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Published in Personal Injury on April 27, 2016

Reading Time: 3 minutesIf you’re seeking compensation for a personal injury, you’ll likely have to deal with some type of insurance company. You need to know what an insurance company is trying to achieve during settlement negotiations and understand your rights as a victim. Insurance Adjusters An insurance adjuster will investigate the case and determine how much it’s…

Published in Personal Injury on April 20, 2016

Reading Time: 3 minutesIf you’ve been injured and are headed to court for a settlement, you’ll want to be as prepared as possible for the steps ahead. Personal injury lawsuits can be difficult on the plaintiff, the family, and everyone involved. Knowing what to expect can make the process a little easier. First Six Months In a typical…

Published in Firm News on April 16, 2016

Reading Time: 3 minutesCongratulations to our Scholarship Winner – Maria Criselda DeLeon Again, congratulations from the Boston personal injury lawyers at Sweeney Merrigan. Maria is a single mother of three children who is currently employed by the Albany Georgia Police Department and attending the University of Phoenix to earn her degree. Despite a rough upbringing and dropping out…

Published in Personal Injury on April 12, 2016

Reading Time: 3 minutesA contingency agreement is an arrangement between a plaintiff and a lawyer, stating that the lawyer will represent the plaintiff without money to pay up front. In these situations, the plaintiff pays the lawyer only if the lawyer wins the case. In the event of a settlement agreement for the plaintiff, the lawyer keeps the…

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,…

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…

Published in Personal Injury on January 22, 2016

Reading Time: 3 minutesPrescriptions serve an important role for many Americans. They help control blood pressure, reduce depression, fight cancer, and keep people feeling healthy. However, some on the market today are downright dangerous. According to a compilation of data from the CDC, 2.6 billion different drugs were ordered or given to patients during 2010. 75% of all…

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…

Published in Personal Injury on December 22, 2015

Reading Time: 3 minutesWhen you get into an accident in any state, investigators will explore the issue of fault and negligence. In Massachusetts, fault is determined under a modified comparative negligence law. Understanding how comparative negligence works is often the key to ensuring our Boston personal injury lawyer’s clients obtain the best possible compensation after an injury claim….

Published in Bicycle Accidents on December 15, 2015

Reading Time: 3 minutesMassachusetts is a beautiful place to ride a bicycle. Whether you take a scenic route on the weekends or make your daily commute on one, you need to know what you are allowed to do on a bike in our state to avoid a bike accident. Make riding a fantastic experience every day with this…