Fenton, MI (November 25, 2021) – A deputy was badly injured at about 9:30 a.m. on Monday, November 22nd when he pulled a vehicle over for a traffic violation on Butcher Road, in the area of Fenton Road, in Fenton Township.
An official from the Genesee County Sheriff’s Department said that the 35-year-old male driver fled the scene, moments after the deputy made contact.
The deputy, who was still in the window of the vehicle, was dragged for a short distance. He then lost his balance and fell, sustaining a serious head injury.
The deputy was transported to a nearby hospital for immediate treatment of his head wound.
The suspect has since been apprehended.
Our thoughts are with the injured victim and their family at this time. We hope for their full recovery.
Pedestrian Injuries in Michigan
When a pedestrian is injured by a negligent driver, they need the professional guidance of a Michigan pedestrian accident attorney. An experienced lawyer can defend your legal rights to ensure that your medical bills are paid and that you are compensated for your lost wages as per the state’s no-fault auto insurance law.
Michigan’s no-fault laws are complicated and very problematic for the unprepared, which is why having a reputable and experienced lawyer from our firm is crucial.
Our personal injury attorneys are ready to help and defend you if you were injured or a family member was killed in a pedestrian accident. It is our job to ensure that you receive every no-fault benefit you are entitled to receive from the car insurance company as well as the full amount of pain and suffering compensation you are entitled to.
Fenton Pedestrian Accident Lawyers
Working with a knowledgeable and efficient attorney following a pedestrian accident will make sure that the victim is fairly compensated for their damages. Our Fenton pedestrian injury attorneys at Michigan Legal Center have decades of experience helping injured pedestrians get the justice and economic recovery they deserve.
Our personal injury attorneys in Fenton strive to ensure victims have their rights protected so they are able to move on after such a devastating event.
Our lawyers make themselves available to our clients and are always prepared to address any concerns and answer any questions they have about their case. Contact our Michigan personal injury lawyers at (248) 886-8650 at your earliest convenience to schedule a free case review.
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