Detroit, MI · Truck accident · 2026
Top-Ranked Truck Accident Lawyers in Detroit
The ranking
Top Detroit truck accident lawyers
This is the overall personal injury ranking for Detroit. Confirm a firm handles truck accident cases before you hire.
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Seva Law Firm
5.0288 Google reviews· TroyGoogle Maps position: #3 for "personal injury attorney", #3 for "car accident lawyer"
- Avg. map position
- 3.0
- Score
- 93.2/100
- 2Best map positionMost reviewedBar check pending
Mike Morse Injury Law Firm
4.84.6K Google reviews· SouthfieldGoogle Maps position: #1 for "personal injury attorney", #1 for "car accident lawyer"
- Avg. map position
- 1.0
- Score
- 90.1/100
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Christensen Law - Personal Injury Attorney
5.0215 Google reviews· DetroitGoogle Maps position: #4 for "personal injury attorney", #6 for "car accident lawyer"
- Avg. map position
- 5.0
- Score
- 87.8/100
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Michigan Auto Law - Auto Accident Attorneys
4.9915 Google reviews· Farmington HillsGoogle Maps position: #7 for "personal injury attorney", #2 for "car accident lawyer"
- Avg. map position
- 4.5
- Score
- 86.0/100
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Davis Injury Lawyers, PLLC
4.930 Google reviews· DetroitGoogle Maps position: #5 for "personal injury attorney", #7 for "car accident lawyer"
- Avg. map position
- 6.0
- Score
- 80.9/100
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TopDog Law Personal Injury Lawyers
4.8689 Google reviews· DetroitGoogle Maps position: #9 for "personal injury attorney", #9 for "car accident lawyer"
- Avg. map position
- 9.0
- Score
- 70.4/100
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Matz Injury Law
5.098 Google reviews· SouthfieldGoogle Maps position: #15 for "personal injury attorney", #11 for "car accident lawyer"
- Avg. map position
- 13.0
- Score
- 66.4/100
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Kajy Law Firm, PLLC
4.9895 Google reviews· SouthfieldGoogle Maps position: #13 for "personal injury attorney", #13 for "car accident lawyer"
- Avg. map position
- 13.0
- Score
- 64.8/100
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Buckfire Law Firm - Injury & Accident Attorneys
4.7958 Google reviews· SouthfieldGoogle Maps position: #11 for "personal injury attorney", #12 for "car accident lawyer"
- Avg. map position
- 11.5
- Score
- 59.5/100
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Lee Steinberg Law Firm
4.9309 Google reviews· SouthfieldGoogle Maps position: #17 for "personal injury attorney", #19 for "car accident lawyer"
- Avg. map position
- 18.0
- Score
- 52.0/100
Map positions, ratings and review counts: Google, recorded September 25, 2026. How we rank
Know this
What makes truck accident cases different
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Federal safety rules for commercial drivers (hours of service, maintenance, drug testing) can help prove fault.
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Trucking companies usually carry much higher insurance limits than private drivers.
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Key evidence like electronic logging data and dashcam footage can be lost if it is not requested quickly.
Checklist
Evidence to save now
- The truck's company name and USDOT number (on the cab door)
- Photos of the truck, trailer and cargo
- Police report and any citation issued
- Witness contact details
- Medical records and bills
Before you sign
Questions to ask a lawyer
- 1.Have you taken trucking companies to trial, not just settled?
- 2.How quickly will you send a letter asking them to preserve the truck's data?
- 3.Do you work with accident reconstruction experts?
Michigan
Rules that affect your claim
Filing deadline
3 years
For most injury claims (MCL § 600.5805).
Fault rule
Mixed comparative fault
Different fault rules apply to different kinds of damages. See the note below. Pure comparative fault for economic damages. For non-economic damages (pain and suffering), you are barred if more than 50% at fault. (MCL § 600.2959)
Car insurance
No-fault state
Your own personal injury protection (PIP) coverage pays your medical bills and some lost wages first, no matter who caused the crash. You can sue the at-fault driver only if your injuries meet the state's threshold.
Pending attorney review. General information, not legal advice. Deadlines can be shorter for claims against government agencies and for some case types.
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FAQ
Common questions
How long do I have to file a personal injury lawsuit in Michigan?
In most cases, 3 years from the date of the injury (MCL § 600.5805). Claims against a government agency often have much shorter notice deadlines.
What if I was partly at fault for my injury in Michigan?
Different fault rules apply to different kinds of damages. See the note below. Pure comparative fault for economic damages. For non-economic damages (pain and suffering), you are barred if more than 50% at fault. (MCL § 600.2959)
Is Michigan a no-fault car insurance state?
Michigan is a no-fault state. Your own personal injury protection (PIP) coverage pays your medical bills and some lost wages first, no matter who caused the crash. You can sue the at-fault driver only if your injuries meet the state's threshold.
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