Personal Injury Lawyer in Michigan | Mungo Law

An injury can change your life in seconds. Suddenly, your calendar fills with doctor visits instead of work, family time, and everyday plans. Bills keep arriving while questions about insurance and your recovery start piling up.  

At Mungo Law, we understand that your case is about more than paperwork. It is about getting your life moving forward again. We help injured people across Michigan, including Wayne, Oakland, and Genesee counties, understand their rights and available options.

What Does a Michigan Personal Injury Lawyer Do?

A personal injury claim can become complicated quickly. Evidence must be preserved, insurance coverage must be reviewed, and damages need proper documentation. Meanwhile, you are still trying to recover.  

Our job is to handle the legal pressure while keeping you informed. We investigate what happened, identify potentially responsible parties, and communicate with insurers. When negotiations do not resolve a case, litigation may be an appropriate next step.  

Building the Evidence Behind Your Claim

A strong claim starts with understanding what happened and how the injury affected you. Depending on the case, evidence may include:  

• Police or incident reports  
• Photographs and video  
• Medical records and bills  
• Witness statements  
• Employment and wage records  
• Insurance documents  
• Expert opinions  
• Records showing future medical or financial needs  

Dealing With Insurance Companies

An insurance adjuster may ask questions shortly after an accident. You may also receive requests for records or a recorded statement. Those communications can become part of the claim process.  

We can handle insurance communications and evaluate settlement proposals. We also explain what those offers mean before you make important decisions.  

Personal Injury Cases We Handle in Michigan

Car Accidents

Michigan car accident cases can involve several insurance and liability issues. The state's no-fault system also makes these claims different from many other states.  

Michigan drivers can select different levels of Personal Injury Protection medical coverage. PIP may provide benefits for medical care and other covered losses after a crash. The coverage available depends on the policy and circumstances.  

Truck Accidents

Commercial truck crashes can cause catastrophic injuries. These cases may also involve trucking companies, insurers, contractors, and other parties.  

Important evidence can disappear with time. Driver records, company documents, electronic information, and maintenance records may become important during an investigation.  

Motorcycle Accidents

Motorcyclists have little protection when another vehicle strikes them. Even a collision at moderate speed can cause significant injuries.  

Michigan insurance rules involving motorcycles can also be complicated. We examine the accident, available coverage, and potential liability before discussing possible legal options.  

Medical Malpractice

Medical malpractice claims involve more than an unexpected medical outcome. They can require careful review of medical records, professional standards, and Michigan-specific procedural requirements.  

Negligent Security

Property owners and businesses may have legal duties concerning reasonably foreseeable dangers. The exact duty depends on the facts and applicable Michigan law.  

A negligent security claim could involve inadequate security measures or other circumstances surrounding an assault or injury. These cases require a detailed investigation of the property and events involved.  

Negligent Hiring and Retention

Businesses sometimes face claims involving how employees were hired, supervised, or retained. Liability is not automatic simply because an employee caused harm.  

We examine what the employer knew, what it reasonably should have known, and whether legally actionable negligence contributed to the injury.  

Wrongful Death

Losing someone because of another party's conduct creates consequences no lawsuit can erase. Families may also face funeral costs, financial losses, and the loss of an important relationship.  

Michigan law allows certain wrongful death claims when legal requirements are satisfied. We help families understand what options may exist without making promises about outcomes.  

The Insurance Company Has a Team. You Should Have Someone in Your Corner.

Insurance companies investigate claims before deciding what they believe should be paid. That is part of the insurance process. It also means you should understand what you are agreeing to before resolving your claim.  

An early offer can arrive before the long-term impact of an injury becomes clear. Treatment may continue, work restrictions may change, and additional care may become necessary.  

Before Accepting an Insurance Settlement

Settlement agreements can affect your ability to seek additional compensation later. Before accepting an offer, important questions may include:  

• Has your medical condition stabilized?  
• Will you need additional treatment?  
• Have all lost wages been documented?  
• Could your injury affect future employment?  
• What insurance coverage is available?  
• Does the settlement require releasing additional claims?  

What Compensation Could Be Available?

Economic Damages

Economic damages generally involve measurable financial losses. Depending on the claim, they could include:  

• Medical expenses  
• Rehabilitation costs  
• Lost wages  
• Reduced earning capacity  
• Future medical needs  
• Other qualifying out-of-pocket expenses  

Non-Economic Damages

Not every consequence of an injury comes with a receipt. A serious injury may affect mobility, independence, relationships, hobbies, and everyday comfort.  

