A collision on a crowded roadway can disrupt your routine and create unexpected challenges. Following a crash, medical appointments, vehicle repairs and insurance discussions compete for your attention. Amid these demands, a specific state reporting requirement may...
As readers of this blog know, our state follows a straightforward rule that often decides settlement leverage: you can recover for a negligent crash so long as you were not more than 50% at fault. If a jury (or the parties in negotiation) assigns you 20% of the blame,...
A crash with an uninsured or hit-and-run driver does not leave you without options in Massachusetts. State law requires every auto policy issued here to include uninsured motorist coverage, which means that, if you have auto insurance, you have UM coverage. UM is...
Medical records play an important role in any motor vehicle accident (MVA) injury claim. These documents provide clear, objective evidence of the injuries sustained in the accident, helping to build a solid case for fair compensation. Here's how medical records can...
Knowing a loved one is being neglected by those responsible for caring for them can be a nightmare and you may decide to file a lawsuit. When you are preparing your case, be on the lookout for these common defenses used by nursing homes in Massachusetts. Nursing home...
Since 2019, the statistics about drunk driving fatalities in this country have not been encouraging. According to the Governors Highway Safety Association, the number of deaths related to drunk driving in 2019 was 10,196. This number has spiked over recent years,...
As you proceed with your car accident personal injury case, there’s a good chance that the defense will subpoena you for a deposition. If you show up for yours unprepared, then the defense will likely run all over you, securing answers that better position them to...
Many boating accidents don’t involve two boats crashing into each other. In many cases, a wave created by another vessel causes the harm. Boat wakes may look harmless, but they can lead to serious injuries and legal disputes. If a boat’s wake injures you, whether...
Working from home, also called working remotely, has significantly increased in the past several years. If you are a remote worker in Massachusetts, you might wonder if you still qualify for workers’ compensation after a work-related accident, or even question if you...
Anyone who takes to the roads in Worcester and throughout Massachusetts understands there is a risk of an auto accident. There are many reasons for this including distraction, speeding, drowsiness and recklessness. However, one of the main reasons many crashes happen...