Teens in Massachusetts get their driver’s licenses nearly every day. With so many new drivers on the road, it’s natural for more car accidents to occur. Teen drivers are more at risk of collisions in the first three months of getting their licenses. Understanding teen...
Vehicle Accidents
What are the most common winter driving hazards?
Winters in Massachusetts are beautiful and festive. However, driving during the winter presents certain challenges that could lead to a car accident. These are the most common winter driving hazards. Poor visibility When it snows, you have limited visibility, which...
The pandemic slowed traffic levels, but not fatal crashes
In spite of driving rates being much lower in 2020 due to pandemic-related travel disruptions, the rate of fatal crashes rose 7%, hitting a 13-year high of 38,680 deaths. According to preliminary data provided by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration...
How to notice motorcycles on the road
Because most vehicles on the road are cars, drivers overlook motorcycles more often. This lack of attention can lead to deadly accidents for motorcyclists. Without sturdy metal surrounding them like a car has, motorcyclists are more vulnerable to the impact when a...
Is distracted driving an epidemic?
Many underlying factors lead to vehicle collisions in Massachusetts. Often, negligence plays a role, and distracted driving ranks as a top cause of that carelessness. Across the United States, distracted driving appears to be reaching epidemic proportions. Anyone...
Can you receive workers’ compensation benefits after a car accident?
After a car accident, people may wonder how they will support themselves and address the cost of treatment as they recover. People injured during work-related travel might be surprised to know that some car accidents may be eligible for workers’ compensation. Are you...
Tips for safe motorcycle riding in the winter
With winter fast approaching, many riders will continue to commute on their motorcycles either out of necessity or based on the confidence they have in their experience level. Unfortunately, no one is impervious to the hazards created by poor weather. Whether a...
Sagamore bicyclist hospitalized after car accident
We all know how common it is on our streets for pedestrians and bicyclists to be impacted by vehicles. Pedestrian and bicycle accidents likely occurs more often around here because many cities in our area are designed to be walkable and most Massachusetts...
Dangerous truck accidents have many different causes
Large commercial trucks play an important role in national commerce. There are not many ways to move large amounts of goods from distant points into communities all throughout the nation. Worcester residents may see semis, tankers and cargo trucks each day making...
The costs of brain injuries can be overwhelming
Because victims of brain injuries can suffer physical, financial and emotional trauma and harm, they should be familiar with the legal resources to help them with the trauma and costs of a brain injury. Brain injuries are not uncommon in vehicle accidents and can take...