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Erb’s Palsy: What Is a Brachial Plexus Birth Injury?

Excessive compression or traction during labor and delivery can result in birth injuries affecting the brachial plexus. This bundle of nerves controls movement and touch...

January 2, 2026

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What’s the Statute of Limitations for Michigan Personal Injury Cases?

Michigan’s personal injury statute of limitations is generally 3 years from the date of the accident per MCL 600.5805. However, the deadline can be shorter...

December 16, 2025

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Understanding Personal Injury Settlements in Michigan

Insurance settlements offer claimants a convenient way to resolve personal injury cases without the time, expense, or uncertainty of going to court. The value of...

December 4, 2025

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What Should I Do After a Car Accident in Michigan That Wasn’t My Fault?

If you were hurt in a car accident but were not at fault, Michigan’s no-fault rules mean that your own PIP insurance pays your medical...

December 3, 2025

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What Is a No-Fault Auto Insurance Claim?

If you’re injured in an auto accident in Michigan, your first step is to file a no-fault or first-party claim with your own insurance company....

December 2, 2025

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The Benefits of Value Billing for the Client

At Barrix Law Firm, we believe in providing transparent, predictable, and fair legal fees. That’s why we use value billing, a flat-fee structure that benefits you,...

February 4, 2025

Possible Defenses for a DUI Case in Michigan

It’s common that if you’ve been charged with drunk driving, DUI, OWI, and other related offenses in Michigan, you believe there is no viable defense...

October 25, 2024

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Exploring the Synergy Between Orthopedics, Physical Therapy, and Personal Injury Law

In the intricate world of healthcare and law, there exists a profound symbiosis that often goes unnoticed. The synergy between orthopedics, physical therapy and personal...

September 11, 2023

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New Hope for the Injured in Property Claims – Michigan Court Ruling Overturns Open and Obvious Defense

The Michigan Supreme Court's decision in Kandil-Elsayed v. F & E Oil, Inc. significantly changed how premises liability claims are handled by eliminating the "open...

August 23, 2023

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The Importance of Hiring an Experienced DUI Attorney

Police Officers Are Letting Drunk Drivers Go Free, Investigation Shows In a shocking revelation, an investigation into drunk driving arrests has uncovered instances where police...

August 22, 2023