Michigan Personal Injury Law Blog | Scott Goodwin Law

Hotel employees at a front desk.

More than a million people in the United States work in hotels and motels in some way. This includes housekeepers, desk clerks, managers, maintenance workers, security guards, chefs, bartenders, waiters, and dining room attendants, just to name a few. While there are many different ways people can potentially work in hotels, one thing they have

Wet floor sign on a stone floor.

A stay at a hotel is supposed to be a chance to relax and feel like you’re getting away from it all. People are likely enjoying a vacation/staycation and are looking forward to things like enjoying the pool, visiting nearby attractions, and maybe ordering some room service. Nobody checks into a hotel expecting that they

New mother laying in a hospital bed holding a baby.

It’s important to understand that birth injuries don’t just include injuries to the baby, they can include injuries to the mother as well, such as pelvic floor injuries.  The pelvic floor refers to a group of muscles and connective tissues located underneath the pelvis, between the tailbone and the front of the public bone. These

Motorcycle parked by the side of a country road.

When we talk about motorcycle accidents, people might think of a situation where there’s a direct collision between a motorcycle and a car or truck. But in some cases, a motorcycle accident can involve another vehicle, but without the two actually colliding. For example, a person on a motorcycle might lose control of their bike

Row of empty hospital beds.

When a person goes to the hospital, they very often end up needing to stay for a while. If someone is undergoing surgery or another medical procedure, doctors need to make sure they’re recovering without complications. Or if someone goes to the hospital because they’re showing signs of an illness, doctors might need time to

People sit outside of an RV for a picnic.

If you’re looking for a way to have fun this summer, taking a trip in an RV can be a great option to consider. It can be more flexible than flying and saves you the trouble of finding hotels to stay in, which can be particularly challenging if you want to travel with pets. And

Man in a reflective vest and hardhat writes on a clipboard.

Whether it’s in the workplace or in our day-to-day lives, machinery plays an important part of our lives and that machinery may need occasional maintenance to keep it safe to use, or be replaced if repairs can’t be made. For example, if you notice problems with the brakes on your car, it’s important to bring

Burger and fries on a wood platter.

It can be surprisingly easy to get injured in a fast food restaurant. While employees can be at risk for things like cuts and burn injuries, falls are something that can affect both employees and customers. With so many people coming in and out of the restaurant throughout the day, snow and rain can get

Electric bike on a sidewalk.

get around, or just for fun. But for many people, riding an e-bike instead of a traditional bike can be an even better option. For example, e-bikes are often easier to use for those who have physical limitations that make traditional bikes difficult to use. E-bikes can also make it possible to get around faster

A mother in a hospital gown kisses her baby's head.

If someone falls down, is bitten by a dog, or has been in a car accident, they will likely have some kind of physical marks on their body because of it, such as a scar, a cut, or a bruising. However, injuries caused by birth trauma can be different. While some cases of birth injuries

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