David Femminineo - 85565CRASH Car Accident Attorney

On 24 Mile Road in Michigan, a construction company was pumping water out of a sewer and onto the road during a construction project in November 2015. Part of doing a thorough and safe job such as this, however, is paying close attention to the weather forecast, especially in a state like Michigan where the weather can be extreme. The construction workers, in fact, did not adequately monitor the weather. A sharp drop in temperature turned the water into ice on the road, immediately putting motorists at risk, and leading to an auto accident to one motorist and a life of being disabled. David C. Femmineo secured the accident victim a $1.4 million settlement.

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Bicyclists have the right to be on Michigan roads, just like cars and trucks. A bicycle accident between a bike rider and motor vehicle, however, is not uncommon. Motorists do not always share the road, and not all cyclists observe the law. This disregard for Michigan legalities can lead to treacherous highways and far too many crashes, often fatal. (more…)

Would you read a book while driving a car? Never, right? You need your hands to hold the book, your eyes to read the page, your mind to comprehend what you’re reading. It’s just not possible. Now, would you read something on your cell phone while driving a vehicle? You need your hands to hold the phone, your eyes to see the screen, and your mind to comprehend what you’re reading or looking at. This behavior doesn’t leave much room for the most important task at hand – to drive safely. In fact, it turns you into a distracted driver.

The bottom line is this: If you’re doing anything other than driving your car and paying attention to that activity, you’re multitasking. And that puts you at a greater risk of being in an automobile accident. (more…)

When you reach a certain age, your body changes whether you like it or not. Seniors find themselves challenged in ways they never anticipated, including when they’re behind the wheel of a motor vehicle. Safe driving skills are essential for every licensed driver, but crash prevention also becomes part of the driving equation for older adults. By taking every precaution possible, Michigan seniors can prevent car accidents, especially their chances of causing one. (more…)

Winter is not kind to Michigan roads. Potholes pepper the highways and, whether large or small, they can do serious damage to vehicles. Far more concerning, however, is when potholes cause car accidents. It’s one thing to worry about destroying your tires, but hitting a pothole and losing control of your vehicle endangers your life, your passengers, and other motorists. (more…)

Every licensed driver is guilty of occasionally being a bad driver. The goal, of course, is to be alert and engaged with the task at hand every time you get behind the wheel. Distractions, unfortunately, are everywhere. Bad behaviors developed over the years can be difficult to break. And any unsafe driving habits or avoidable mistakes can lead to an auto accident. (more…)

Along with your resolutions to exercise more, eat better, and become a better you, set a very reachable goal: Become a better, smarter, safer driver. You don’t have to do much to improve your performance as a driver on Michigan highways (or to help improve the driving skills of those you love). For those who need help determining how to become better Michigan drivers and prevent Michigan car accidents, start with these suggestions. (more…)

Thanksgiving Eve is the biggest drinking night of the year. Young adults are home from college, families have landed, and reunions at bars abound. Unfortunately, where alcohol is involved, so are car accidents. As a result, the day before Thanksgiving has earned the nickname of Blackout Wednesday. (more…)

In Flint, Michigan, on October 18, five teenagers threw rocks off an overpass on I-75. One rock hurtled through a windshield and killed a 32-year-old man. The teens, ages 15 to 17, have been charged with second-degree murder. Their lives, and the lives of the family of the man who was killed, will never be the same again. This tragedy could have been prevented, as well as many other horrible situations – especially teen driver car accidents – caused by unwise decisions made by teens. (more…)

Do you take your dog with you when you drive? Does your dog ride unrestrained in the backseat or even on your lap? A dog in a car is like a child riding in a car without being strapped into their car seat. The level of distraction is high, and many dog owners have their attention pulled away from the road, causing Michigan car accidents that may result in a lawsuit. (more…)