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...
Who can file a wrongful death case in Massachusetts?
If a loved one died because of someone else's misconduct, you might have a wrongful death case. However, Massachusetts only allows the executor or personal representative of the decedent's estate to file a wrongful death lawsuit. Statute of limitations If medical...
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,...
City worker hit by bus and killed in on-the-job auto accident
People in Worcester and throughout Massachusetts can face risk whether they are at work or enjoying leisure activities. Auto accidents can happen without warning no matter where they are. Work accidents are especially worrisome because people are prone to believing...
Motorcycle accident over Labor Day
When locals think of motorcycle accidents, they likely imagine a negligent driver colliding with an innocent motorcyclist. And, often, this is the exact scenario many motorcyclist face daily across the state. However, sometimes, in motorcycle accidents, the...
Personal injury: Over $10 billion Roundup settlement reached
Consumers in Massachusetts who have been following the product liability claims against Bayer may be interested to learn about the settlement that was reached, exceeding $10 billion. The settlement concerned thousands of legal claims for cancer caused by a chemical...
