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Date: 
Monday, April 27, 2015
An 18-year-old woman from Sturgis was driving at a high rate of speed on Schweitzer Road at about 7:00 p.m. when she failed to properly take a curve and departed the roadway, causing the car to flip numerous times. The driver, who was not wearing a seat belt, sustained critical injuries and had to be taken to the hospital via helicopter. Three others, identified as a 16-year-old girl and two males, ages 17 and 23, who were passengers in the vehicle, had minor injuries. Check back for updates. What you need to know after a serious Michigan car accident

Traverse City - The number two small town travel destination in the United States

Located in the greatern Northern Michigan region, Traverse City is also known for being the largest producer of tart cherries in the U.S. 

The major roadways in the Traverse City and Cadillac area include:

U.S. Route 131 which extends north-south through the entire state of Michigan; Michigan Highway 37 which extends north-south from Kalamazoo to Traversy City. To get up-to-date road information, go to the Michigan Department of Transportation site. And to find out current weather conditions in Traverse City, go to Accuweather.com. For Cadillac, Michigan weather conditions, go here.

Links to recent accidents in the Traverse City and Cadillac area of Northern Michigan

If you are looking for information on a specific crash that happened in Traverse City or Cadillac, go to the link above for the accident type you are seeking. 

If you know someone who has been injured in a Cadillac or Traverse City accident, here are links to the major hospitals in the area:

Munson Healthcare in Cadillac Munson Community Health in Traverse City

Traverse City and Cadillac grief support information for accident victims

When a loved one is killed in a motor-vehicle accident, it is often helpful for grieving family and friends to get help from a grief support organization. It can be comforting to talk with others going through a similar situation, and the road to recovering from the loss may go more smoothly. Go here to get information on Traverse City grief support organizations.

When someone is injured in an accident in Traverse City or Cadillac, it is important to gather information about what happens next.

Being injured in a serious accident is always a shocking and scary experience, and dealing with the aftermath is exhausting and stressful. Accident victims are forced to deal with hospitalization, medical treatments, missed work, and lost income, often while trying to manage pain and disability from their injuries. And then the insurance adjusters start circling. Find out more about accidents and what issues an injured person needs to be aware of by going to this link.

Legal information for accident victims in Traverse City or Cadillac

After someone has been injured or killed in a motor-vehicle crash in Traverse City or Cadillac, many decisions need to be made immediately and questions need to be answered. For example, how much of the medical costs will be covered by the insurance policy? How does PIP insurance help with medical bills immediately? What if the at-fault driver has no insurance?

Where to find legal assistance after a Traverse City or Cadillac injury accident

After a serious crash, it is crucial to get help from a Traverse City or Cadillac injury attorney who understands the local regulations and legal standards, who knows how insurance policies work, and who can handle all aspects of an insurance claim so the injured person can focus on recovery. If someone is killed in a collision, a wrongful death attorney will launch a claim that will begin the process of financial recovery for the family members left behind. Learn more here about what a Traverse City and Cadillac personal injury attorney can do to help.

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116
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Michigan

Grand Rapids - The second-largest city in Michigan just 30 miles East of Lake Michigan

Known by some as the Furniture City Grand Rapids has an estimated population of over 188,000. South of Grand Rapids is Kalamazoo, home to Western Michigan University and Kalamazoo College. East of Kalamazoo is Battle Creek, known by some as Cereal City as a nod to the Kellogg company which has its headquarters in Battle Creek.

The key roadways serving the Grand Rapids, Kalamazoo and Battle Creek areas include:

  • Interstate 94 - running east-west with access to Battle Creek and Kalamazoo;
  • Interstate 194 - a north-south freeway with connection to Battle Creek;
  • U.S. Route 131 - running north-south and connecting Kalamazoo to Grand Rapids;
  • Interstate 96 - running across the entire state of Michigan and connecting Grand Rapids to Lansing and Detroit.

Recent accidents in the Grand Rapids, Kalamazoo and Battle Creek area include:

Here are links to the major hospitals in the Grand Rapids, Kalamazoo and Battle Creek area:

When a loved one is killed in a motor-vehicle accident, it is often helpful for grieving family and friends to get help from a grief support organization. It can be comforting to talk with others going through a similar situation, and the road to recovering from the loss may go more smoothly. Go here to learn more about Grand Rapids grief support groups and services.

