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Massachusetts Hit & Run Laws
Published in Car Accidents, Personal Injury, Safety on February 20, 2020
Reading Time: 3 minutesA 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 minutesA 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 minutesA 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…
read moreMassachusetts 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…
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