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When auto accidents occur, it can take some time for investigators to come to a conclusion as to what led to the incident.  Such appears to be the case with an auto accident that occurred in May of last year in which a driver’s passenger was killed in a one-car crash.  Almost one year later, charges have been filed against that driver.  This charge is serious in nature, as vehicular manslaughter carries significant penalties if the defendant is convicted.

According to the Sun-Sentinel:

“A teenager who lost control of his car and smashed into a tree has been charged with vehicular homicide in the death of his friend, police said Wednesday.

Michael Fernandez, now 18, and Ryan Smith were on their way to pick up their caps and gowns at Flanagan High School on May 29, 2009, when Fernandez lost control of his 2006 Scion and struck a tree in the median on the 100 block of Northwest 136th Avenue.

Smith, a respected member of the Flanagan Falcons high school baseball team, died from his injuries.

Police at the time said speed appeared to be a factor in the accident. According to court records, Fernandez was driving with a suspended license at the time, though he may not have been aware of the suspension.”

While officials have said little publicly about why charges were filed, criminal cases are generally not initiated unless there is strong evidence that urges prosecutors to move forward.  The family of the deceased may also have legal rights and options.

If you or someone you love has been harmed in an auto accident, you need the help of Florida personal injury attorneys who understand what it takes to gather the evidence necessary to successfully fight for the rights of those wronged.  Contact Bernstein & Maryanoff today to schedule a free initial consultation.

When anyone is killed in an auto accident, it’s a tragedy for the family who lost someone they loved.  For whatever reason, the situation seems particularly sad when the person killed in an accident is a small child, as was unfortunately the case with a four-vehicle collision that occurred over the weekend.  The crash in question occurred on Friday night at 11 p.m. in Pembroke Pines. (more…)

When auto accidents occur, they can unfold so quickly that people do not have time to realize what’s happening around them.  This is especially true on highways, where speeds are increased and traffic can lead to additional damage beyond the first impact or mistake.  Tragically, that appears to be what occurred this morning on I-95 in Hollywood where a crash led to the death of one person and two other injuries. (more…)

When auto accidents occur, they often prompt investigations so that authorities can obtain an accurate idea of what occurred.  That appears to have been the case with a horrible crash that took place in November, where one person was killed and four others were injured.  An arrest warrant was issued for a man recently, and now comes word that he has been arrested in San Diego. (more…)

We posted yesterday about a terrible auto accident in Hollywood in which a 2-year-old child was seriously injured.  At the time of the initial report, police were looking for the driver of a Cadillac Escalade that allegedly fled the scene after impact.  Now comes word that the driver saw the report of the accident on the news and decided to voluntarily meet with officers to discuss the situation. (more…)

Multiple-vehicle accidents always seem to create disastrous results.  Such appears to be the case in regards to a crash that occurred in Hollywood yesterday where three cars were involved in a violent episode that left a 2-year-old girl critically injured.  What’s worse is that one of the vehicles allegedly involved in the crash fled the scene, and police are on the lookout for that vehicle and its driver. (more…)

Walking a child to school is an age-old tradition that every family understands.  One of the most fundamental reasons an adult will accompany a child on this trip is to help ensure the child’s safety.  Unfortunately, the presence of an adult does not always prevent disaster.  Unfortunately, a local grandmother and her four-year-old grandson were hit by a moving vehicle this morning on their way to the child’s school. (more…)

It seems rare that automobiles crash into buildings, but it happens with more frequency than most would think.  When it does occur, it can lead to serious injuries both for the occupants of the vehicle and anyone who happens to be inside the building in question.  Such appears to be the case with a situation that occurred yesterday when a vehicle crashed into a Hollywood grocery store.  Two people were seriously injured. (more…)

We posted last summer regarding an incident that was recorded on a dashboard camera inside a police cruiser in which officers discussed how to help an officer cover up the fact that he had rear-ended another driver.  The Hollywood Police Department began an investigation, and after six months of digging, the department has made its decision.  Five officers who were involved in the plan have all been dismissed from their jobs. (more…)

Parking lots in crowded shopping/commercial areas are often teeming with activity that includes multiple moving vehicles and countless pedestrians.  Generally, those behind the wheel are expected to move slowly in order to properly avoid any potential dangers that could arise.  Unfortunately, that’s not always what occurs, and tragically, one woman paid the ultimate price for some sort of mistake that led to a vehicle jumping a curb and hitting her, leading to her death. (more…)