Ashland Twp, MI - Nine Injured in Rear-End Collision at M-37 & 136th Ave

Ashland Twp, MI (June 10, 2023) - Nine people were hurt following a car accident in Ashland Township on Friday, June 9. 

The crash occurred near the intersection of M-37 and 136th Avenue at around 5 p.m. A 57-year-old Grant man was driving a pickup truck when he rear-ended a sedan driven by a 47-year-old Grand woman. The impact caused the sedan to spin out and enter the path of an oncoming minivan. 

The driver of the sedan suffered serious injuries. The other two drivers were also hurt. Six passengers in the van suffered injuries in the crash. The roadway was shut down in both directions as a result of the accident. 

An ongoing investigation into the cause of the collision is in progress.  

Our thoughts are with the injured victims and their families at this time. We hope for their full recovery.

Car Accidents in Michigan

Every year, there are hundreds of thousands of accidents on Michigan's highways, ranging from minor collisions to high-impact crashes that cause fatalities or serious injuries. According to the latest recent figures from the Michigan Department of State Police, a total of 323,048 car accidents involving sedans, SUVs, or vans were reported across the state in 2021. Of these accidents, 1,111 resulted in fatalities, 64,666 in injuries, and 257,271 in property damage. You should speak with an attorney if you suffered injuries in a car accident.Automobile collisions can occur at any time, and they typically happen when you least expect them. There is a good chance that you will suffer major injuries in a car accident, and occasionally victims are unsure of how to handle the claims process. It may take weeks, months, or even years to fully recover from the accident, and the crash itself is the beginning of a long healing process.You will have to fight to obtain the compensation you are entitled to when the negligence of another motorist resulted in your injuries. If you want to defend your legal rights, you should speak with a personal injury lawyer with experience handling personal injury claims. Your lawyer will work to get the best settlement possible for you and your family.The lawyers at Christopher Trainor & Associates can help you get the full amount of compensation you are entitled to for your injuries and other damages if you were injured in a car accident. Being hurt in a crash is never simple, and you might have concerns about how you will cover any resulting damages and expenses. The person who caused the accident should be held accountable, and our attorneys will fight to make sure you get the money you need for a full recovery. Call our offices at 248-886-8650 to discuss your compensation claim with an Ashland Township automobile accident attorney.Note:Our firm utilized outside sources when creating this post. We have not independently verified the facts regarding this accident. If you find incorrect information, 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: The 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.