Regardless what time of day it is, Massachusetts motorists and their passengers are always at risk for collision. Car accidents involving children who suffer serious or fatal injuries are always emotionally traumatic. On a recent Sunday, 911 operators received several...
Rise in motor vehicle accidents sparks audit of safety standards
Injuries and fatalities are unfortunately common in Massachusetts and throughout the nation. Often, these collisions are due to driver error or recklessness. Another common concern is the automobile itself and its safety features. There is a set of standards that are...
The trauma of a dog bite can linger long after wounds have healed
Serious dog bites can result in severe injuries. Although physical wounds will heal in time, psychological trauma can last a lifetime. It’s important to acknowledge this type of trauma and to ensure that any pursuit of financial compensation for the attack includes...
When boaters do not take their task as seriously as driving a car
Under normal circumstances, boating season would be just weeks away here in Massachusetts. It is a good time to reflect on boating safety, and reckless behavior that causes the most boat accidents. Drinking and boating is certainly a major problem on Massachuetts'...
Car accidents: Chain-reaction crash kills 1, injures 8
There may be many scenarios in life in which a single act could prompt a series events with unimaginable results. On the open road, a negligent decision on the part of a driver could prompt chain reaction car accidents that run the risk of endangering the well-being...
Distraction-related car accidents remain a major concern
In the time it takes to locate a contact and make an outbound call, or read a text message, a motor vehicle can travel several hundred feet in virtually any direction. As car accidents involving distracted drivers run a greater risk of having cataclysmic results,...
Rubbernecking puts lives at risk: Pay attention
If you've never heard the term "rubbernecking," then you might think it's unusual. However, it's a simple term that refers to people who turn their heads to look at car crashes or other accidents outside their vehicles. By looking away from what's happening in front...
Yes, eating and driving is a dangerous distraction
There are many dangerous things that people do behind the wheel, such as looking away from the road to set up a GPS, manipulating the radio or Sirius satellite system, texting someone or merely being absorbed in conversation. Something that is equally dangerous that...
How to drive more safely with kids
If you are a parent, your biggest priority will naturally be protecting the safety of your children at all times. If you spend a lot of your time in the car with your children, it's important that you do everything you can in order to maximize their safety.Children...
Fatigued trucking must be better addressed
The average adult requires seven to nine hours of sleep per night. On average, truckers in this country average fewer than five hours of sleep per night. This is causing a serious hazard for people who share the roadways with them.One out of four truckers report that...