When someone is injured in an accident in Grand Rapids, Kalamazoo, or Battle Creek, it is important to gather information about what happens next.

Being injured in a serious accident is always a shocking and scary experience, and dealing with the aftermath is exhausting and stressful. Accident victims are forced to deal with hospitalization, medical treatments, missed work, and lost income, often while trying to manage pain and disability from their injuries. And then the insurance adjusters start circling. Find out more about accidents and what issues an injured person needs to be aware of by going to this link.

Legal information for accident victims in Grand Rapids, Kalamazoo, or Battle Creek

After someone has been injured or killed in a motor-vehicle crash in Grand Rapids, many decisions need to be made immediately and questions need to be answered. For example, how much of the medical costs will be covered by the insurance policy? How does PIP insurance help with medical bills immediately? What if the at-fault driver has no insurance?

Where to find legal assistance after a Grand Rapids, Kalamazoo, or Battle Creek injury accident

After a serious crash, it is crucial to get help from a Grand Rapids, Kalamazoo, or Battle Creek injury attorney who understands the local regulations and legal standards, who knows how insurance policies work when an injured person is out-of-network, and who can handle all aspects of an insurance claim so the injured person can focus on recovery. If someone is killed in a collision, a Grand Rapids wrongful death attorney will launch a claim that will begin the process of financial recovery for the family members left behind. Learn more here about what a Grand Rapids, Kalamazoo, and Battle Creek injury attorney can do to help.

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39
Percent of U.S: 
1
State: 
Michigan

Detroit, Michigan - Known for cars and Motown but focused on growth and revitalization

Detroit is the most populous city in Michigan and the largest city on the United States–Canada border. It is the seat of Wayne County. It is a major port on the Detroit River, a strait that connects the Great Lakes system to the Saint Lawrence Seaway. Large employers in Detroit include Detroit Medical Center, City of Detroit, Quicken Loans Inc., and Henry Ford Health System.

The key roadways serving the Detroit area include:

Interstate 75 is a part of the Interstate Highway System that runs from Miami, Florida, to Sault Ste. Marie in the Upper Peninsula of Michigan. Interstate 94 is a part of the Interstate Highway System that runs from Billings, Montana, to the Lower Peninsula of the US state of Michigan.  Interstate 96 is an Interstate Highway that runs for approximately 192 miles (309 km) entirely within the US state of Michigan.  Interstate 275 is an Interstate Highway that functions as a western bypass of the Detroit metropolitan area.  Interstate 696 has eight lanes for most of its length and is approximately 10 miles north of downtown Detroit. I-696 connects to other freeways such as I-75 (Chrysler Freeway) and M-10 (Lodge Freeway). Local residents sometimes refer to I-696 as "The Autobahn of Detroit." M-5, commonly referred to as Grand River Avenue and the northern section as the Haggerty Connector, is a 20.807-mile-long state trunkline highway in the Metro Detroit area.

Mass transit systems in Detroit help the city's vast commuting population get to work safely

The Suburban Mobility Authority for Regional Transportation (SMART) is the public transit operator serving parts of Oakland County and Wayne County, and all of Macomb County which networks with the Detroit Department of Transportation (DDOT) serving the city of Detroit and the communities of Hamtramck and Highland Park.

Air and rail travel to and from Detroit:

Detroit Metropolitan Airport (DTW) is one of America's largest and most recently modernized facilities, with six major runways. Located in nearby Romulus, DTW is metro Detroit's principal airport and is a hub for Delta Air Lines and Spirit Airlines. Coleman A. Young International Airport (DET), commonly called Detroit City Airport, offers charter service.  Commuter rail services using AMTRAK's Wolverine line are available from Detroit (Woodward Avenue) Amtrak offering service to Chicago, Illinois, Pontiac and intermediate stations.

Recent accidents in Detroit include:

Detroit car accidents;

Detroit motorcycle accidents;

Detroit truck accidents;

Detroit pedestrian accidents;

Detroit bus accident;

Detroit bicycle accidents.

