Farmington Hills, MI - Drivers Injured in Car Accident at I-696 & Orchard Lake Rd

Farmington Hill, MI (July 16, 2023) - A serious collision in Farmington Hill on Sunday, July 16, left at least one person with injuries. 

Emergency responders were dispatched to the scene at around 5:44 a.m. on Interstate 696 EB near Orchard Lake Road. All lanes were closed on the highway as a result of the crash. There were reported injuries at the scene, but the extent and number of resulting injuries have not yet been determined. 

Local authorities are handling the ongoing accident investigation. 

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

Michigan Distracted Driving Crashes

Thousands of people lose their lives, and hundreds of thousands more sustain injuries each year as a result of distracted driving crashes. Driver distraction is a serious problem that is only becoming worse in Michigan. When texting while driving, your risk of being involved in a car accident is nearly three times greater, and in the five seconds it takes to send a text, a driver can travel the length of a football field while traveling at highway speeds. If you were involved in a Michigan car accident, you need to exercise caution when speaking with an insurance adjuster. The insurance and vehicle repair adjusters are supposed to help you cover your medical expenses, lost wages, and other damages. Unfortunately, some adjusters can try to use what you say against you.This is one of the many reasons why you need to contact an attorney as soon as possible. Your lawyer will be capable of managing all negotiations with the insurance companies involved. You should be cautious about interacting with the at-fault driver's insurance adjuster if you do not have legal representation. Once you secure an attorney to represent you, you can let them handle negotiations on your behalf. This will protect you from being denied or having only lowball settlement offers.Car accident victims may be eligible to file a personal injury claim to recover compensation for lost damages. A Farmington Hill auto accident lawyer can work to strengthen your claim and increase your final settlement. The legal team at Christopher Trainor & Associates can use our vast resources to make sure you receive the assistance and care you require to get your life back on track. Call us at 248-886-8650 today to discuss your case with a skilled lawyer.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: 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.