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Personal Injury Cases in the News

Personal Injury Cases in the News

 

     The Morning Sun newspaper recently reported that the estate of a Michigan man killed in a fatal crash has filed suit against the negligent driver and two bars at which the driver was earlier a patron. The suit alleges that the driver’s blood alcohol content exceeded the lawful limit by almost three times, being at .20, and the primary cause of his personal injury.

     In Michigan, a statute allows an injured person, or the estate of their decedent, killed by an intoxicated person to bring suit against the intoxicated person and the business that furnished the alcoholic drink.  See: MCL 436.1801. There are many features to the statute which can be troublesome. First, there is a mandatory notice requirement and a shortened statute of limitations. Also, the injured person has a huge burden of proof in establishing that alcohol was sold when it should have been apparent that the person was already visibly intoxicated.  Competent legal assistance is needed to meet these challenges.

     If you, or a loved one, has been injured by an intoxicated driver, or the many other contexts that entail a personal injury, you may have a claim against the establishment that sold him or her alcoholic drinks. Guy Vining will be pleased to have a consultation with you at no charge to discuss your circumstances. Please feel free to call.

Guy Vining practices personal injury law from his Metro-Detroit office in Taylor, Michigan. He has represented clients in personal injury actions for over 25 years in such areas as: car, boat, motorcycle, and truck accidents; slip, trip, and falls including black ice and defective design; medical and dental malpractice, denial of insurance benefits for wages, medical and home assistance to automobile accident victims.

Negligence Cases in the News: Malpractice

Negligence Cases in the News

Personal Injury — Malpractice

In a recent blog we discussed that a common theme in medical malpractice cases is failure to diagnose leading to a significant injury or death. As pointed out, a serious and common gynecological problem which sometimes goes undiagnosed is ectopic pregnancy. When timely to diagnose an ectopic pregnancy can be resolved by a salpingostomy. This is a surgery to remove the fetus from the falliopian tube before it grows so large as to cause a rupture. A ruptured falliopian tube can cause death through internal bleeding and or diminished fertility. Medical literature relates that a pregnancy in the falliopian tube is a true medical emergency and that every attempt should be made to remove the fetus before the tube is damaged.

The doctor or emergency room staff must maintain a high degree of suspicion for ectopic pregnancy in young, sexually active, women who are presenting signs of pain, cramps, bleeding, nausea, and dizziness. These warning sign in conjunction with a detailed history may suggest an abnormal pregnancy. In that case, the pregnancy can be confirmed by simple blood or urine tests. If confirmed, an immediate referral to an OBGYN specialist is called for, as well as an ultrasound, to see if there is, in fact, an abnormal pregnancy.

Ectopic pregnancy (tubal pregnancy) although a true medical emergency, if properly handled, can be successfully treated.

[Guy Vining practices personal injury law from his Metro-Detroit office in Taylor, Michigan. He has represented clients in personal injury actions for over 25 years in such areas as: car, boat, motorcycle, and truck accidents; slip, trip, and falls including black ice and defective design; medical and dental malpractice, denial of insurance benefits for wages, medical and home assistance to automobile accident victims.]

Negligence Cases in the News: Consumer Protection Actions

Negligence Cases in the News:

Consumer Protection Actions

On a “lighter note” Bloomberg has recently reported that lawsuits have been filed against Anheuser-Busch by consumers in several states via the Consumer Protection Actions. Yep, it is alleged that the old “King of Beers” is ripping off consumers because it adds water to the finished product which diminishes the alcohol content. Say it ain’t so!

     In Michigan, the State Legislature enacted the so-called Consumer Protection Act years ago. See MCL 445.901. This act provides for damages and injunctive relief to protect consumers from various types of bait-and-switch, misrepresentations and consumer scams.

     If you or a loved one have any questions about the Michigan Consumer Protection Act, please fee free to call Guy Vining of the Vining Law Group, PLC, for a free consultation.

[Guy Vining practices personal injury law from his Metro-Detroit office in Taylor, Michigan. He has represented clients in personal injury actions for over 25 years in such areas as: car, boat, motorcycle, and truck accidents; slip, trip, and falls including black ice and defective design; medical and dental malpractice, denial of insurance benefits for wages, medical and home assistance to automobile accident victims.]

About the Vining Law Group, P.L.C.


Guy Vining is the principal of Vining Law Group, PLC, which is engaged in the general practice of law in the state of Michigan. The goal of this firm is to provide you with quality legal service at a reasonable price, including consulting, planning and litigation when required. As the owner, Guy Vining is able to give each matter entrusted to him the personal attention it deserves. Unlike larger firms that often assign your case to a junior associate, with whom you have never met, Mr. Vining is personally responsible for all aspects of your case. Mr. Vining will answer any of your questions at the initial office conference, and it is he who will perform all necessary legal research, prepare all pleadings, draft all documents, and make all court appearances on your behalf. As a personal service firm, Mr. Vining’s office will keep you informed of the progress of your case on a regular basis. You will receive copies of all correspondence generated in the course of Mr. Vining’s work on your legal matter. Telephone messages will be promptly returned.



Mr. Vining believes that the attorney-client relationship must be one of mutual trust, respect, realistic goal setting, good communication, and zealous representation within ethical confines. The goal is provide the highest quality service to you, your family and friends. This principle works as most of Mr. Vining’s work is received from other attorneys who respect his craft or from former satisfied clients.