Catherine Nichols, 62, killed after colliding head-on with pickup truck on Vermontville Highway in Eaton County, MI

Nichols was driving a westbound car on Vermontville Highway when, for an unknown reason, she crossed into oncoming traffic and collided head-on with an eastbound pickup truck. While Nichols was pronounced dead at the scene, the driver of the pickup truck only sustained non-life threatening injuries. The cause of this crash remains under investigation; check back for updates.

What you need to know after a serious Michigan car accident

When someone has been seriously injured in a car accident, they are often faced with unexpected medical costs, lost wages and other losses. Injuries can be permanent and medical treatment may be extensive. In the days, weeks, and months following a car crash, injured people and their families often struggle to manage day-to-day life and can be overwhelmed.

After a serious or fatal collision, it is important to quickly get the information necessary to make good decisions and begin moving toward recovery. Getting appropriate medical treatment is just one aspect of healing. Getting assistance in handling the insurance claim that will begin financial recovery is another.

If the injuries are significant or if you have questions about what you should do, it is best to contact an experienced Michigan car accident attorney for a free, no-obligation consultation. Serious accidents are difficult to handle without the assistance of a lawyer who understands the process, knows how to negotiate with an insurance adjuster, and can obtain the highest possible settlement so that you can recover financially from the car accident. Learn more about car accident claims here.