Southfield sits where the Lodge Freeway, I-696 and Telegraph Road come together, and its office towers draw tens of thousands of commuters every weekday. That mix of freeway merges and busy surface roads leads to serious crashes, especially at rush hour.
Attorney David Goukassian represents people injured in car crashes throughout Southfield and Oakland 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 Southfield
Serious crashes in Southfield often happen on and around:
- the Lodge Freeway (M-10)
- I-696
- Telegraph Road
- Northwestern Highway
- Greenfield Road
- 9 Mile, 10 Mile and 12 Mile Roads
Crashes on city streets are usually handled by the Southfield 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 Southfield 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 Southfield crashes are treated at Ascension Providence Hospital in Southfield. 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 Southfield 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 46th District Court in Southfield, and larger claims in the Oakland County Circuit Court in Pontiac.
Also serving
We also represent injured people in nearby Lathrup Village, Beverly Hills, Bingham Farms, Franklin, Oak Park and Farmington Hills, and throughout Oakland County. Bitten by a dog in Southfield? See our Oakland County dog bite guide.
Frequently asked questions
My crash happened on the Lodge Freeway. Who handles the police report?
Crashes on freeways are often handled by the Michigan State Police, while crashes on city streets are usually handled by the Southfield Police Department. Either way, we can obtain the report for you.
How much does it cost to hire a Southfield 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.