Grand Rapids, MI – Car Accident Reported on US-131 after M-6 Blocks Multiple Lanes

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Grand Rapids, MI (December 31, 2021) – On Thursday, December 30, law enforcement officers were dispatched to the scene of a serious auto collision in Grand Rapids, Kent County.

The collision occurred at around 7:12 p.m. According to the Michigan Department of Transportation, the event happened in the southbound lanes of US-131 after M-6 (Exit #77.) 

Numerous responders were dispatched to the area in order to assist those involved. The injured victims were evaluated and treated on-site by medical personnel. Multiple lanes of traffic were blocked for some time on the evening of December 30 while crews were present on the road.

The investigation into the circumstances of the wreck is currently being carried out by law enforcement officials. Our thoughts are with the injured victims and their families at this time. We hope for their full recovery.

Michigan Car Wrecks

Grand Rapids, MI - Car Accident Reported on US-131 after M-6 Blocks Multiple Lanes

One of the most difficult things a person can go through is sustaining serious injuries in an auto accident. Depending on the circumstances of the wreck, victims may be forced to undergo extensive medical care that can take up a lot of time, energy, and resources. The severity of the resulting injuries may force injured victims into emergency surgery and lengthy recovery stays in the hospital. Repeated doctor visits, physical therapy, and other medical appointments may be in their future plans as well.

All of this can cost a fortune, and really take a toll on a person’s ability to live their life how they want to. Suffering from a debilitating injury can also mean time off of work for days, weeks, or even months–maybe even indefinitely. A person’s life can be turned upside down after being injured in a serious accident. If you have recently been injured in a car accident in Michigan, was the crash your fault, or the fault of another person on the roadway? If it was not your fault, you may be eligible to collect financial compensation for your injuries and losses. Read on to learn how an auto accident attorney in Michigan may be able to help you recover financially so you can focus on your physical and mental recovery. 

Car Accident Attorneys in Grand Rapids

In the event that you or a loved one has recently been injured in a car crash in the Detroit area caused by negligence, you may be entitled to collect financial compensation. Compensation can help cover some or all of the costs associated with your crash such as medical bills, property damage, vehicle repair costs, and lost wages. Even non-economic damages like pain and suffering can be compensated for depending on the nature and severity of your accident. 

The Grand Rapids personal injury lawyers at the Michigan Legal Center have many years of experience fighting for the rights of injured accident victims and their family members. If you have been injured after a sudden accident, reach out to our Detroit accident attorneys for reputable and trusted legal representation. We will make sure you’re able to collect full and fair financial compensation for your injuries and incurred losses. 

Contact our law firm online or by phone at (248) 886-8650 at your earliest convenience for a free consultation. Our firm works on a contingency fee basis which means you pay nothing unless awarded full and fair financial compensation.

Note: Our firm utilized outside sources when creating this post. We have not independently verified the facts regarding this accident. If you find information that is incorrect, contact Christopher Trainor & Associates immediately so that we correct the post to reflect the most accurate information available about the accident. This post can be removed upon request.  

Disclaimer: This information provided in this post is not intended to be legal or medical advice. The photograph used in this post was not taken at the actual accident scene. This post is not a solicitation for business. 

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