It may not always feel this way, but the Massachusetts workers' compensation system is meant to streamline the process of getting medical care and other benefits to workers who have been injured on the job. Unlike a personal injury lawsuit, in a workers' compensation...
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What is a premises liability claim?
Our readers in Massachusetts have probably heard of slip-and-fall lawsuits. But, some may not know that such lawsuits fall under the larger umbrella of premises liability claims. Premises liability basics The concept of premises liability is rooted in the idea that...
Were you injured by a drunk driver?
The holiday season is over, which means the number of drunk drivers on the roads has likely decreased. However, if you were injured by a drunk driver recently, you are probably struggling with many different problems while you try to get your life back to normal....
Reduce your risk of a car accident this winter
.Massachusetts winters can be harsh. Although this means you are likely familiar with driving in snowy and icy conditions, if you are like many people, you do not enjoy it. Driving in the winter can be stressful. The snow and ice on the roads mean that everyone is at...
Diffuse axonal injuries and car accidents
Motor vehicle accidents are a leading cause of traumatic brain injuries in Massachusetts, and one of the most severe types of brain injury that can occur in such accidents is Diffuse Axonal Injury (DAI). What is diffuse axonal injury? DAI is a type of traumatic brain...
Filing for lost wages after a crash
A car accident in Massachusetts may result in severe injuries forcing you to take off weeks, or even months, from your job. Employers may attempt to fire or let you go after using up all your vacation and sick days reducing your income and increasing your stress...
Protect your rights and well-being after a car accident
A car accident can be a disorienting event. Knowing what to do in the aftermath is crucial for ensuring your safety and protecting your legal rights. Massachusetts motorists should have a clear blueprint in the unfortunate event of a collision so they can maximize...
Factors in workplace accidents
The accident severity rate indicates how often traumatic occupational injuries occur in Massachusetts and worldwide. You can figure this number by taking the number of lost working days and multiplying it by 20,000. Then, divide that number by the total number of...
Stats show truck accidents are on the rise
Drivers in Massachusetts should be aware that truck accidents are very much on the increase. A release of the latest statistics shows that highways in the state are more dangerous than ever. These new studies reveal that accidents and fatalities involving drunk,...
Most common work-related injuries in Massachusetts
Over the years, governments and organizations like OSHA have put in place measures to reduce injuries sustained in the workplace. The number of incidents has been reducing yearly, from about 38 a day (in 1970) to 15 (as per the most recent data). However, to ensure...