Southfield, Michigan · Serving Clients Since 2003
Southfield Car Accident Lawyer
Telegraph and 12 Mile is one of the most crash-prone intersections in the entire state. If a car crash, motorcycle accident, or vehicle collision in Southfield left you injured, you need a firm that has already recovered more than $100 million for Michigan families — and never backs down from an insurance company.
Why HTY Law in Southfield
Southfield's Toughest Auto Injury Attorneys.
Southfield sits at the crossroads of some of the busiest asphalt in Michigan — the I-696 and M-10 Lodge interchange, the Telegraph Road (US-24) corridor, the Northwestern Highway service drives, and the Southfield Freeway. Add the largest suburban office market in the state, and you get relentless commuter volume, aggressive merging, and rush-hour pileups that send people to Ascension Providence every single day.
When a vehicle collision upends your life, the insurance company is already working. Within hours an adjuster is pulling the police report, requesting a recorded statement, and building a file designed to pay you as little as possible. A Southfield car accident lawyer exists to make sure that file never becomes the last word on what your injuries are worth.
HTY Law has been fighting for injured Michigan families since 2003. Our partners — Amer Hakim, Fadi Toma, and Kevin Yaldoo — built a firm with the resources to take on national insurance carriers and the attention of a practice where every client speaks directly with their attorney. Not a paralegal. Not a call center. Their attorney.
From rear-end car crashes on Northwestern Highway to catastrophic motorcycle wrecks on Telegraph, our team knows how Oakland County insurance defense lawyers operate — and how to beat them. We have recovered more than $100 million for Michigan accident victims, and we do not take a single dollar in fees unless we win your case.
Hurt in a Southfield Crash?
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No cost to call. No obligation. No fee unless we win your case. We answer 24 hours a day, and we make hospital and home visits anywhere in Oakland County.
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Where Southfield car accidents actually happen.
Michigan State Police crash data consistently places Southfield roads among the most dangerous in the state. These are the intersections and corridors we see over and over in our case files.
Telegraph Rd & 12 Mile Rd
106 crashes, 23 injuries (2024) — ranked the 7th most dangerous intersection in Michigan and the worst in Southfield. High speeds on Telegraph are a recurring factor.
Southfield Rd & W 11 Mile Rd
76 crashes, 38 injuries (2024) — on the Lathrup Village border. One of the highest injury-to-crash ratios on the entire statewide list.
I-696 & M-10 (Lodge) Interchange
Multi-level freeway merge with short weave distances. Chain-reaction rear-end collisions and sideswipes at highway speed.
Northwestern Hwy Service Drives
Office-park driveways feeding directly onto a high-speed service drive. Left-turn and failure-to-yield crashes dominate.
Greenfield, Evergreen & Lahser
North-south arterials cutting across 8, 9, 10, and 11 Mile. Heavy signal density, frequent T-bone and pedestrian collisions.
Orchard Lake Rd & 14 Mile
109 crashes (2024) — just north in Farmington Hills, 6th most dangerous statewide, and a route thousands of Southfield commuters use daily.
Crash figures reflect 2024 Michigan State Police Traffic Crash Reporting Unit data compiled in publicly reported statewide intersection rankings.
Cases We Handle in Southfield
Every Type of Crash. Every Insurance Company.
From a fender-bender outside the Southfield Town Center to a fatal semi-truck wreck on I-696 — if it happened in Southfield or anywhere in Oakland County, we have handled cases like yours. And we have won them.
01 / Auto
Southfield Car Accident Lawyer
Rear-end car crashes on Telegraph. T-bones at 12 Mile. Hit-and-run and uninsured motorist claims across Oakland County. We have recovered millions for Southfield drivers and passengers, and we know precisely how Michigan's No-Fault law works in your favor when an experienced attorney handles it.
02 / Motorcycle
Southfield Motorcycle Accident Lawyer
Insurance companies treat riders like statistics. We do not. HTY Law has secured record-setting Michigan motorcycle results — including $5.5 million, $4.25 million, and $2.3 million recoveries. We know the bias riders face from adjusters and juries, and we know how to defeat it.
