35+ Years
Legal Experience
About George T. Sinas
George T. Sinas, based in East Lansing, Michigan, has dedicated over 35 years to advocating for seriously injured individuals across the state. Throughout his career, he has secured numerous million-dollar-plus judgments and settlements, earning him widespread recognition in the field of personal injury law.
George's leadership roles include serving as a past President of the Michigan Association for Justice and a former Chairperson of the State Bar Negligence Law Section. His contributions to the legal community have been acknowledged through various honors. In 2018, he was awarded the Cline Schreier Award for Excellence by the State Bar of Michigan, Negligence Law Council, and the Thomas E. Brennan Lifetime Achievement Award by the Ingham County Bar Association.
In previous years, George received the Respected Advocate Award from the Michigan Defense Trial Counsel in 2015, the Champion of Justice Award from the Michigan Association for Justice in 2014, and the Michigan Lawyer of the Year award from Michigan Lawyers Weekly in 2013. He was also named Lansing Personal Injury Litigator of the Year by Best Lawyers in both 2009 and 2014.
George's expertise in representing victims of serious brain injury was recognized with the Michigan Brain Injury Association Legacy Society Professional Service Award in 2005. Since 1989, he has been consistently listed in The Best Lawyers in America for personal injury law and has been named a Michigan Super Lawyer annually since 2006. Additionally, since 2017, he has been recognized as one of the “Top 100 Super Lawyers” in Michigan, the only personal injury attorney in the Lansing area to receive this distinction.
Beyond his practice, George has contributed to legal scholarship by authoring two textbooks and numerous articles on motor vehicle injury cases and the Michigan Automobile No-Fault Insurance Law. He has also shared his expertise as an Adjunct Professor at the Michigan State University College of Law, teaching auto no-fault law.
George serves as General Counsel for the Coalition Protecting Auto No-Fault (CPAN), further showcasing his commitment to advocating for the rights of the injured.
The information on this page is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Consult a licensed attorney for advice about your situation.
Practice Areas
Michigan Car Accident Laws
Understanding Michigan's accident laws is critical when pursuing a claim. Here are the key legal rules that apply to your case:
Statute of Limitations
3 years
Time limit to file a claim
Negligence Rule
modified comparative fault (51%)
How fault is determined
Min. Insurance (BI/PD)
$20K/$40K/$10K
Per person/per accident/property
Insurance System
No-Fault
Your own insurance covers injuries
Frequently Asked Questions
What is George T. Sinas's area of expertise?
George T. Sinas specializes in personal injury law, focusing on representing seriously injured clients throughout Michigan.
What notable awards has George T. Sinas received?
George has received numerous awards, including the Cline Schreier Award for Excellence and the Thomas E. Brennan Lifetime Achievement Award.
What leadership roles has George T. Sinas held?
George has served as the past President of the Michigan Association for Justice and former Chairperson of the State Bar Negligence Law Section.
Has George T. Sinas contributed to legal education?
Yes, he has authored textbooks and articles on motor vehicle injury cases and taught at Michigan State University College of Law.
What is George T. Sinas's role with CPAN?
He is the General Counsel for the Coalition Protecting Auto No-Fault, advocating for auto no-fault law.
Contact Information
Need Legal Help?
Contact George T. Sinas for a free consultation about your accident case.
Call for Free ConsultationAfter an Accident
- 1Seek immediate medical attention
- 2Document the scene & gather evidence
- 3File a police report
- 4Don't speak to insurance adjusters alone
- 5Contact George for a free case review