Here are links to the major hospitals in Detroit:

Detroit Medical Center;

Henry Ford Medical Center - Harbor Town;

Children's Hospital of Michigan;

DMC Sinai Grace Hospital.

When a loved one is killed in a motor-vehicle accident, it is often helpful for grieving family and friends to get help from a grief support organization. It can be comforting to talk with others going through a similar situation, and the road to recovering from the loss may go more smoothly. Go here to learn more about Detroit-area grief support groups and services.

Legal information for accident victims in Detroit

After someone has been injured or killed in a motor-vehicle crash in Detroit, many decisions need to be made immediately and questions need to be answered. For example, how much of the medical costs will be covered by the insurance policy? How does PIP insurance help with medical bills immediately? What if the at-fault driver has no insurance?

Where to find legal assistance after a Detroit injury accident

After a serious crash, it is crucial to get help from a Detroit injury attorney who understands the local regulations and legal standards, who knows how insurance policies work when an injured person is out-of-network, and who can handle all aspects of an insurance claim so the injured person can focus on recovery. If someone is killed in a collision, a Detroit wrongful death attorney will launch a claim that will begin the process of financial recovery for the family members left behind. Learn more here about what a Detroit personal injury attorney can do to help.

Rank: 
11
Percent of U.S: 
2
State: 
Michigan

Milwaukee, Wisconsin - Wisconsin's largest city renowned for its quality of life, outdoor activities, and performing arts

Milwaukee is the county seat of Milwaukee County and is located on the southwestern shore of Lake Michigan. As of 2010, the City of Milwaukee has a population of 594,833.

It is home to several global technology companies, including Rockwell Automation, GE Healthcare Technologies, Astronautics Corporation of America, Johnson Controls, Modine Manufacturing, SC Johnson and Quad/Graphics.

Milwaukee lies along the shores and bluffs of Lake Michigan at the confluence of three rivers: the Menomonee, the Kinnickinnic, and the Milwaukee. Milwaukee's location in the Great Lakes Region often has rapidly changing weather, producing a humid continental climate with cold, windy, snowy winters, and warm, humid summers. Of the 50 largest cities in the United States, Milwaukee has the second-coldest average annual temperature, after Minneapolis-St. Paul.

Mass transit systems in Milwaukee help the region's commuting population get to work safely

Milwaukee County Transit System the largest transit system in Wisconsin. MCTS provides on average 150,000 rides every day to people across Milwaukee, Ozaukee, Washington and Waukesha Counties. Train service is provided by Amtrak.

Air travel to and from Milwaukee:

General Mitchell International Airport is primarily thought of as a regional airport, as few international carriers serve it; but it does have direct service to Toronto via Air Canada Jazz and Midwest Connect. It also offers charter service to some non-domestic destinations.  

Recent accidents in Milwaukee include:

Milwaukee car accidents

Milwaukee motorcycle accidents

Milwaukee truck accidents

Milwaukee boat accidents;

Milwaukee train accidents;

Milwaukee pedestrian accidents

Milwaukee bus accidents

Milwaukee aircraft accidents;

Milwaukee bicycle accidents.

Here are links to the major hospitals in Milwaukee:

Froedtert Hospital;

Aurora St. Luke's Medical Center;

Columbia St. Mary's Hospital;

Children's Hospital of Wisconsin.

When a loved one is killed in a motor-vehicle accident, it is often helpful for grieving family and friends to get help from a grief support organization. It can be comforting to talk with others going through a similar situation, and the road to recovering from the loss may go more smoothly. Go here to learn more about Milwaukee grief support groups and services.

Legal information for accident victims in Milwaukee

After someone has been injured or killed in a motor-vehicle crash in Milwaukee, many decisions need to be made immediately and questions need to be answered. For example, how much of the medical costs will be covered by the insurance policy? How does PIP insurance help with medical bills immediately? What if the at-fault driver has no insurance?

Where to find legal assistance after a Milwaukee injury accident

After a serious accident, it is crucial to get help from an experienced Wisconsin injury attorney who understands the local regulations and legal standards, who knows how insurance policies work, and who can handle all aspects of an insurance claim so the injured person can focus on recovery. If someone is killed in a collision, a Wisconsin wrongful death lawyer will launch a claim that will begin the process of financial recovery for the family members left behind. Learn more here about what a Milwaukee personal injury attorney can do to help.