03 / Truck
Truck & Semi Collision Claims
Commercial trucks moving through the I-696 and Telegraph corridors outweigh passenger vehicles many times over. When a semi causes a vehicle collision, we hold the driver, the motor carrier, and their insurers accountable under both Michigan law and federal trucking regulations.
04 / Commercial
Rideshare & Delivery Vehicle Crashes
Delivery vans, box trucks, Uber and Lyft drivers working under quota and clock pressure. These claims involve layered commercial policies and corporate defendants — exactly the kind of complex litigation our team has been winning since 2003.
05 / Pedestrian & Bicycle
Pedestrian & Bicycle Injuries
Southfield's wide arterials and long signal spacing are unforgiving to anyone outside a vehicle. Pedestrian and cyclist injuries are catastrophic by nature. We pursue every available source of recovery under Michigan No-Fault and third-party liability law.
06 / All Personal Injury
Slip & Fall, Dog Bites, Wrongful Death
Property owner negligence at retail centers and office campuses. Dog bite injuries under Michigan's strict-liability statute. Catastrophic loss. We handle the full spectrum of personal injury — including the hard cases other firms turn away.
Recent Case Results
We Don't Promise Outcomes. We Deliver Them.
Past results do not guarantee future outcomes — but they do reveal a firm's track record. These are real cases HTY Law has won for Michigan families.
Car Accident
Catastrophic collision. Built an airtight liability case against a negligent driver and refused to settle for less than our client deserved.
Motorcycle
Rider struck by a distracted driver. One of Michigan's largest motorcycle accident settlements, secured despite aggressive defense tactics.
Motorcycle
Fatal intersection collision. We took on the insurance carrier and won a landmark result for the surviving family.
Motorcycle
Multi-million dollar recovery for a Michigan motorcyclist seriously injured by a negligent automobile driver.
Truck Accident
A commercial truck driver's negligence caused serious injury. We held the trucking company accountable for full compensation.
Car Accident
Significant recovery for a Michigan driver after building a strong evidentiary case against the at-fault party's insurer.
Trip & Fall
Hazardous property condition. We proved negligence and secured full compensation for our client's pain, losses, and recovery.
Dog Bite
Full compensation for bite injuries, scarring, and emotional trauma under Michigan's strict-liability dog bite statute.
Results may vary depending on your particular facts and legal circumstances. Past case results do not guarantee or predict a similar outcome in any future case.
Riders Deserve Better
Southfield Motorcycle Accident Lawyers.
Motorcycle claims are not car accident claims with a different vehicle on the report. Michigan treats them differently, insurers defend them differently, and juries carry assumptions about riders that have to be dismantled with evidence.
The single most important difference: motorcyclists are generally not entitled to the same automatic No-Fault PIP benefits as drivers unless a motor vehicle was involved in the crash. Which insurance company pays your medical bills depends on the order of priority set by statute — the at-fault vehicle's insurer, the owner's insurer, the operator's insurer, and so on. Get that order wrong and your benefits stall for months.
Left-turn violations at Telegraph and Greenfield. Drivers pulling out of Northwestern Highway office lots without looking twice. Lane-change collisions on the Lodge. We have secured $5.5 million, $4.25 million, and $2.3 million for injured Michigan riders, and we know exactly how to build a case that survives the "he came out of nowhere" defense.
What we do in the first 72 hours of a rider's case:
Lock down the scene evidence
Skid geometry, sight lines, signal timing, and nearby business camera footage before it overwrites.
Identify every insurance layer
At-fault policy, owner's policy, resident relative coverage, umbrella policies, and uninsured motorist coverage.
Get benefits flowing
File the right claim with the right carrier in the right priority order so treatment is not delayed.
Shut down the adjuster
All contact routes through us. You never give a recorded statement without your attorney.
Michigan No-Fault Law
What Southfield Drivers Need to Know.
Michigan's No-Fault auto insurance system is among the most complicated in the country, and insurance companies use that complexity against injured people every day. Here is what matters most after a car crash in Southfield.
You are entitled to PIP benefits.
Your own insurer pays medical expenses, up to 85% of lost wages for up to three years, and replacement household services — regardless of who caused the collision. Adjusters routinely deny, delay, and underpay these benefits. We force them to pay what is owed.
