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Massachusetts Texting Law
Published in Car Accidents, Civil Law, Personal Injury, Safety on September 9, 2019
Reading Time: 3 minutesDistracted driving is a deadly driver mistake. Driving while distracted makes it impossible for a driver to safely control his or her vehicle. It slows reflexes and reaction times, increasing the risk of causing a collision. Distracted driving leads to thousands of car accidents in the U.S. each year. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration…
read moreCar Seat Laws in Boston
Published in Car Accidents, Child Injury, Safety on May 8, 2019
Reading Time: 3 minutesBoston parents must ensure they keep their children properly restrained in acceptable car seats while traveling to protect them from car accidents. Every state upholds specific standards for appropriate car seat use, age, and size restrictions for different types of car seats, and most states even offer free car seat installation services and public safety…
read moreCan I Claim Personal Injury in Boston If I Was at Fault?
Published in Car Accidents, Local News, Personal Injury on May 7, 2019
Reading Time: 3 minutesEvery state has different laws when it comes to determining fault for a car accident, and some plaintiffs are able to secure compensation for their car accident damages even though they bear partial responsibility for causing those accidents. If you cause a car accident, you generally do not have grounds for a personal injury claim….
read moreWhat Is a Contingency Fee?
Published in Car Accidents, Personal Injury on April 1, 2019
Reading Time: 3 minutesIf you experienced injury through no fault of your own and feel the other party could owe you compensation, you have likely done some research on obtaining a personal injury attorney in Boston. Sometimes, however, it can seem as if attorney websites have a language all their own. One of the most commonly misunderstood terms…
read moreFrequently asked questions about car accidents in Massachusetts
Published in Car Accidents on March 22, 2019
Reading Time: 3 minutesMany drivers who experience car accidents have questions, particularly when it comes to their legal options after a crash and what type of recovery they can expect from a lawsuit. Below are some of the most frequently asked questions concerning car accidents in Massachusetts. How Much Is My Car Accident Claim Worth? Car accident lawsuits…
read moreCar Accident 2019 Statistics in the United States
Published in Car Accidents, Personal Injury on March 8, 2019
Reading Time: 7 minutesMotor vehicle accidents continue to be one of the leading causes of accidental deaths and injuries in the United States. They are responsible for billions in property damage and other economic losses each year. If you or a relative suffered injuries or economic damages due to the negligence of another driver, an attorney can represent…
read moreThe Pros and Cons of Using a Dashcam
Published in Car Accidents, Safety on February 28, 2018
Reading Time: 5 minutesAfter a car accident in Massachusetts, there is always confusion. Often it isn’t clear exactly what happened. Because of the increasing highway congestion, many people consider using a dashcam so that, no matter what happens, they have a record of the event. Legally, they may be helpful after an accident. Here’s what you need to…
read moreProposed Bill Changes Cell Phone and Driving Laws in Massachusetts
Published in Car Accidents on March 24, 2016
Reading Time: 3 minutesAs further research is done on the effect of cell phone use and driving, more and more legislation is passed to make our roads safer. For example, a new bill in Massachusetts will prohibit drivers from holding cell phones while driving. The proposed legislation would restrict carrying or physically manipulating any device, including a smartphone,…
read moreThe MBTA Late Night Service Cancelation Will Affect Drunk Driving
Published in Car Accidents, Pedestrian Safety on March 17, 2016
Reading Time: 3 minutesSince 1983, the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA) has provided free rides every New Year’s Eve in Boston. This originated due to the high incidence of drunk driving accidents in the city during this holiday. In addition to increased punishment for drunk driving, this act lowered tragic accident rates this time of year and helped…
read moreMost Dangerous Intersections in Massachusetts
Published in Car Accidents on December 27, 2015
Reading Time: 2 minutesAbove are the 200 most dangerous intersections in the state of Massachusetts according to the Massachusetts Department of Transportation. The data is from accidents that occurred in 2013. You can zoom in on the map and hover over the dots to see additional information. The larger the circle size, the most injury accidents that occurred…
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