Have you been in a Massachusetts car accident? If so, you may be entitled to Personal Injury Protection (PIP) benefits through your insurance company. You can make a claim for this benefit regardless of whether you or your car was the cause of the accident. Personal Injury Protection not only covers necessary medical expenses; it can also help you with …
Catastrophic Accidents: Fire, Electrocution and Explosions
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 …
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 …
What To Do if You’re in a MBTA Bus Accident
The state of Massachusetts offers some wonderful transportation options including buses, trains and ferries. Using public transportation is fairly safe, however, just like driving in your own car, accidents do happen. The likelihood of being in an accident is higher on buses, simply because of the fact that they must navigate through the same dangers as any other vehicle on the road. If you ride buses …
Legal Assistance With Traumatic Brain and Head Injuries
If you or a loved one has suffered a traumatic brain injury, it is critical to see a doctor immediately for proper medical treatment. In certain cases, you may require legal assistance with traumatic brain injuries in MA. The following is information that may be helpful. What is a Traumatic Brain Injury? A traumatic brain injury, or TBI, usually occurs …
Boating Accidents in Massachusetts
Boating accidents happen far more often than you may think. With the summer season in full bloom and holiday boat use in full swing it is important to exercise extreme caution. If you get injured or suffer property damage by a motorboat or sailboat, there are some things you should know about within your legal rights. While significant injuries are …
Cell Phone Use: Distracted Driving in Melrose MA
In 2010, Massachusetts banned texting while driving, yet many drivers continue to text while they drive and continue to cause serious accidents and injuries to others. WBUR reported that during the six years since the texting law went into effect, police have issued around 10,000 tickets with fines for texting violations. If you or a loved one is involved in an …
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