Michigan law may permit recovery for qualifying non-economic losses in certain cases. The type and amount available depend on the claim and applicable law.  

Michigan Personal Injury Laws That Could Affect Your Claim

How Long Do You Have to File a Personal Injury Lawsuit in Michigan?

Michigan generally provides a three-year limitations period for actions involving personal injury or death. However, important exceptions apply to specific types of cases.  

Medical malpractice, claims involving government entities, and other matters may follow different rules or requirements. Do not assume that three years applies to your situation.  

What If You Were Partly Responsible?

Being partially at fault does not automatically prevent recovery in every Michigan personal injury case. Michigan law generally reduces damages according to the injured person's percentage of comparative fault.  

The rules become especially important when an injured person is found more at fault than the other responsible parties combined. In that situation, Michigan law bars an award of non-economic damages while reducing economic damages by the person's fault percentage.  

Michigan Auto No-Fault Claims

Michigan requires no-fault automobile insurance for vehicle owners. Required policies include Personal Injury Protection, Property Protection Insurance, and residual liability coverage.  

PIP coverage may pay qualifying medical expenses and certain other benefits following an auto accident. Available benefits and limits depend on the policy and circumstances.

Working With Mungo Law

We Start by Listening

Before building a strategy, we need to understand what happened. We also want to know how the injury has affected your real life.  

That conversation helps us identify legal issues and potential next steps. It also gives you an opportunity to ask questions without unnecessary legal jargon.  

We Build a Game Plan Around Your Case

There is no copy-and-paste strategy for personal injury claims. We look at the evidence, injuries, insurance coverage, and potential legal challenges.  

Then we explain the available options in plain English. Our approach is built around three principles:  

• Respect: You deserve to be heard and treated like a person.  
• Transparency: You should understand what is happening with your case.  
• Relentless advocacy: We prepare to protect your interests at every appropriate stage.  

We Keep Communication Personal

Clients should not have to wonder whether their lawyer disappeared. Clear communication is part of effective representation.  

Mungo Law responds to calls and correspondence within 24 hours. We want you to know where things stand and what comes next.  

Michigan Personal Injury FAQs

Do I Have a Personal Injury Case in Michigan?

You may have a claim if another person's negligence or wrongful conduct caused your injuries. Liability depends on the facts, evidence, damages, and applicable Michigan law.

How Much Is My Personal Injury Case Worth?

There is no universal settlement amount for an injury. Case value can depend on medical treatment, lost income, liability, insurance coverage, long-term effects, and other factors.  

Should I Talk to the Insurance Company?

You may need to communicate with an insurer during the claims process. However, consider understanding your rights before giving detailed statements or signing documents.

What If I Was Partly at Fault?

Partial responsibility does not always eliminate a Michigan personal injury claim. Michigan's comparative-fault rules can reduce recoverable damages based on the injured person's percentage of fault.  

Will My Case Go to Court?

Many claims can be resolved without trial, but some disputes require litigation. Whether a case goes to court depends on liability, damages, negotiations, and other circumstances.  

How Long Will My Personal Injury Case Take?

There is no standard timeline. Medical treatment, evidence, insurance disputes, negotiations, and litigation can all affect how long a case takes.  

Does Mungo Law Only Represent Clients in Metro Detroit?

Mungo Law serves injured people throughout Michigan. Our primary service areas include Wayne County, Oakland County, Genesee County, and surrounding communities.  

Your Recovery Deserves More Than a Case Number

After a serious injury, legal questions are only one part of what you are facing. Your health, work, family responsibilities, and financial stability may all demand attention at once. You deserve clear information about your rights and the choices ahead.  

At Mungo Law, we believe good representation starts with listening. We bring respect, transparency, and determined advocacy to every client relationship. Every case is different, and speaking with a lawyer can help you understand your rights.  

Ready to Talk? Put Mungo Law in Your Corner

If you were injured in Michigan, tell us what happened. A conversation can help you understand whether you may have a claim and what steps could come next. Free consultations are available, and all calls and correspondence are responded to within 24 hours.

Mungo Law, PLLC  

Leonard "Brandyn" Mungo, Esq.
43000 W. 9 Mile Rd., Suite 301
Novi, MI 48375  

Phone: (734) 837-3913  

Email: bm@mungolawpc.com  

Website: mungolawpc.com

Serving Wayne County, Oakland County, Genesee County, and communities throughout Michigan.  

Every case is different. Speak to a lawyer to understand your rights. This website provides general educational information and does not constitute legal advice or create an attorney-client relationship.