The designated driver is the person in a group who agrees to get their intoxicated friends home safely at the end of the night. Unfortunately, the definition of “sober” is often assigned to the person in a group who is the “least drunk” of all […]
Sad irony or incredible intelligence? The newest technology for smartphones is called Breathometer: An app paired with a small breathalyzer device that allows people who have been drinking to conduct a breathalyzer test before they get behind the wheel. The Breathometer app, which is scheduled to
The American Automobile Association consistently finds that New Year’s Day is the deadliest day of the year for alcohol-related fatalities. Half of the fatal crashes involve an intoxicated driver, according to the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety. New Years Eve Safe Driving Tips It may seem
Trampoline gymnastics made its debut at the 2000 Olympic Games in Sydney, Australia. With the London Olympics just around the corner this summer, there will undoubtedly be a renewed interest in the sport – and, as a result, a slew of injuries. Trampoline Accident Statistics
Dog bites or attacks by what the state of Michigan considers a “dangerous animal” can lead to permanent injury, disfigurement, psychological trauma, and, in extreme cases, death. If you have been a victim of an unprovoked dog bite or dog attack you are eligible for
The New Year finds many people emphatically following their resolution: purchasing gym memberships, working out regularly, and getting serious about their health. But what if your well-being is endangered because of the negligence of others? Often, when joining a gym, you sign a contract agreeing
The winter Michigan weather is upon us and with it comes slippery and poorly maintained sidewalks and parking lots. If you’ve had a slip and fall at the negligence of another, you may have a case – but it can be extremely difficult to prove
Your decision to ride a motorcycle is your choice and right, and the mandatory helmet law for motorcyclists in Michigan is one step closer to being repealed. What does this mean for you as a motorcyclist? Soon, it’s possible that whether or not you need
David Femminineo took on the case of motorcyclist Jamie Sheldon, anticipating a cut-and-dried recovery of first- and third-party benefits for the plaintiff. The motorcycle coverage stipulations in no-fault law would work in Sheldon’s favor but, alas, this case become more complicated as one dark layer
Plaintiff Dan Bailey was involved in a deer-versus-automobile accident from which he suffered severe fractures, ultimately resulting in the amputation of one leg. Communications between the plaintiff, who is deaf, and his insurance company became strained. Finally, 11 years after the accident, Bailey sought the
While stationary at a stop light in Macomb County, the plaintiff was rear-ended by a gravel hauler, resulting in three surgical procedures, post-laminectomy syndrome, failed back syndrome, and a permanent disability rating. At the time of the accident, the plaintiff was a 42-year-old mother of
David Femminineo’s client suffered painful neck and shoulder injuries as the result of a collision with a commercial vehicle on Macomb’s 23 Mile Road. Not only did the accident cause permanent physical injuries, it ultimately created financial stress for the plaintiff. He was able to