You can also sue the at-fault driver.
If your injuries meet the serious impairment of body function threshold, you can pursue pain and suffering and excess economic damages on top of your No-Fault benefits. The threshold is technical — and meeting it is where an experienced attorney earns their keep.
Strict deadlines apply.
Michigan generally allows three years to file a negligence lawsuit and one year to claim No-Fault PIP benefits. Shorter written notice rules can apply to hit-and-run, uninsured motorist, and government vehicle claims. Every day you wait costs leverage. [Attorney review required before publishing deadline language.]
Five things to do after a Southfield vehicle collision
1. Do not give a recorded statement. Adjusters use them to lock you into incomplete facts before you know the extent of your injuries.
2. See a doctor immediately. Even if you feel fine. Adrenaline masks injuries, and gaps in treatment are the first thing the defense attacks.
3. Document everything. Photos of the scene, vehicles, and injuries. Witness names. The police report number. Save all of it.
4. Do not accept the first offer. Opening offers are almost always a fraction of true case value. Once you sign a release, the case is over.
5. Call a Southfield car accident lawyer before signing anything. The consultation is free and direct attorney access starts on that first call.
Not sure if you have a case? That is exactly what a free consultation is for. Call 855-558-8250.
How It Works
Four Steps. Zero Cost. No Risk.
From the moment you call, we handle everything. You focus on healing. We focus on winning.
STEP 01
Free Case Review
Call 855-558-8250 or submit your case online. We evaluate the facts, explain your rights under Michigan No-Fault, and tell you honestly whether we believe you have a claim.
STEP 02
We Investigate
Police reports. Black-box data. Witness statements. Surveillance from Southfield businesses and office campuses. Medical records. We build the case while you get better.
STEP 03
We Fight Insurance
We send the demand. We negotiate hard. If they lowball or deny, we file suit in Oakland County Circuit Court. Carriers know which firms actually try cases.
STEP 04
You Get Paid
By settlement or verdict, we pursue maximum compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain and suffering. You owe no attorney fee unless we win.
Real Client Reviews
Real Clients. Real Results. Real Reviews.
Do not take our word for it. Here is what Michigan families say after working with HTY Law.
★★★★★
"I wish I could give them infinite stars because that's what they deserve. They were with me every step of the way, giving any advice I needed through surgery and rehab, collecting lost wages, and finally handing me a settlement check for the full amount of the uninsured motorist portion of my policy – just 6 months after the date of my accident!!"
Olivia B.
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★★★★★
"They didn't just handle my case — they took care of me. Kevin and Fadi fought for the best outcome and never made me feel rushed or ignored. Their knowledge and dedication made all the difference."
Paula M.
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★★★★★
"Amer and his whole team did a phenomenal job after my accident. It's not only business, they treat you like family. Very supportive, attentive, and genuinely compassionate. I would absolutely recommend this office."
Erica T.
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★★★★★
"I want to sincerely thank HTY Law for the outstanding job they did. Their team was professional, attentive, and truly had my best interests at heart. They kept me informed every step of the way."
Kevin T.
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Why HTY Law
Any Attorney Can Take a Case. We Win Them.
"We don't back down from billion-dollar insurers. We take them on — and win."
AMER HAKIM, FADI TOMA & KEVIN YALDOO
Founding Partners · HTY Law
Direct Attorney Access
Your attorney picks up the phone. Not a receptionist. Not a paralegal. Not a call center.
50+ Years Combined Experience
Three partners, decades inside Michigan courtrooms. We know the Oakland County bench and the insurance defense bar that practices in front of it.
$100M+ Recovered
Hundreds of millions of dollars recovered for Michigan families since 2003. The track record speaks for itself.
Trial-Ready Reputation
Insurance carriers know which firms try cases and which ones fold. We try cases. That is why our settlements are bigger.
No Fee Until We Win — Guaranteed
You pay no attorney fee upfront. We are only paid when you are paid. [Costs and expenses caveat — confirm firm's standard language with managing partner before publishing.]
Frequently Asked Questions
Southfield Car Accident Questions, Answered.
