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How to Stay Safe on the Road in Boston During COVID-19
Published in Car Accidents on June 12, 2020
Reading Time: 3 minutes The COVID-19/coronavirus pandemic has led to many changes in everyday life. One of the major differences citizens in Boston have noticed is a sharp decrease in traffic. Mandatory shutdowns and stay-at-home orders have taken thousands of drivers off the streets in Massachusetts. Yet, as the Massachusetts Department of Transportation reports, fatal accident rates have still…
read moreWhat Are the Psychological Effects of Being in An Accident?
Published in Car Accidents on June 12, 2020
Reading Time: 3 minutes Accidents can cause many life-changing injuries. Broken bones and other physical wounds are not the only injuries victims may have after accidents such as car crashes. Emotional and psychological injuries are prevalent in accident cases. In Massachusetts and all other states, victims can file civil claims pursuing compensation for the psychological effects of being in…
read moreWhat to Do If You Are in an Out-of-State Car Accident
Published in Car Accidents on May 11, 2020
Reading Time: 3 minutes All car accidents present challenges for those involved. Some collisions, however, come with more complications than others. A car accident outside of your home state can leave you with questions concerning insurance coverage, fault laws and the process it will take to recover compensation. It is important to take the right steps to protect your…
read moreIs Hitting a Parked Car Considered a Hit-and-Run in Massachusetts?
Published in Car Accidents on May 8, 2020
Reading Time: 3 minutes It is against the law in Massachusetts to hit a parked vehicle without stopping and leaving your information. It is the same crime as causing an accident and fleeing the scene – a hit-and-run – although with lighter penalties if you only cause minor property damage. If you get into a hit-and-run accident with a…
read moreWhat Legal Actions Can I Take If I’m an Injured Passenger in An Accident?
Published in Car Accidents on May 6, 2020
Reading Time: 3 minutes You do not have the same responsibilities as a driver when you are just a passenger in a car. You will have little to no control over the safety of the ride or whether the driver causes a crash. If the accident injures you, however, you will still have the right to file a personal…
read moreWhat Should I Do If I Was in an Accident Caused by Brake Checking?
Published in Car Accidents, Safety on May 4, 2020
Reading Time: 4 minutes Brake checking is a dangerous driving maneuver, often resulting from a reckless driver’s frustration or other poor behavior. Brake checking can easily result in unfortunate car accidents, putting victims in an unfair position. However, you can take legal action. Our Boston car accident lawyers have been dedicated to serving the community for over a decade….
read moreIs Lane Splitting Legal in Massachusetts?
Published in Car Accidents, Personal Injury on April 20, 2020
Reading Time: 3 minutes Lane splitting currently remains illegal in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts as of 2020. Lane splitting is a frequent topic of debate in many states. Since California became the first state to remove language barring motorcyclists from lane splitting in its traffic laws in 2016, many other states have attempted to follow suit. Proposed lane-splitting or…
read moreMassachusetts Hit & Run Laws
Published in Car Accidents, Personal Injury, Safety on February 20, 2020
Reading Time: 3 minutes A hit-and-run can make a car accident claim in Boston even more complicated. You may not know the identity of the at-fault party. This could mean no opportunity to hold someone else responsible for your injuries and damages. Luckily, Massachusetts’ no-fault law means you can file a claim with your own car insurance provider to…
read moreWhat Happens If I Get in An Accident in a Leased Car in Massachusetts?
Published in Car Accidents on January 10, 2020
Reading Time: 3 minutes A car accident in a leased vehicle can lead to an insurance claim that is more difficult to navigate than a crash in a car you own. You will need to notify the leasing company on top of your insurance company of the accident, for example, and be careful with the replacement parts your mechanic…
read moreMassachusetts Seat Belt Law
Published in Car Accidents, Civil Law, Personal Injury, Safety on September 23, 2019
Reading Time: 3 minutes A seat belt is a critical safety device that saves thousands of drivers’ and passengers’ lives each year. Seat belts keep passenger vehicle occupants securely in their seats and in the correct positions during car accidents. Without a seat belt, the forces of the collision could send the occupant flying into other people or objects…
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