Local facts for a Canton Township crash claim
| Crash reports | Canton Police Department |
|---|---|
| District court | 35th District Court (660 Plymouth Rd., Plymouth) (serves Cities of Northville and Plymouth; Townships of Northville, Plymouth, and Canton) |
| Circuit court | 3rd Circuit Court (Wayne County), Detroit |
| Probate court | Wayne County Probate Court (1307 Coleman A. Young Municipal Center, 2 Woodward Ave., Detroit) |
| Trauma centers | St. Mary Mercy Livonia Hospital (Level II (adult), nearest; in Livonia); St. Joseph Mercy Ann Arbor (Level I (adult), in Ypsilanti); Corewell Health Dearborn Hospital (Level II (adult), in Dearborn) |
| Major roads | I-275, M-153 (Ford Road), US 12 (Michigan Avenue) |
| From our office | About 35 minutes by car (approximate) |
Crashes in Canton Township in 2024
Police reported 1,961 traffic crashes in Canton Township in 2024. In those crashes, 4 people were killed and 22 people suffered suspected serious injuries. The table counts crashes; the deaths and injuries above count people, and one crash can involve several.
| Crashes with injuries | 386 |
|---|---|
| Fatal crashes | 4 |
| Alcohol involved | 48 |
| Pedestrian involved | 14 |
| Bicyclist involved | 10 |
| Deer involved | 74 |
| On interstate highways | 206 |
Source: Michigan Traffic Crash Facts, Wayne County 2024 profile, tables of crashes and people by municipality. Covers calendar year 2024, the latest year with municipal tables when we checked on October 22, 2026. Counts are police-reported crashes located in the municipality.
Driving in Canton Township
- Canton is crossed by three major state and federal routes: I-275, M-153 (Ford Road) and US 12 (Michigan Avenue). Source
- Canton recorded 1,961 reported crashes in 2024, including 74 deer-involved crashes. Source
What to do after a crash in Canton Township
- Get medical care, and tell every provider the injury came from a car crash.
- Get the crash report number from the Canton Police Department.
- Report the claim to your own auto insurer and ask for an application for no-fault benefits.
- Photograph the vehicles, the scene and your injuries, and ask nearby businesses to save any video.
- Call us before you give a recorded statement to any insurer.
What Michigan no-fault pays you
Your own auto insurer pays medical care up to your PIP limit, 85% of lost wages for up to three years (capped at $7,455 per 30 days for accidents from October 1, 2026 through September 30, 2027), up to $20 a day for household help, and attendant care. If your injury meets Michigan’s threshold, you can also sue the at-fault driver for pain and suffering and the losses PIP does not cover. Read the full no-fault guide.
One year. Give your no-fault insurer written notice within one year of the crash. Use the deadline calculator to see every date for your case.
Canton Township cases by type
- Canton Township truck accident
- Canton Township pedestrian accident
- Canton Township Uber and Lyft accident
- Canton Township wrongful death
Nearby Wayne County communities
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Sources: Michigan courts directory, Michigan Traffic Crash Facts (2024), the DIFS Level I and II trauma center list and local agency websites, checked October 2026.
Questions people ask us
Where would a Canton Township car accident case be filed?
A no-fault claim of $25,000 or less is usually filed in district court, which for Canton Township is the 35th District Court (660 Plymouth Rd., Plymouth). Larger claims and most lawsuits against at-fault drivers go to circuit court, the 3rd Circuit Court (Wayne County), Detroit. Venue can also depend on where a defendant lives or does business.
Do I have to come to your office?
No. Most of our work with clients happens by phone, video and email, and we come to you if you are recovering at home or in the hospital. Our phones are answered 24 hours a day.
How long do I have to act after a crash in Canton Township?
You must give your no-fault insurer written notice within one year of the crash, and you generally have three years to sue the at-fault driver. Claims involving a government vehicle or a road defect can require notice within 120 days.