Do I need a Southfield car accident lawyer if the crash wasn't my fault?+
You are not legally required to hire an attorney. But insurance industry data consistently shows that represented claimants recover substantially more than unrepresented ones. Even in a clear-fault vehicle collision, adjusters minimize payouts, delay treatment authorizations, and dispute the value of injuries. A Southfield car accident lawyer levels that playing field. The consultation is free, and you pay nothing unless we win.
How much does a car accident lawyer cost in Southfield?+
Nothing out of pocket. Michigan personal injury attorneys work on contingency, and the attorney fee in auto cases is capped by court rule at one-third of the recovery. At HTY Law you never write us a check to start your case — we are paid at the end, only if we recover money for you. [Confirm costs-and-expenses disclosure language with managing partner.]
How long do I have to file a Michigan car accident claim?+
Generally three years from the date of the car crash to file a third-party negligence lawsuit, and one year to claim Michigan No-Fault PIP benefits. Shorter written notice requirements can apply in hit-and-run, uninsured motorist, and government vehicle cases — some as short as 30 days. Do not assume you have time. Call as soon as possible. [Attorney review required.]
What if I was partially at fault for the accident?+
Michigan follows a modified comparative negligence rule. If you are 50% or less at fault you can still recover, with your award reduced by your percentage of fault. If you are more than 50% at fault, non-economic damages such as pain and suffering are barred, though economic damages may still be available. Insurers routinely inflate a claimant's fault percentage to cut the payout. We push back hard on that.
Are motorcycle accident claims handled differently in Michigan?+
Yes, and the differences are significant. Motorcyclists do not receive the same automatic No-Fault PIP coverage that drivers do. When a motor vehicle is involved, benefits are paid according to a statutory order of priority, and identifying the correct carrier is often the difference between treatment being approved and being stalled for months. Riders also face documented bias from adjusters and juries. HTY Law has secured $5.5M, $4.25M, and $2.3M results for Michigan motorcyclists.
What is my Southfield car accident case worth?+
Value turns on injury severity, current and future medical costs, wage loss, the impact on your daily life, available insurance limits, and the strength of the liability evidence. A soft-tissue claim may settle for thousands; catastrophic injury cases can reach into the millions. HTY Law has recovered results including $9.5M, $5.5M, $4.25M, and $2.3M. The only way to know what your specific case is worth is to have an attorney evaluate it — which we do for free.
Which Southfield roads produce the most crashes?+
Telegraph Road at 12 Mile is the most crash-prone intersection in Southfield and ranked 7th statewide in 2024 with 106 crashes and 23 injuries. Southfield Road at West 11 Mile recorded 76 crashes and 38 injuries the same year. The I-696 and M-10 Lodge interchange, the Northwestern Highway service drives, and the Greenfield, Evergreen, and Lahser arterials round out the corridors we see most often in Southfield case files.
Will my case have to go to trial?+
Most personal injury cases settle — but only when the insurance company believes your attorney is genuinely prepared to try the case. That is why trial readiness matters even in a case that never sees a jury. We prepare every file as though it is going to Oakland County Circuit Court, and that preparation is what produces stronger settlements.
Closest Office to Southfield
We Come to You. Or You Come to Us.
Our Troy office serves all of Oakland County — including Southfield, Lathrup Village, Oak Park, Farmington Hills, Berkley, Royal Oak, Bingham Farms, and Franklin. Injured badly enough that you cannot travel? We make house calls, hospital visits, and virtual consultations.
With five offices across Michigan, we represent injured people in every corner of the state — from Metro Detroit to Grand Rapids, Muskegon, Flint, and Traverse City.
All 5 Office Locations →HTY Law — Troy Office
901 Wilshire Dr., Suite 390
Troy, MI 48084
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Grand Rapids · Muskegon · Flint · Traverse City
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Attorney advertising. The case results described on this page were obtained by HTY Law on behalf of prior clients. Results may vary depending on the particular facts and legal circumstances of each case. Past case results do not guarantee or predict a similar outcome in any future matter. This page provides general information only and does not constitute legal advice, nor does viewing it create an attorney-client relationship.