Road Rage Accidents

Michigan Road Rage Accident Claims

Road rage incidents in Michigan have escalated dramatically, with aggressive driving causing serious collisions and deaths on highways and surface streets. When an enraged driver causes an accident through tailgating, brake-checking, or intentional contact, the victims deserve full compensation. Koussan Law pursues maximum recovery against road rage perpetrators.

Types of Road Rage Behavior

Road rage encompasses aggressive tailgating, excessive speeding, weaving between lanes, brake-checking, blocking vehicles, using a vehicle as a weapon, throwing objects, and physical violence. Any behavior that causes an accident and injury can form the basis of a personal injury claim.

Insurance and Liability

Under Michigan's no-fault system, your PIP benefits cover medical expenses and wage loss regardless of the other driver's behavior (MCL § 500.3107). For pain and suffering claims, the serious impairment threshold under MCL § 500.3135 must be met. Many auto policies exclude intentional acts — if the insurer denies coverage, we pursue the driver's personal assets and your UM/UIM coverage as alternative recovery sources.

Criminal vs. Civil Claims

Even if a road rage driver faces criminal charges, a separate civil lawsuit is necessary to recover compensation. Criminal proceedings punish the offender but do not compensate the victim. A criminal conviction can strengthen the civil claim by establishing culpability.

Call Koussan Law at (313) 800-0000 after a road rage incident.