Neil Anderson, Esq., et al. I am a father of a very active, energetic, enthusiastic and athletic six-year-old boy. No wonder that I am frequently looking for attractive things for him to do that do not involve a screen. Things that are fun and burn energy. Recently, we discovered together a local trampoline park. At the time it seemed like …
Driving with Giants; Share the road, Take Precautions with Trucks
BY: Neil Anderson, Esq. Driving with Giants…Share the Road, take precautions: Trucks and Passenger Vehicles “Horrifying Moment, tractor trailer sparks deadly 28 vehicle crash” “True Carnage” Semi Truck Driver Charged” “Two Killed in Multiple Tractor Trailer Wreck” “’It looked Horrible’ : 3 Injured in Fiery Tractor-Trailer Crash” For better or worse, …
New Ban on Drivers Holding Phones: Massachusetts Law Distracted Driving
BY: Tramontozzi Law Office Beginning February 23, 2020, a new cellphone law will be put into effect requiring the hands-free use of mobile telephones while driving. The new law prohibits the use of electronic devices, including cellphones and tablets, by the operators of motor vehicles unless the technology is being used hands-free. “Hands-Free mode” means that a user cannot do …
Don’t Be a Turkey, Drive Safe!
We at Tramontozzi Law wish everyone a Happy Thanksgiving Holiday. As you travel, Don’t be a turkey; Drive safe! Thanksgiving is the most traveled holiday of the year. This year will be busier than most. It is also one of the deadliest. Thanksgiving Eve is one of the busiest nights of the year for many bars and restaurants. In fact, according …
INJURY SETTLEMENT CAN TAKE WEEKS OR YEARS
INJURY SETTLEMENT IS NO SHORT PROCESS. No two personal injury cases are alike. While there may be similarities, fact patterns, issues of liability, injuries, the parties (and who may represent the parties) differ, even if slightly. For instance, let’s say there are two plaintiffs. They had nearly identical auto accidents. Both got rear-ended while stopped at the same stoplight, and …
Criminal Arrest: When you or loved one is Arrested
When you or someone you love is arrested the impact is felt by far more than the person charged of a crime. There is a great deal of confusion about what to do and what is in their best interests. The court system may be viewed as an unfamiliar adversary. As a former District Attorney John Tramontozzi has a in depth …
Speeding and Moving Violations in Massachusetts
As congestion and traffic conditions worsen drivers become more harassed and likely to err. Most often these errors act as a wake up call and drivers self-correct. However at other times the law enforcement on our roads and streets offer incentive to slow down and be more attentive. Hidden Costs Your signature on the back of speeding ticket can sum …
Five Legal Documents to Consider When Setting Up an Estate Plan
Written by Neil O. Anderson, Esq. of Tramontozzi Law Offices There are Five Primary Documents to Create when developing an Estate Plan: Power of attorney In the event you become disabled and can not make decisions for yourself, establishing a power of attorney allows another person the ability to make financial decisions for you. Health Care Proxy Similarly, if the …
Why everyone should know what statute of limitations means
By Neil Anderson Esq. at Tramontozzi Law Offices You may be familiar with the phrase statute of limitations. Then again, you may not. Prior to law school, I myself, was blissfully unaware. It is a phrase however, that all of us need to know. Basically, the statute of limitations is a limit on the time you must bring an action …
The Good Samaritan Law in Massachusetts, Bystander Protection and Responsibility
Recently,we were faced with a sudden unexpected medical crisis at Tramontozzi Law Offices; a situation in which The Good Samaritan Law would be applicable. Through the combined efforts of civilian use of CPR on site with EMT Voice support and a swift response by medical professionals at Melrose Fire & Rescue, Melrose Wakefield Hospital and Massachusetts General Hospital, our client …