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What You Need to Know About Drinking and Driving on a Motorcycle in Boston
Published in Motorcycle Accidents on September 9, 2020
Reading Time: 3 minutesMotorcycling is a popular pastime in New England, especially during springtime and mild summers. In the City of Boston, you will see many motorcyclists riding to work, the grocery store and going on joyrides. Unfortunately, not all of Boston’s motorcyclists are prudent or responsible. Some make the grave error of drinking and driving. In 2017,…
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How Much Is My Personal Injury Claim Worth in Boston?
Published in Personal Injury on August 27, 2020
Reading Time: 3 minutesIt is understandable to wonder about the worth of your Boston personal injury claim. After all, the settlement or judgment award you may receive could determine your family’s future financial stability. After an accident in Boston that causes significant injuries and expensive losses, the only way to move forward may be to achieve a financial…
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Can I Sue After Signing a Waiver in Boston?
Published in Personal Injury on August 25, 2020
Reading Time: 3 minutesMany risky activities require participants to sign waivers of liability. Release of liability waivers protect the overarching organization from legal responsibility if a participant suffers an injury. If a foul ball hits a sports fan in the head during a baseball game, for example, the fan may not be able to sue the sports stadium…
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What Types of Lawsuits Might Come From COVID-19 Exposure?
Published in Personal Injury, Safety on July 7, 2020
Reading Time: 3 minutesOn top of the many physical and emotional concerns regarding the COVID-19/coronavirus pandemic are also legal issues. People from all over the world are filing COVID-19 lawsuits concerning travel and entertainment refunds, failed business contracts, employment issues, business interruptions, medical negligence, pandemic avoidance, and more. If you believe you have a lawsuit or class action…
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Pedestrian Accidents in Marked vs. Unmarked Crosswalks
Published in Pedestrian Safety on July 7, 2020
Reading Time: 3 minutesThe streets of Boston are not safe for pedestrians. Throughout the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, 78 pedestrians died in vehicle-pedestrian collisions in 2018 alone. Pedestrians have to navigate many risks when walking around Boston. Some of the most common are distracted and negligent drivers. Collisions are most common in places where pedestrians and vehicles intersect. Crosswalks – both…
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How to Win a Wrongful Death Claim in Massachusetts
Published in Personal Injury on July 7, 2020
Reading Time: 3 minutesWrongful death is the loss of life due to another person’s tort, misconduct, negligence or wrongdoing. A wrongful death claim is a civil lawsuit that seeks to hold the at-fault party accountable for the deceased person’s death. Certain family members in Massachusetts could receive compensation after an executor or administrator of the decedent files a…
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The Dangers of Texting While Walking
Published in Pedestrian Safety on July 7, 2020
Reading Time: 3 minutesPedestrians are the most vulnerable users of the road. A pedestrian could suffer life-altering injuries in a collision. As a pedestrian in Boston, you can reduce your risk of accidents by obeying pedestrian laws and paying attention to where you are walking. One of the most dangerous things you can do as a pedestrian is…
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Does Vaping Increase Risk for COVID-19?
Published in Safety on July 7, 2020
Reading Time: 3 minutesThe novel COVID-19 pandemic poses a health and safety threat to everyone. It is highly contagious and can cause serious to fatal health complications even in someone healthy. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), however, lists certain groups that are at an increased risk for severe illness associated with the coronavirus. The list…
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Massachusetts Dog Bite Laws
Published in Safety on July 7, 2020
Reading Time: 3 minutesMassachusetts has several laws regulating animal ownership and setting guidelines for what will happen if a dog bites someone. As a pet owner in Boston, you need to know at least the basics of how the state’s dog bite law works. If your pet bites someone, the victim could file a lawsuit against you as…
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What 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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