Filing any sort of lawsuit is a time-consuming and stressful endeavor. Here are some key pieces of information and advice to help you navigate the ins and outs of a motorcycle lawsuit.
Michigan Statute of Limitations
The time period you have to bring a lawsuit against another person is known as the statute of limitations. In Michigan, anyone injured in a motorcycle accident has three years to file their lawsuit. If that deadline is missed, their lawsuit will likely be dismissed.
Michigan Laws for Motorcycle Drivers
- Helmet requirements. Any passenger or driver that is under the age of 21 must wear an approved motorcycle helmet. However, an operator does not need to wear a helmet if they meet the following requirements:
- The driver is over 21 years of age
- They have $20,000 or more in first-party medical insurance benefits.
- The driver has held a motorcycle endorsement for at least two