With spring officially here in Massachusetts, we have more opportunities to walk to our destinations instead of driving. While it’s nice to be able to travel on foot in Melrose and Boston Metro Area, it’s more important now than ever to be mindful of pedestrian accidents. We covered what you should if you hit a pedestrian in our previous blog …
Hiring a Personal Injury Attorney for Pedestrian Accidents
Every year, thousands of people will be involved in a pedestrian accident in Boston and the surrounding areas. Whether it’s a cyclist or someone on foot, these accidents can include an MBTA bus, train or a passenger car. Though Melrose, MA is a small town, it’s important to be prepared. If you or someone you know is involved in a …
What To Do if I am Hit by a Car
Experienced in resolving pedestrian accidents in Melrose, Massachusetts If you or a loved one are injured in an accident caused by a negligent driver John Tramontozzi at Tramontozzi Law in Melrose MA is here for you. Although many pedestrians look carefully for oncoming traffic, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), on average, a pedestrian is killed every …
What To Do if You Hit a Pedestrian in Massachusetts
Traveling in a several ton vehicle in congested areas or even in easier driving conditions is full of unexpected events. If you or a loved one are in involved in an accident involving a pedestrian and a vehicle you are experiencing a traumatic life changing event. Here are some recommendations for those involved in these situations both as a pedestrian …
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 …
Hiring a Personal Injury Attorney Understanding the Process
When you have suffered from injury you are often emotionally and physically compromised by the incident. Concern for your health work and relationships compound the situation. In a situation like this it is critical that you find an advocate that you can trust to advocate for you The question should not be “should I hire a personal injury attorney?” but rather, …
Bicycle Accidents, Car and bicycle Accidents in Massachusetts
Bicycle accidents are not as common as vehicle accidents; however when they do occur the injuries incurred are usually quite serious. With the increase in bicycle use and allocated bike paths in Melrose MA and beyond, there has been a significant increase in related injuries. If you are a loved one is involved in an accident of this nature it …
Pedestrian Accidents and What to Do | MA Driving Accidents
According to the US Department of Transportation, there were 76,000 pedestrians injured in accidents in the United States during 2012. 4,743 pedestrians were killed during that same year. In Massachusetts alone, there were 72 pedestrian accidents in 2012. Pedestrian accidents are very scary and certainly something that all Massachusetts drivers would want to avoid. Here is some helpful information on MA driving accidents, …