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8 Reasons for Teen Car Accidents
Published in Car Accidents on January 6, 2021
Reading Time: 3 minutesAccording to the Centers for Disease Control, automobile accidents are the second leading cause of death for teenagers in the United States. During 2018, roughly 2,500 teenagers between the ages of 13 and 19 years died in traffic accidents. Over 285,000 teenagers received treatment in emergency rooms for car accident injuries. The good news is…
read moreIs it Legal to Drive Barefoot in Massachusetts?
Published in Car Accidents on January 4, 2021
Reading Time: 3 minutesThere is not a law prohibiting driving without shoes in Massachusetts. In fact, none of the 50 states ban barefoot driving. Therefore, you can kick your shoes off and drive your vehicle in your socks or bare feet. However, driving without shoes might not be a wise decision. There are some risks associated with driving…
read moreWho Pays for Damages in a 3-Car Crash in Massachusetts?
Published in Car Accidents on December 31, 2020
Reading Time: 5 minutesGetting into a car accident with one other driver is stressful enough. When you add multiple drivers and vehicles into the mix, it can become even more overwhelming. And, it’s easy to understand why – it becomes even more challenging to determine who was at fault and exactly which role each driver will play in…
read moreWhat Should I Do with a “Totaled” Car in Massachusetts?
Published in Car Accidents on December 27, 2020
Reading Time: 3 minutesCar accidents can cause significant damage to your vehicle. In some cases, an insurance company may declare your vehicle a total loss. When a vehicle is “totaled,” it means that the costs of the repairs exceed the current market value of your vehicle. In other words, it costs more to fix your vehicle than the…
read moreTailgating: How This Dangerous Habit Causes Accidents and How To Stop It
Published in Car Accidents on December 25, 2020
Reading Time: 3 minutesRear-end accidents are one of the most common types of car accidents. According to the NHTSA, rear-end collisions accounted for approximately one-third of car accidents in 2018. There were over 2.1 million rear-impact accidents that year, which resulted in 2,439 fatal crashes and 594,000 injury crashes. Tailgating is one of the most common causes of…
read moreRunning Red Lights: An Unnecessarily Risky Habit
Published in Car Accidents on December 24, 2020
Reading Time: 3 minutesAccording to the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA), 4,059 people died in accidents caused by running red lights between 2014 and 2018. It also states that a family member is more likely to be injured in a red-light running accident than any other type of car accident. Each year, approximately 165,000 people are injured by drivers…
read morePregnancy & Car Accidents: Dangers, Risks, and Legal Options
Published in Car Accidents on December 23, 2020
Reading Time: 3 minutesCar accident victims need to understand their legal rights after a car accident. Pregnant women may face unique situations after a car accident because there is the potential for injury to two victims. The unborn child can be injured in an accident along with the mother. Car accidents can cause catastrophic injuries for a mother…
read moreMassachusetts Car and Booster Seat Laws
Published in Car Accidents on December 22, 2020
Reading Time: 3 minutesThe seat belt and child safety seat laws vary by state. However, most states follow the guidelines for car and booster seats set forth by federal agencies and various health care organizations. The leading cause of fatalities for children are car accidents, according to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC). Thousands of children are injured…
read moreConsequences of Using Your Cell Phone While Driving in Massachusetts
Published in Car Accidents on December 21, 2020
Reading Time: 4 minutesIn February 2020, Massachusetts took a bold stand against cell phone use while driving. Massachusetts now prohibits any use of a cell phone while driving unless the hands-free mode is activated. This statute imposes criminal penalties on violators. Violation of this statute can also constitute evidence of negligence in a car accident involving cell phone…
read moreWhat If I’m At-Fault in an Accident With a Suspended License in Massachusetts?
Published in Car Accidents on July 1, 2020
Reading Time: 3 minutesDriving with a suspended license puts you at risk of traffic infractions, fines and even license revocation just for getting behind the wheel. If you cause a car accident while driving with a suspended license, you could face elevated charges. You may also be liable for the expenses related to the car accident, including a…
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