Michigan Mobile Home Park Injury Lawyer

Our Michigan mobile home injury lawyers handle cases for people injured in a mobile home community. Injuries in mobile home parks can result from a variety of incidents, including slip and fall accidents, car accidents, dog bites, and other causes of bodily injury.

Tenants, guests, delivery drivers, and visitors all deserve safe conditions when they walk through common areas or visit home sites. When property owners fail to maintain those safe conditions, they can be held liable for the harm that results.

If you or a family member suffered injuries in a mobile home park, you may have the right to seek compensation from the park owner or management company. The Buckfire Law Firm is a top-rated personal injury law firm that can help you after a mobile home park injury accident. Call us today to start your case. There is no fee unless you win a settlement!

• Common Mobile Home Park Accidents and Injuries
• Who Can I Sue for a Mobile Home Park Injury?
• How Much are Mobile Home Park Settlements?
• Call Our Michigan Mobile Home Park Injury Lawyers

What Is a Michigan Mobile Home Park Injury Claim?

A mobile home park injury claim is a type of premises liability claim that arises when a park owner, operator, or management company allows dangerous conditions to exist on the property. These claims fall under Michigan’s broader personal injury law framework but involve specific considerations unique to manufactured housing communities.

Claims can involve injuries occurring in common areas such as:

• Roads and driveways within the park
• Sidewalks and walkways
• Clubhouses and community centers
• Laundromats and mail centers
• Playgrounds, pools, and recreational areas
• Parking lots and visitor spaces

Mobile home park injuries can include slip and fall accidents, trip and fall injuries, inadequate maintenance, injuries from defective equipment, and negligent security leading to assault or robbery. Claims may also arise from hazards around individual lots if the park retains control over maintenance, such as shared utility connections, drainage systems, or lot grading.

Common Mobile Home Park Accidents and Injuries

Mobile home parks have unique risk factors that set them apart from other residential properties. Many parks feature older infrastructures, narrow roads, shared utility systems, and common walkways that remain exposed to Michigan’s harsh winters.

These conditions create opportunities for serious accidents, including:

• Car accidents
• Bicycle accidents
• Pedestrians hit by cars
• Slip and falls on ice and snow
• Trip and falls on broken pavement and raised sidewalks
• Collapsing porches and broken steps
• Falling trees and tree limbs
• Dog bites and attacks
• Playground injuries
• Swimming pool accidents and drownings
• Carbon monoxide poisoning
• Potholes

Our award-winning attorneys will fully investigate your case to determine if you are entitled to compensation. If you have a claim, we will work hard to win you a great settlement.

Common Mobile Home Park Accident Injuries

Fall accidents and other incidents in mobile home parks commonly result in:

• Bodily injury, including both physical trauma and related medical complications
• Broken bones (wrists, hips, and ankles are especially common)
• Traumatic brain injuries from striking pavement or steps
• Spinal cord injuries and herniated discs
• Torn ligaments and soft tissue damage
• Facial injuries requiring reconstructive surgery
• Deep lacerations needing stitches
• Wrongful death

Our lawyers will get your medical record to prove the seriousness of your injuries. We use these records in our demand for settlement compensation with the mobile home park insurer.

Who Can I Sue for a Mobile Home Park Injury?

Liability in mobile home park injury cases often centers on the park owner or management company, but multiple parties may share responsibility depending on where and how the injury happened. It is crucial to identify all parties involved in the incident to ensure a thorough investigation and pursue fair compensation. A thorough investigation is essential to identify all potentially liable parties and their insurance coverage.

Our lawyers will gather evidence such as photographs, witness statements, and maintenance records to prove the existence of a dangerous condition and establish liability among the parties involved. Some potential defendants you can sue for a mobile home park injury are:

• Park owner entity
• Property management company hired to oversee daily operations
• Maintenance contractors or snow removal companies
• Security companies responsible for lighting or patrol services
• Home sellers or installers (for defective steps, decks, or skirting)
• Other residents (for dog bite injuries or dangerous clutter in common pathways)

The question of control matters significantly. If the park controls the road, sidewalk, or common utilities, it typically bears responsibility for upkeep and safety. If a tenant exclusively controls a hazard on their own lot, that tenant may be the liable party instead—or liability may be shared.

Can I Sue for a Slip and Fall on Ice at a Mobile Home Park?

You can sue if you slipped and fell on ice while walking in a mobile home park.  The owner and management company of the park is responsible for clearing away snow and ice to protect homeowners, their visitors, and business guests like delivery drivers and contractors.  The failure to clear snow from the streets and walkways and to salt ice is a basis to file a lawsuit.

Why Hire a Michigan Mobile Home Park Injury Lawyer?

