Catastrophic accidents can occur in almost any circumstance, but the consequence can be life changing. While you or a loved one may recover, many people who experience a catastrophic injury suffer from long-term or permanent disabilities and require physical therapy for the rest of their lives. Examples of common catastrophic accidents include: apartment fires caused by an electric heater explosion …
Workers’ Compensation Accidents
There are many kinds of accidents that qualify for a workers’ compensation claim. Examples include slip and fall accidents, construction site accidents, and accidents related to heavy machinery malfunctions. It’s important to have an experienced advocate on your side to protect your rights and ensure that the best possible outcome is achieved. The two main requirements to qualify for a …
Fighting Traffic Violations in Massachusetts
Hundreds of traffic tickets are issued to Massachusetts drivers every day. However, only a small percentage of these are disputed. If you have recently received a ticket, here’s why you should consider disputing the violation. Increased Insurance Cost Most traffic violations will result in an increase of your insurance premium that can last for several years. Drivers with violations will …
Refusal to Take Blood Alcohol Tests in Massachusetts
With the New Year approaching, it’s important to understand what may happen if you drive while intoxicated. More than 40 percent of accidents on New Years in 2016 were due to drunk driving, making it one of the deadliest days to drive. In Massachusetts, if you are arrested for drunk driving, it means the officer had reasonable cause to believe …
Winter Snow and Ice: Personal Injury Law in Massachusetts
For those of us who live in New England, we understand that the cold winter weather brings the danger of personal injury from slipping on ice or snow. Even if we are taking precautions, such as wearing proper shoes, slips and falls can still occur and may lead to significant injury. If you or someone you know is injured from …
Dog Attack Law in Massachusetts
While most dogs in Melrose and the rest of Massachusetts are wonderful and loving pets, a bite may result in an injury that can be very serious and ensue extensive medical costs, hospitalization and even permanent scarring. Below is more information on the dog attack law in Massachusetts. Massachusetts Dog Bite Law In the state of Massachusetts, claims involving dog …
Negligence In Personal Injury Claims
Personal injury claims occur when someone causes harm to another and can generally apply to various scenarios. Negligence is a term used in describing these types of claims. The information below addresses situations in which negligence is involved in a personal injury claim. Technical Definition of Negligence Negligence is defined as the failure to use reasonable care, resulting in damage or injury …
Surgical Error Cases in Massachusetts
Regardless of whether your surgery is a minor outpatient procedure, or something major that requires hospitalization, there is always a risk for potential mistakes by any number of medical professionals involved. If you or a loved one believe that you may be a victim of surgical error, the following information may be of help. What Constitutes Surgical Error Legal cases …
28 Years Ago
I was recently asked to pull from Court archives, remarks made from the bench 28 years ago, in my final days as an Assistant District Attorney for Suffolk County. The words were directed to a young DA starting a new chapter in his professional life. I continue to feel humbled by these words spoken by the Honorable Judge Robert Stanziani, who passed away in 2012. As a true mentor …
Child Abuse in Massachusetts, Know When to Report
Child Abuse is heartbreaking. Since children are not able to speak for themselves, it is up to the adults in their lives to recognize signs of child abuse and be the voice of those in potential danger. If you suspect that a child may be abused or neglected, here is some helpful information on reporting child abuse in Massachusetts. Mandated Reporters There …