Few people realize that, after an accident, it is often possible to deal with the personal injury yourself. With basic information about how the accident claims process works, if you are organized and patience, you can handle your own injury insurance claim without a lawyer—and without being treated unfairly by the insurance company. In fact, you could actually get more compensation for your injury and a faster resolution to your claim by handling it yourself instead of hiring a lawyer (and paying her or his fees).

Which claims you might be able to take to small claims court without a lawyer? As a general rule of thumb,

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from Detroit News Feb, 16, 2008

We agree with The Detroit News that Michigan drivers need options when purchasing medical coverage through their auto insurance (“Insurance reform plan misses root of problem,” Feb. 11). Our coalition believes offering people a choice in the amount of personal injury protection they are required to buy will reduce premium rates. We have a plan — called PIP Choice — to do that.

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If you have recently been injured in an accident through no fault of your own, you may find yourself in a sea of lawyers without knowing which one to choose.  After being injured, many individuals turn to lawyers for help in protecting their rights and helping to ensure they are fairly compensated for lost wages, medical bills and pain and suffering.  Here is a mini outline of what should happen after an accident and once you find your personal injury lawyer in Michigan. Even if you haven’t found a lawyer yet, having knowledge of the process will help you decide if you want to work a particular lawyer or not.

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