Our firm previously reported a favorable Michigan Court of Appeals outcome for an injured SMART bus passenger who sued the Michigan Department of Transportation. James Iafrate represented the injured passenger.
What the short report establishes
This is a report of the firm’s representation and the favorable appellate result described in the original announcement. It does not state an award amount or supply a general rule that every bus passenger has a valid claim against a road agency.
Public-entity claims require attention to the actual defendant, conduct, immunity, and legal basis. Do not infer those details from the name of the transit service alone.
For a current passenger claim
Save the route, bus number, operator information, trip time, incident number, witnesses, and available footage. Keep treatment records and insurer correspondence. The ownership and operation of the bus, another driver’s conduct, and any alleged roadway condition can present separate questions.
See the bus-accident liability guide and government-related roadway issues. Our bus accident practice page covers representation. The outcome of the reported appeal does not guarantee another case’s result.
Talk with Logeman & Iafrate
Request a free consultation or call (734) 994-0200 to discuss your situation with our Ann Arbor office. Bring the relevant records and any insurer correspondence. Advice about your claim depends on the facts, coverage, and applicable deadlines.
General information only; this article is not legal advice for an individual case.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does this report identify a payment amount?
No. No amount is asserted here.
Does a SMART trip automatically create a claim against MDOT?
No. The defendant, legal basis, immunity, and evidence require individual review.
Awards and Honors
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