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Our Areas of Practice in Personal Injury
We’ll bring our expertise and years of experience to help you with your case.
Below are some of our areas of practice, click here for a more thorough list…
Automobile Accidents
Automobile accidents account for a high percentage of most personal injuries and wrongful deaths. Murphy & Reed understand the life-altering effect that a serious car accident can have.
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Motorcycle Accidents
Motorcycle accidents are rarely the fault of the motorcycle driver and fatal motorcycle crashes are on the rise especially on Michigan highways. Murphy & Reed respects the rights of motorcycle riders who share the road with other traffic and fights to defend those rights.
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Truck Accidents
Accidents involving trucks often have devastating consequences. Personal injury or wrongful death occurring from a truck accident may entitle the injured party to significant compensation and Murphy & Reed has the knowledge and expertise to successfully handle these type of accidents which are often met with significant insurance defense.
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Rear End Collisions
A rear-end collision often is the result of a distracted driver or negligent motorist and can result in severe injury. Murphy & Reed understands the intricacies involved in rear-end collision and guides its clients through
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Bicycle Accidents
The citizens of Kalamazoo are all too familiar with the tragedy that can occur when motorists don’t respect bicyclists legally sharing the roads. Murphy & Reed is committed to keeping our roads safe for all cyclists and diligently represents those who have been injured while on a bicycle.
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Boating Accidents
Most boat accidents are the result of boaters that lack the basic knowledge and safety rules of the water or are impaired and unable to safely operate a watercraft.
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Dog Bites & Animal Attacks
Animal bites and attacks are often unexpected and result in minor to serious injuries. Murphy & Reed understands the intricacies involved with animal bites and attacks and has the resources and experts available to properly assist in these potentially devastating cases.
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Dramshop Action
Personal injury and wrongful death can occur when an organization unlawfully serves alcohol to an intoxicated person. The Michigan Dram Shop Act is difficult to navigate but Murphy & Reed understands the nuisances in successfully handling this type of claim.
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ABOUT OUR
EXPERTISE
At Murphy & Reed we focus on family and community. That’s why our practice provides individual attention for someone who has suffered an injury or lost someone to a tragic death. We believe in relationships. We care about our clients and focus on personalized attention. We are concerned with repairing damaged lives and maximizing recovery for the client.
We understand that family members may have questions. At Ford & Murphy we understand that an individual who has been injured has more questions than answers and we focus on providing those answers. We understand the turmoil and strife that family members face after the death of a loved one and Murphy & Reed is here to guide you every step of the way.
We have launched this site as a resource guide for our clients to better understand the legal process and be reassured in their decision to hire a local, caring law firm.

Testimonials
Satisfied clients, Exceptional results.
A Solid Record
For Improving Our Clients’ Lives
WE OFFER
Murphy & Reed have been representing clients in Michigan for many years. They are trusted by other attorneys who regularly refer cases to their firm. They offer a level of service to their clients that makes them feel like they are a part of the Murphy & Reed family. They are small by choice, but have the resources necessary to fully pursue any claim on behalf of the deceased. Our clients trust us with the most intimate details of their lives and allow us the privilege to serve their needs during a time of grieving and anger. Our law firm is dedicated to making sure that you have all of the information you need about Michigan Wrongful Death cases so that you can make an intelligent choice on who will represent the deceased’s best interests.
INTEGRITY
William
Murphy
+ YEARS of EXPERIENCE
Bill Murphy has more than 30 years of experience in preventing insurance companies from taking advantage of accident victims. His compassion for accident victims and their families has him one of the most respected attorneys in Southwest Michigan.
Phillip
Reed
+ YEARS of EXPERIENCE
CARING ATTORNEYS REPRESENTING YOU
We are Murphy & Reed, P.L.C. We have a solid record for improving clients’ lives. Protecting the rights of injured persons and fighting for a safer Michigan. Our team of attorneys cares about each client individually and this community. If you’ve been injured or suffered the loss of a loved one, you will be able to speak directly with one of our well-qualified attorneys. We do not believe in call center receiving or intake personal that is often used by big TV firms. We understand that when you call you, need answers, and our team is here to provide them for you.

EXPERIENCE
Our attorneys have decades of experience, have dealt with hundreds of cases, are highly regarded in the legal community, has a reputation that exudes excellence and are well known by insurance companies and insurance adjusters.

INTEGRITY
Representing our client is more important than a settlement’s bottom line. Murphy & Reed represents each client with individual attention and the highest integrity found in this profession. Murphy & Reed believes that no case is too large or too small and strives to treat each client equally.

YOU
Murphy & Reed believes in personalized experience centered on you, the client. Murphy & Reed believes in improving its client’s lives through ethical and tenacious representation.
Our clients need to know
Here you can find the latest from our office…
Reasonable Expenses in Wrongful Death Cases
When a lawyer bills a client for expenses in a contingency case, he cannot mark up the amount charged for any third-party services, such as court reporter fees. The fee charged must “reasonably reflect” the actual cost of those services, according to a recently...
Nursing Home Injuries Demand Experienced Counsel
There can be many nuances to slip and fall cases that illustrate the importance of retaining experienced counsel to help you with your case. One recent Michigan case provides a compelling example. In Paberzs v. Eight Star Ltd. P'ship, the Michigan Court of Appeals...
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Kalamazoo, MI 49007
Tel: (269) 342-9900
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Murphy & Reed
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119 North Church Street
Suite 202
Kalamazoo, MI 49007
(269) 342-9900