Sterling Heights is one of Michigan's largest cities, and M-59 (Hall Road), Van Dyke and Mound Road carry heavy traffic to its shopping centers, plants and neighborhoods. High speeds and busy intersections lead to serious injury crashes.
Attorney David Goukassian represents people injured in car crashes throughout Sterling Heights and Macomb 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 Sterling Heights
Serious crashes in Sterling Heights often happen on and around:
- M-59 (Hall Road)
- Van Dyke Avenue (M-53)
- Mound Road
- Dequindre Road
- Metro Parkway (16 Mile)
- 18 Mile and 19 Mile Roads
Crashes on city streets are usually handled by the Sterling Heights 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 Sterling Heights 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
Get medical care promptly after any Sterling Heights crash, even if you feel fine, and keep every record and bill. Gaps in treatment are one of the most common ways insurers try to reduce a claim.
Where a Sterling Heights 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 41A District Court (Sterling Heights courthouse), and larger claims in the Macomb County Circuit Court in Mount Clemens.
Also serving
We also represent injured people in nearby Shelby Township, Utica, Macomb Township, Clinton Township, Warren and Troy, and throughout Macomb County. Bitten by a dog in Sterling Heights? See our Macomb County dog bite guide.
Frequently asked questions
My crash was on Hall Road. Which court would my case be in?
It depends on exactly where it happened, since Hall Road runs through several communities. Most injury claims settle without a lawsuit, but if one is needed, larger cases are filed in the Macomb County Circuit Court. We'll sort out the details for you.
How much does it cost to hire a Sterling Heights 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.