience. William S. Stern. Call me at 248-353-9400

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Answered on 7/26/05, 6:55 am
Blake Lipman Law Office of Blake P. Lipman

Re: MVA Personal Injury Appeal

Based on your recitation of the facts, it sounds as if this case may be ripe for appeal. Your attorney is correct in that the climate in Michigan is admittedly hostile to plaintiffs. The Court of Appeals in Michigan can be hit or miss. If you want to discuss pursuing an appeal, please contact my office at (248)851-3171.

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Answered on 7/26/05, 8:56 am


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