Drowsy Driving Accidents

Thorough Investigation Makes the Difference

Drowsy driving cases require aggressive investigation to prove the driver was fatigued. Koussan Law subpoenas work records, phone data, and driving logs to build compelling evidence of driver fatigue. Our thorough approach has produced multi-million dollar results for Michigan accident victims.

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Aggressive Representation for Drowsy Driving Accident Victims

If you or a loved one has suffered due to someone else's negligence, Koussan Law is here to fight for the compensation you deserve. Free consultation. No fees unless we win. Call (313) 800-0000 today.

Is drowsy driving considered negligence in Michigan?

Yes. Operating a vehicle while fatigued is negligent conduct under Michigan common law. While Michigan does not have a specific drowsy driving statute like it does for texting (MCL 257.602b), falling asleep at the wheel or operating with severely impaired judgment due to fatigue constitutes a failure to exercise reasonable care. Commercial drivers who violate federal hours-of-service regulations (49 CFR Part 395) face negligence per se.

How do I prove the other driver was drowsy in Michigan?

Evidence includes the driver's own admissions, cell phone and activity records showing lack of sleep, work schedules demonstrating extended hours, ELD (electronic logging device) data for commercial drivers, accident reconstruction showing no braking or evasive action before impact, lane departure patterns consistent with microsleep, and witness testimony about the driver's behavior before the crash.

What compensation is available for drowsy driving accident victims?

Under Michigan's no-fault system, your PIP benefits (MCL 500.3107) cover medical expenses and wage loss. If injuries meet the serious impairment threshold under MCL 500.3135, you can pursue a third-party tort claim for pain and suffering, excess damages, and loss of consortium. Commercial drowsy driving cases may involve the trucking company's liability for violating hours-of-service regulations.

What is the statute of limitations for drowsy driving claims?

Under MCL 600.5805(2), you have three years from the date of the accident. PIP benefits must be applied for within one year under MCL 500.3145. Evidence of drowsy driving (driver logs, phone records, work schedules) should be preserved immediately through attorney spoliation demands.

Why hire Koussan Law for a drowsy driving case?

Drowsy driving cases require proving what the driver's condition was at the time of the crash — which demands aggressive evidence collection before records are lost. Koussan Law subpoenas work schedules, phone records, and ELD data to prove fatigue. Attorney Ali Koussan holds drowsy drivers and their employers accountable. Call (313) 800-0000.