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34
Percent of U.S: 
1
State: 
Wisconsin

Wausau and Rhinelander - The heartland of Wisconsin, renowned for pastoral farmland, industrial centers, and exceptional outdoor sports

Wausau is the county seat of Marathon County. As of the 2010 census, Wausau had a population of 39,106. Agriculture is an important industrial sector in Marathon County in terms of employment and economic activity. Other industries include manufacturing, insurance, home manufacturing, and tourism. 

Rhinelander is located in Oneida County - the heart of the Northwoods of Wisconsin. Rhinelander has a population of around 8000 residents and it stands as the retail hub of northern Wisconsin and upper Michigan; bringing the year-around population to around 50,000. Both the Wisconsin and Pelican rivers run through Rhinelander. Rhinelander is a commercial, industrial, and recreation hub for the Northwoods area of Wisconsin. Because of the forests, lakes, and trails in the area, it is both a summer and winter vacation destination.

The key roadways serving the Wausau and Rhinelander regions include:

Major roads in Wausau are: Grand Avenue, North 6th St/North 5th St(one way pair), East and West Bridge St, West Thomas St, 1st Ave/3rd Ave(one way pair), Stewart Ave, 17th Ave, Merrill Ave, 28th Ave, and East Wausau Ave.

Major roads in Rhinelander are: WIS 47, Business U.S. Highway 8, U.S. 8, and Wisconsin 17.

Mass transit systems in Wausau help the region's residents and visitors travel safely

In Wausau, Metro Ride operates 8 routes which run at 30 minute intervals, including a route to Rothschild and Schofield which runs at 60 minute intervals. 

Air travel to and from Wausau and Rhinelander:

Central Wisconsin Airport is owned by Marathon and Portage Counties, and operated by the Central Wisconsin Joint Airport Board located 12 miles south of Wausau, is served by American Eagle, Delta Connection, and United Airlines regional carriers. CWA has two concrete runways, complete terminal services with dining and car rental, general aviation services and charter, regular jet and turbo prop commercial and private departures daily.

Wausau Downtown Airport is owned by the City of Wausau. It has two runways, hangers for lease, regular corporate and general aviation departures daily.

Rhinelander / Oneida County Airport  is a public use airport located two miles southwest of the central business district of Rhinelander. The airport is owned by the city and county. It is primarily used for general aviation and is also served by one commercial airline.

Recent accidents in Wausau and Rhinelander include:

Wausau - Rhinelander car accidents

Wausau - Rhinelander motorcycle accidents;

Wausau - Rhinelander truck accidents

Wausau - Rhinelander bicycle accidents;

Wausau - Rhinelander train accidents.

Here are links to the major hospitals in Wausau and Rhinelander:

Aspirus Wausau Hospital;

Ministry St. Clare's Hospital - Wausau;

Ministry St. Mary's Hospital - Rhinelander.

When a loved one is killed in a motor-vehicle accident, it is often helpful for grieving family and friends to get help from a grief support organization. It can be comforting to talk with others going through a similar situation, and the road to recovering from the loss may go more smoothly. Go here to learn more about Wausau grief support and Rhinelander grief support.

Legal information for accident victims in Wausau and Rhinelander

After someone has been injured or killed in a motor-vehicle crash in Wausau or Rhinelander, many decisions need to be made immediately and questions need to be answered. For example, how much of the medical costs will be covered by the insurance policy? How does PIP insurance help with medical bills immediately? What if the at-fault driver has no insurance?

Where to find legal assistance after a Wausau and Rhinelander injury accident

After a serious accident or injury, it is crucial to get help from an experienced Wisconsin injury attorney who understands the local regulations and legal standards, who knows how insurance policies work, and who can handle all aspects of an insurance claim so the injured person can focus on recovery. If someone is killed in a collision, a Wisconsin wrongful death lawyer will launch a claim that will begin the process of financial recovery for the family members left behind. Learn more here about what a Wausau - Rhinelander personal injury attorney can do to help.

