Planning a road trip? Every time you get behind the wheel, you share the road with other drivers who may not always make safe choices. Understanding common risks and practicing defensive driving habits can help protect you, your passengers, and others on the road from serious accidents. Unfortunately, many crashes occur because of another driver’s […]
Category Archives: Vehicle Accidents
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Jul
Jul
Learn the steps to take after a Massachusetts car accident, from reporting the crash and dealing with insurance to protecting your legal rights.
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Jul
Jul
Learn what strict liability means, when negligence is not required, and how dog bites, defective products, and dangerous activities can lead to compensation.
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Jul
Jul
Learn how Massachusetts PIP insurance works, what it covers, how to file a claim, and what happens when your benefits run out.
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Apr
Apr
According to the organization Mothers Against Drunk Driving (“MADD”), every two minutes someone is injured in a drunk driving crash and every 51 minutes, someone is killed by a drunk driving crash. Drunk driving remains the #1 cause of death on our roadways. On December 29, 2019, a 13-year-old girl, Claire Zisserson, died in a […]
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Apr
Apr
Research Shows Distracted Driving is Four Times Worse Than Estimated How many of us worry about safety knowing that there are teenagers behind the wheel of a car? This younger generation has grown up adept at using technological devices. In fact, teenagers are so used to using handheld computers and cell phones, it is sometimes […]
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Mar
Mar
As the springtime comes and temperatures rise, so does the number of cyclists and motorcyclists on the road. Spring riding season often brings a measurable increase in severe and catastrophic injuries involving cyclists and motorcyclists – many of which are preventable. Common catastrophic injuries include: Traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) Spinal cord injuries and paralysis Multiple […]
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Jan
Jan
After a snowstorm, finding your car covered in snow can be frustrating. Many drivers may quickly clear the windows and windshield but leave snow on the roof or other areas of the vehicle, especially when running late. However, leaving snow on your car while driving is dangerous. It can obstruct your vision, fall onto other […]
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Nov
Nov
Many people assume winter is the most dangerous season for driving, but in many states, fall actually poses the greatest risk – resulting in more car crashes than any other time of year. According to a CARFAX analysis, fall accounted for the highest percentage of crashes in 39 states, more than any other season. Why is that? Several seasonal factors combine to make […]
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Aug
Aug
Can the Bar that served the drunk driver involved in my accident be held responsible? Yes. In Massachusetts we have what is called Dram Shop Law, and under that law a bar can be held responsible if a person they served alcohol to goes out and injures someone. To break this down further, […]
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