Year: 2018

Frequently asked questions about Massachusetts slip and fall accidents

Slips and falls surprisingly account for roughly 1 million hospital visits each year in the United States. These accidents can result in strains and sprains, broken bones, and even death. Understanding the typical causes of these accidents can aid in preventing them in the future. Here are some common causes of slip and fall accident cases in Massachusetts. Slips […]

How do I find a workmans comp lawyer near me?

With so many workers experiencing injuries on the job, many of these of people need legal representation. But, many of these people are unsure of how to find the right workers’ compensation lawyer to help them. There is definitely no shortage of lawyers in Massachusetts. In fact, there are roughly 43,000 lawyers here in the Bay State. With so many […]

What are independent medical examinations (IME)?

Many injured workers receive a letter at some point that the workers compensation insurance company is requiring them to go to an IME, or Independent Medical Examination. This is a requirement for injured workers receiving workers’ compensation benefits. It is an exam whereby the insurance company selects, and pays, a doctor to perform a quick physical examination […]

low speed Boston motor vehicle accidents

There are on average 6 million car accidents each year. Many of these are low speed car accidents. These accidents sometimes do not cause serious property damage to the vehicles involved. Because of this, insurance companies constantly argue that these accidents cannot possibly cause personal injury to the car’s occupants. They are convinced and constantly argue that no human […]

when should I get a workers' compensation attorney?

This is a common question work injury victims face. Besides the stress of not being able to work, injured workers face many other issues. They sometimes are concerned that their employer will become angry if they hire an attorney. They worry the insurance company will stop their benefits, or take other adverse action against them if they hire […]

Reasons to change lawyers for your Boston workers' compensation case

Following your accident at work, you may have hired an attorney for your case. It is of course always a good idea to have legal representation for a workers comp case. It is important to hire a lawyer that you are comfortable with and confident can successfully represent you. Sometimes however, the attorney/client relationship can deteriorate. Just […]

What if I was not wearing my seatbelt?

Many people injured by the negligence of someone else in a Boston auto accident were not wearing their seatbelt. These innocent victims of personal injury oftentimes worry they will be found at-fault, or partially at-fault, for not wearing their seatbelt at the time of the crash. Massachusetts law requires, with limited exceptions, all motorists to wear a […]

Do I have to go to the insurance company's doctors after an accident?

The aftermath of a personal injury accident comes with a host of questions. A common question is can the injury victim go to their own doctors, or does he/she have to go to the insurance company doctors? The answer is, it depends. It also depends on the type of case involved. Car Accident Claims Following a car […]

If you have been injured in a car crash you very likely are dealing with the stress of of dealing with insurance companies. You may be dealing with getting your car fixed, or with trying to get your medical bills paid, or other accident-related issues. While you go through this process, it is important to remember one very […]

Injured on someone's property

People are unfortunately commonly injured due to someone’s negligence. Negligence can arise in many different situations. One such situation it can result from is from injuries sustained to innocent victims while visiting someone else’s property. The area of law that governs these accident cases is called premises liability. This is a catch all phrase that encompasses […]