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Green Bay, Wisconsin - Wisconsin's oldest city, known for tourism, outdoor recreation and the Green Bay Packers

Green Bay, Wisconsin is the county seat of Brown County, and has a population of 104,057 as of 2010. It is the third-largest city in the state of Wisconsin, after Milwaukee and Madison. 

Green Bay is the home of the professional football team The Green Bay Packers, and Lambeau Field is hallowed ground to most sports fans. Other industries that drive the region include the tourism, manufacturing, healthcare, and shipping industries. The region's largest employers include Associated Bank, Georgia Pacific, and Bellin Health.

Appleton is  is a city in Outagamie (mostly), Calumet, and Winnebago counties.  it is situated on the Fox River, 30 miles southwest of Green Bay and 100 miles north of Milwaukee. Appleton is the county seat of Outagamie County. The population was 72,623 at the 2010 census.

The key roadways serving the Green Bay and Appleton areas include:

U.S. Highway 41 is a north–south highway which runs from Pleasant Prairie on the Illinois border north to Marinette on the Michigan border.

US Highway 141 is a north–south highway which runs north-northwesterly from an interchange with Interstate 43 in Bellevue, Wisconsin, near Green Bay, to a junction with US 41/M-28 near Covington, Michigan.

Interstate 43 is a 191.55-mile (308.27 km) Interstate Highway located entirely within Wisconsin, connecting Interstate 39 and Interstate 90 in Beloit with Milwaukee and Interstate 41, U.S. Route 41 and U.S. Route 141 in Green Bay.

Highway 15 is a state highway running east–west across east-central Wisconsin. Highway 15 provides a "shortcut" to Appleton from U.S. Highway 45 for travelers inbound from points north and west.

Mass transit systems in Green Bay and Appleton help the region's commuting population get to work safely

Green Bay Metro operates 13 full-service bus routes, a number of limited-service bus routes and Paratransit services throughout the Green Bay area. Valley Transit provides safe and reliable public transportation to the many communities that comprise the Fox Cities including Appleton.

Air and rail travel to and from Green Bay and Appleton:

As the third largest airport in the State of Wisconsin, Austin Straubel International Airport, located in Green Bay, operates a 24-hour, 365-day a year operation. And Appleton International Airport is the main base of privately owned regional airline Air Wisconsin and was the original home of Midwest Airlines. 

Rail travel in Green Bay and Appleton is offered by Amtrak.

Recent accidents in Green Bay and Appleton include:

Green Bay-Appleton car accidents

Green Bay-Appleton motorcycle accidents

Green Bay-Appleton truck accidents

Green Bay-Appleton pedestrian accidents

Green Bay-Appleton aircraft accidents;

Green Bay-Appleton bus accidents; 

Green Bay-Appleton bicycle accidents.

Here are links to the major hospitals in Green Bay and Appleton:

St. Vincent Hospital - Green Bay;

St. Mary's Hospital - Green Bay;

Aurora BayCare Medical Center - Green Bay;

Appleton Medical Center - Appleton;

St. Elizabeth Hospital - Appleton.

When a loved one is killed in a motor-vehicle accident, it is often helpful for grieving family and friends to get help from a grief support organization. It can be comforting to talk with others going through a similar situation, and the road to recovering from the loss may go more smoothly. Go here to learn more about grief support groups and services in Green Bay and Appleton.

Legal information for accident victims in Green Bay and Appleton

After someone has been injured or killed in a motor-vehicle crash in Green Bay or Appleton, many decisions need to be made immediately and questions need to be answered. For example, how much of the medical costs will be covered by the insurance policy? How does PIP insurance help with medical bills immediately? What if the at-fault driver has no insurance?

Where to find legal assistance after a Green Bay or Appleton injury accident

After a serious crash, it is crucial to get help from an experienced Wisconsin injury attorney who understands the local regulations and legal standards, who knows how insurance policies work, and who can handle all aspects of an insurance claim so the injured person can focus on recovery. If someone is killed in a collision, a Wisconsin wrongful death lawyer will launch a claim that will begin the process of financial recovery for the family members left behind. Learn more here about what a Green Bay - Appleton injury attorney can do to help.

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70
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0
State: 
Wisconsin