Consumers regularly buy items in stores or online without thinking that the product could hurt them. Unfortunately, defective products can cause injuries, both minor and severe. Common injuries There are several ways a consumer can be injured by a defective product....
Personal Injury
Spinal cord injuries can be severe
Even if they do not know a victim, Massachusetts residents probably know that spinal cord injuries are among the most serious injuries. How bad a victim's condition will be after a spinal cord injury will depend on a number of factors. The most important are where on...
Are wrongful death lawsuits allowed in Massachusetts?
If you have lost a loved one due to someone else’s negligence or wrongful act, you may wonder if you can file a lawsuit to seek justice and compensation for your loss. The answer is yes, but only under certain conditions and with certain limitations. Wrongful death...
Many workers are at risk of muscle and soft tissue injuries
Numerous industries in Massachusetts put workers at risk of muscle and soft tissue injuries. These injuries do not result from a single accidental event but rather from prolonged repetition of the same bodily movements and overwork. These types of injuries affect...
How the discovery rule applies in wrongful death claims
The discovery portion of a wrongful death lawsuit is potentially the most important phase because it establishes whether or not the claim is valid. Wrongful death is unlike a personal injury claim in Massachusetts, and it is a completely separate legal action that is...
Filing a personal injury claim when you’re partly at fault
At some point, many residents of Massachusetts will be involved in a car accident. When you suffer an injury, you may have a right to file a personal injury claim to recover damages even if you were partially at fault. Comparative fault laws for accident cases...
What should you do after a car crash?
After a motor vehicle accident in Massachusetts, it's easy to make mistakes that could jeopardize your personal injury claim. If you are involved in a motor vehicle accident, it is important to know what steps to take to protect yourself. Seek medical attention Even...
Common health consequences of oil spills
Oil spills are a huge environmental concern in Massachusetts because of its expansive coastline. Not only do oil spills cause extensive damage to the environment, but they can also have serious health effects on people and animals. Here are some of the most common...
Liability for boating accidents
Boating is a popular sport and way of life in Massachusetts when the weather permits. Many people take boats out just for fun or to catch fish and lobsters commercially. When an accident occurs, the situation can be incredibly dangerous and stressful for everyone who...
Who can file a wrongful death lawsuit?
In Massachusetts, there are many different types of personal injury claims that can be filed. One of those is a wrongful death lawsuit. Individuals who have tragically lost a loved one due to negligence or a deliberate act of violence have the right to file. However,...