Blog
5 Steps to Take After Being Injured by a Defective Product in Massachusetts
Published in Personal Injury on July 7, 2023
Reading Time: 3 minutesWhen consumers purchase products, they expect them to serve the advertised function. Unfortunately, when defective products make their way into consumers’ hands, injuries may occur. If you have suffered harm due to a defective product in Massachusetts, there are several steps you should take to ensure you get the justice you deserve. At Sweeney Merrigan…
read more
Who Can File a Personal Injury Claim on Behalf of a Child in Massachusetts?
Published in Personal Injury on June 12, 2023
Reading Time: 3 minutesAs a parent, nothing is more upsetting than learning that your child has been harmed due to another party’s negligence. If your child has been injured in an accident caused by negligence, you have the right to file a personal injury claim on their behalf. By filing a personal injury claim for your child’s injury,…
read more
Steps to Take if Another Child Hurts Your Child at Daycare
Published in Child Injury on June 8, 2023
Reading Time: 3 minutesDaycare is a wonderful place to house your child while you operate your life as an adult. Whether you’re off to resume your responsibilities at work, doing household chores, or just need some time to yourself to think, having a trusted and reputable spot with professionals to leave your child during the day can be…
read more
Common Causes Of Motel and Hotel Accidents In Massachusetts
Published in Premises Liability, Slip and Fall Accidents on June 4, 2023
Reading Time: 3 minutesIf you enjoy travel, you likely spend a lot of time in motels or hotel rooms. Whether you spend a lot of your trip at the lodging, or just go back there to sleep after a long day of sightseeing, these spaces serve as a base while you’re away from home. You will often subconsciously…
read more
How Much Is Your Commercial Truck Accident Worth?
Published in Truck Accidents on May 13, 2023
Reading Time: 3 minutesWhenever you get behind the wheel, you risk being involved in an accident while out on Massachusetts roads. While all motor vehicle accidents are serious, the results can be catastrophic when an accident involves a commercial truck. If you were injured in a commercial truck accident, you may be able to pursue compensation based on…
read more
11 Injuries Caused By Defective Airbags
Published in Car Accidents on May 7, 2023
Reading Time: 3 minutesAirbags are placed in our vehicles to keep us safe from more severe injuries that might occur during car accidents and similar incidents. In many cases, properly functioning airbags are beneficial in reducing bodily harm and protecting the lives of drivers and passengers. Unfortunately, airbags can be defective and fail to inflate or even overinflate….
read more
Who Can Be Held Liable for Restaurant Burn Injuries?
Published in Burn Injury on May 3, 2023
Reading Time: 3 minutesGetting dressed up and sharing a meal with family or friends at your favorite local restaurant is a wonderful way to spend an evening. Good food and good conversation can fill you with joy in a way that many other activities can’t. When your evening out is disrupted by a burn injury due to the…
read more
What You Should Know About Filing a Successful Wrongful Death Claim in Massachusetts
Published in Personal Injury on April 25, 2023
Reading Time: 3 minutesWhen your loved one is robbed of their life early due to a preventable accident, it is within the surviving family’s right to file a wrongful death claim. The at-fault party can be a person, business, or government entity. As long as they owed your family member a standard of care that was broken and…
read more
How Efficient Is Your Motorcycle Safety Gear?
Published in Motorcycle Accidents on April 15, 2023
Reading Time: 3 minutesRiding a motorcycle is one of the most exhilarating ways to get to and from one’s destinations. However, despite the excitement of racing through the roads on a motorcycle, these motor vehicles can be highly risky and even dangerous if an accident occurs. As a motorcycle rider, it is important that you know whether or…
read more
Holding a Restaurant Responsible for an Injury in Massachusetts
Published in Premises Liability on April 10, 2023
Reading Time: 3 minutesWhenever you visit a restaurant, you expect respect, high-quality service, and care from employees. You’re paying for an experience and good food; your safety should be a major priority for everyone involved in your restaurant visit. But sometimes people get hurt when they visit restaurants, whether they slip and fall on a puddle, receive severe…
read more