Mobile home park injury cases differ from typical apartment or retail store slip and fall accidents. These parks are governed by specific state regulations, often involve complex corporate ownership structures, and present unique challenges that require specialized legal knowledge. Many personal injury attorneys do not possess the expertise needed to prove and win one of these cases.

Our attorneys will handle your case every step of the way, including:

• Investigating the scene quickly before the evidence disappears
• Obtaining park inspection records and maintenance logs
• Securing security camera footage, if available
• Interviewing resident witnesses and neighbors
• Hiring liability expert witnesses to prove negligence.
• Working with medical experts to document the full extent of injuries
• Calculating damages, including future medical needs and lost earning capacity
• Negotiating with the insurance company to pursue a fair settlement
• Filing a lawsuit and going to trial if necessary

Your chances of winning a settlement greatly improve if you hire a lawyer soon after your injury. This helps secure witness statements and allows evidence to be photographed and documented before repairs are made to a dangerous condition.

What to Do After an Injury in a Michigan Mobile Home Park

What you do in the first hours and days after an accident can strongly affect the outcome of your injury case. Evidence disappears quickly—ice melts, repairs get made, and witnesses forget details. Taking prompt action protects your right to recover damages.

Step-by-Step Actions After an Injury

1. Seek immediate medical care. Go to the emergency room, urgent care, or your primary doctor. Even if injuries seem minor, get checked out. Some conditions, like traumatic brain injuries, may not show immediate symptoms.
2. Report the incident to park management in writing. Document that you reported the dangerous conditions and when. Keep a copy for yourself.
3. Take photos and videos of the hazard. Capture the condition that caused your injury from multiple angles. Include surrounding areas for context.
4. Collect contact information for witnesses. Get names and phone numbers from neighbors or anyone who saw what happened.
5. Preserve physical evidence. Keep the shoes you were wearing, any damaged clothing, and items involved in the accident.
6. Do not give a recorded statement to the insurance company or sign any releases before speaking with a lawyer. Insurance adjusters work to minimize payouts, not to help you.
7. Follow all medical advice. Attend every follow-up appointment and complete recommended physical therapy. Gaps in treatment can be used against you.
8. Keep copies of all bills and records. Medical expenses, lost wages documentation, and out-of-pocket costs all serve as evidence of damages.

How Much Are Mobile Home Park Settlements?

The amount of your settlement depends on many factors. In general, compensation in mobile home park cases aims to make the injured person whole under Michigan law. Settlements include both economic damages and non-economic damages.

Economic Damages

Economic damages are for your actual financial losses:

• Emergency room care and hospitalization
• Surgery and medical procedures
• Physical therapy and rehabilitation
• Medications and medical equipment
• Future medical needs and ongoing care
• Lost wages during recovery
• Loss of future earning capacity
• Out-of-pocket costs (transportation to appointments, home modifications)

Non-Economic Damages

Non-economic damages compensate you for the personal impact of your injuries:

• Mental anguish
• Physical pain and suffering
• Emotional distress
• Loss of enjoyment of life
• Loss of independence
• Loss of consortium (for spouses in serious injury cases)

Our attorneys will work hard to win you the maximum possible settlement. Our track record of success in these cases is a testament to our skill and expertise in winning these cases.

Wrongful Death in Michigan Mobile Home Parks

Tragically, some mobile home park accidents result in wrongful death that forever changes the lives of families. When a loved one dies due to the negligence of a property owner or manager, it is essential to seek the guidance of a skilled attorney experienced in personal injury cases and premises liability law. Under Michigan law, compensation in a wrongful death lawsuit includes payment for the pain and suffering of the decedent prior to death, the loss of companionship of the surviving family members, and past, present, and future financial losses of the family.

Call Our Michigan Mobile Home Park Injury Lawyers

If you were hurt in a Michigan mobile home park—whether you’re a tenant, family member, guest, or delivery worker—you deserve to understand your rights. Accident victims often don’t realize how much compensation may be available until they speak with experienced attorneys who have a proven track record in personal injury cases.

The Buckfire Law Firm offers free initial consultations with experienced attorneys to discuss your case and legal options. There are no upfront attorney fees, and we only get paid if you win.

There are strict time deadlines for filing lawsuits in Michigan. Call us now to start your case.

Legally reviewed by:

Lawrence J. Buckfire, J.D., Lead Trial Attorney at Buckfire Law
Lawrence J. Buckfire, J.D. has over 30 years of experience specializing in personal injury and wrongful death cases. He earned his undergraduate degree from the University of Michigan and attended Wayne State University School of Law. Lawrence has been named a Super Lawyer, U.S. News Best Lawyer, and in The National Trial Lawyers-Top 100 Trial Lawyers.
Date of Review: Jan., 2026