Car Accident Settlement Calculator Portage, MI
Work out your likely compensation and payout range from medical bills, lost wages and Michigan fault rules — free, instant, no sign-up.
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Michigan: Your payout drops by your share of fault. If you were 51% or more at fault, you recover nothing.
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Giffels Law Office PLLC
4.7 · 59 reviews · Free consultation
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Sappanos Donald L
4.6 · 54 reviews · Free consultation
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Frederick J Taylor Law Offices
3.8 · 35 reviews · Free consultation
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Top-rated car accident lawyers in Portage
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Giffels Law Office PLLC
With over two decades of experience focusing on seriously injured clients, Giffels Law Office offers personalized legal help in auto accidents and personal injury cases. The team provides clear communication and direct access to the attorney, handling insurance claims and negotiations with patience and expertise. Some callers have noted occasional difficulties reaching staff initially.
Sappanos Donald L
Known for handling serious criminal cases, Sappanos Donald L and his team focus on defending clients facing charges like DUIs and murder. They work to keep clients out of prison and maintain clear communication throughout the legal process. Some clients note that calls may not always be answered immediately due to a busy schedule.
Frederick J Taylor Law Offices
With over 40 years of experience, Frederick J Taylor Law Offices focuses on personal injury, criminal defense, and license restoration cases. The team is known for clear explanations and thorough support, though some clients find their fees high and billing practices unclear. They offer 24-hour legal assistance and personalized case strategies.
What does an injury cost by body part?
Pick how serious the injury is. Each point shows the average medical bill for that body part at that severity; bigger point = costlier injury. Tap a point to compare it with the average workers’ comp claim for the same body part, which also pays lost wages. Then run the calculator for your own number.
- Head & brain
- Neck
- Back & spine
- Multiple injuries
- Chest, abdomen & hips
- Arms, hands & shoulders
- Legs, knees & feet
Kreis, Enderle, Hudgins & Borsos P.C.
Kreis Enderle Hudgins & Borsos, P.C. offers legal services across a wide range of areas, including business law, civil litigation, and elder law, with a focus on personalized client attention. Clients appreciate the firm’s knowledgeable team and thorough communication, though some note that consultations can emphasize costs and that experiences with sensitivity vary.
Goidosik Morse Disability Law Group
Known for handling Social Security Disability claims with a focus on thorough case preparation, Goidosik Morse Disability Law Group also offers assistance with personal injury and auto accident matters. Clients appreciate the team’s local knowledge and honest communication, though some note occasional delays and limited responsiveness during busy periods.
Koning & Jilek P.C.
Known for its focus on personal injury and car accident cases, Koning & Jilek P.C. serves clients across Michigan and Illinois with experienced legal support. The team handles everything from initial consultations to trial representation, emphasizing clear communication and personalized attention. Clients appreciate their professionalism and the strong results they achieve, though some note the… more...
Known for its focus on personal injury and car accident cases, Koning & Jilek P.C. serves clients across Michigan and Illinois with experienced legal support. The team handles everything from initial consultations to trial representation, emphasizing clear communication and personalized attention. Clients appreciate their professionalism and the strong results they achieve, though some note the process can be demanding.
Revision Legal
Revision Legal is one of the top ten choices due to its exceptional legal service in technology and internet law. Eric is one of Revision Legal's founding members. He has been rated for his expertise, creativity, and personal approach. Clients appreciate Revision Legal's attorneys for their first-rate legal skills and approachable, empathetic way of providing care. Revision Legal's lawyers put… more...
Revision Legal is one of the top ten choices due to its exceptional legal service in technology and internet law. Eric is one of Revision Legal's founding members. He has been rated for his expertise, creativity, and personal approach. Clients appreciate Revision Legal's attorneys for their first-rate legal skills and approachable, empathetic way of providing care. Revision Legal's lawyers put the clients first, which makes them stand out. Clients have described the firm's attorneys as clear communicators who are dedicated to solving problems, which allows businesses to concentrate on their goals.
Portage Car Accident Statistics
Fatal crashes involving cars, SUVs, pickups and vans in Portage, MI, 2024 (latest federal data)In 2024, 7 fatal crashes involving a car, SUV, pickup or van killed 7 people in Portage, MI (4 in 2023), according to NHTSA’s Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS). The city had 7 fatal crashes of any kind that year.
- People killed
- 74 in 2023
- Fatal car crashes
- 73 in 2023
- 2022–2024 total
- 13people killed
- Occupants killed
- 4inside the vehicles
- Roads with the most of these crashes
- Centre Ave
Source: NHTSA Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS), 2022–2024 data, compiled by TrustAnalytica. FARS covers crashes in which at least one person died; injury-only crashes are not included.
| # | Business | Rating | Reviews | Starting price | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Giffels Law Office PLLC | 4.7 | 59 | No Win, No Fee | (269) 381-4172 | Visit |
| 2 | Sappanos Donald L | 4.6 | 54 | No Fees Unless We Win | (269) 375-7713 | — |
| 3 | Frederick J Taylor Law Offices | 3.8 | 35 | No Fees Unless We Win | (269) 201-5925 | Visit |
| 4 | Kreis, Enderle, Hudgins & Borsos P.C. | 4.1 | 30 | No Fees Unless We Win | (269) 324-3000 | Visit |
| 5 | Goidosik Morse Disability Law Group | 4.6 | 20 | No Fees Unless We Win | (269) 344-5566 | Visit |
| 6 | Koning & Jilek P.C. | 5.0 | 5 | No Win, No Fee | (269) 343-1500 | Visit |
| 7 | Revision Legal | 5.0 | 2 | — | (269) 281-3908 | Visit |
About this Car Accident Settlement Calculator
This calculator uses the multiplier method, the starting point most insurance adjusters and personal injury lawyers use. It adds your financial losses (medical bills and lost wages) to a pain-and-suffering figure, which is those losses multiplied by a factor set by how serious the injury is: 1.5 to 2 times for minor injuries, up to 4 to 5 times for catastrophic ones. The type of accident adjusts the result, and it is then reduced by your share of fault under Michigan law. In Michigan, a no-fault state, it also separates what your own PIP insurance pays from what you can claim from the other driver.
Michigan rules this calculator applies
- Fault rule
- Modified comparative fault (51% bar). Your payout drops by your share of fault. If you were 51% or more at fault, you recover nothing.
- Deadline to file
- You generally have 3 years from the date of the injury to file a personal injury claim in Michigan. Claims against a government body usually need formal notice much sooner, and medical malpractice and wrongful death claims can have their own deadlines.
- No-fault
- Yes. Your own PIP pays first; see below.
No-fault insurance in Michigan
Michigan is a no-fault state. After a car accident, your own personal injury protection (PIP) covers your medical bills with no dollar cap by default, whoever caused the crash.
You can claim pain and suffering from the at-fault driver only if your injury meets Michigan's serious-injury threshold: a serious impairment of a body function, permanent serious disfigurement, or death. Financial losses above your PIP limit can still be claimed.
Michigan drivers can choose a lower PIP limit when they buy coverage; unlimited medical coverage is the default if no choice was made.
Motorcycle riders are generally outside PIP and follow the ordinary fault rules. Choose Motorcycle Accident in the calculator above to see that estimate.
General information about Michigan law, not legal advice, and the estimate is not a guarantee of any outcome. A lawyer can tell you how these rules apply to your case.
Frequently asked questions
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General information, not legal advice — consult a licensed Michigan attorney.