Officials say more than 100 car crash victims and protesters rallied in Southfield Monday to express concerns about new legislation they say will limit Michigan auto insurance benefits.
Many of the protesters held up signs similar to the “Occupy” Detroit protesters reading, “Protect people, not profits.”
The proposed bill seeks to change Michigan's No Fault Laws. Michigan House (HB 4936) and Senate (SB 649) bills would eliminate the rule to purchase unlimited lifetime medical benefits. It would instead give options of coverage.
According to officials, protesters of the bill say some of their concerns are higher insurance rates, the possibility of more under insured drivers and adding stress to the Medicaid system. Proponents of the bills say this change promotes consumer choice.
The protesters in Southfield were separate from the “Occupy” Detroit protestors currently residing in Grand Circus Park.
According to reports, the “Occupy” protesters – part of the national movement - are expected to stay in the park until the group’s permit expires in mid-December.
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