Dearborn's mix of freeways, major corridors and busy commercial districts, from Michigan Avenue to Ford Road and the Southfield Freeway, makes it one of Wayne County's busiest places to drive. We help injured drivers, passengers and pedestrians throughout the city.
Attorney David Goukassian represents people injured in car crashes throughout Dearborn and Wayne County. You work with him directly, the consultation is free, and you pay no fee unless we recover money for you.
Where crashes happen in Dearborn
Serious crashes in Dearborn often happen on and around:
- the Southfield Freeway (M-39)
- I-94
- Michigan Avenue
- Ford Road
- Telegraph Road
- Warren Avenue
- Greenfield Road
Crashes on city streets are usually handled by the Dearborn Police Department; crashes on freeways are often handled by the Michigan State Police. We obtain the crash report, photos and any available video for you.
Your two claims after a Dearborn crash
No-fault PIP benefits from your own auto insurance generally pay medical bills, a portion of lost wages and household help, no matter who caused the crash. Learn what PIP covers.
A claim against the at-fault driver can cover pain and suffering, if your injury meets Michigan’s serious impairment threshold, plus medical bills and wage loss beyond what no-fault pays. Learn about the threshold. If the other driver had little or no insurance, your own uninsured or underinsured coverage may help. Policy limits explained.
Medical care and records
Many people injured in Dearborn crashes are treated at Corewell Health Dearborn Hospital. Keep every record and bill from the emergency room and follow-up care, since they document your injuries and your PIP benefits. Gaps in treatment are one of the most common ways insurers try to reduce a claim.
Where a Dearborn case is filed
Most car accident claims settle with the insurance company without a lawsuit. When a lawsuit is needed, smaller claims (up to $25,000) can be filed in the 19th District Court in Dearborn, and larger claims in Wayne County's Third Circuit Court in Detroit.
Also serving
We also represent injured people in nearby Dearborn Heights, Detroit, Allen Park, Inkster and Melvindale, and throughout Wayne County. Bitten by a dog in Dearborn? See our Wayne County dog bite guide.
Frequently asked questions
Do you speak languages other than English?
Yes. Attorney David Goukassian is fluent in Armenian and conversational in Russian, so many clients and their families can discuss their case in the language they’re most comfortable with. Armenian-speaking lawyer.
How much does it cost to hire a Dearborn car accident lawyer?
Nothing up front. We handle car accident cases on a contingency fee, which means our fee comes out of the money we recover. If we don’t recover anything, you don’t owe us a fee.
How long do I have to file a claim?
You generally must give your auto insurer written notice of a no-fault claim within one year of the crash, and file a lawsuit against the at-fault driver within three years. Some deadlines are shorter, so call early.