Year: 2019

Many people injured in an accident due to someone’s negligence are often told by family or friends to “get a lawyer.” But sometimes the idea of hiring an attorney conjures up fear about racking up really high legal fees. The last thing the victim of an accident wants to do is pay an attorney when medical […]

Many dog bite victims after an attack are unsure what to do. They likely need medical treatment for their injuries and money for their medical bills. The injuries are so bad maybe they can’t even work. Many of these victims, when dealing with the aftermath of the attack, wonder what injuries are covered when a dog […]

What to do after a construction site accident

Many people earn a living working in the construction industry. Ironworkers, carpenters, and electricians are some of millions of people that work in construction. But all too often these workers are exposed to hazardous job conditions. When this happens personal injuries can result. Here is what to do following a construction accident: Report the accident. This […]

As is the case with all relationships in life, some are good, and some are not so good. It is no different with attorney/client relationships. Some clients may be quite satisfied with their lawyer, while others may be frustrated with their current lawyer. They may be so frustrated that they even want to change lawyers. For example, you […]

what to do before calling a workers' compensation lawyer

It is not uncommon following a work accident for an injured employee to be confused on what to do next. Following the accident is the start of a strange and confusing process for those that have not been through it before. Taking the right steps is critical in order to safeguard your rights and to maximize […]

wet floor signs in supermarket

Slipping and falling is no laughing matter. These accidents can produce really serious personal injuries, and they can be caused by a variety of factors. It may have been caused by liquid on the floor, or a freshly cleaned or waxed floor that lacked caution or warning signs. No matter how your fall happened, if you were injured, it […]

The aftermath of an accident can be overwhelming. You are unsure of what to do, who to trust, and you also may be dealing with pain and discomfort from the injuries you received from the accident. You may be deciding whether or not to contact a personal injury lawyer. Here are three things to consider before contacting one: […]

Massachusetts Senate approves hands free cell phone driving ban

Kudos to the Massachusetts Senate for unanimously approving a bill that would require hands-free use of cell phones while operating a motor vehicle. This bill is essential and overdue given the high rate of car accidents that happen in Massachusetts. Specifically, this bill will help reduce distracted driving accidents which has plagued the Commonwealth for years. Those who […]

How social media can wreck your personal injury case

Today millions and millions of people have social media accounts. Facebook, Instagram and other social media platforms have gained wide traction with nearly all age groups throughout the world. While social media has many beneficial uses, it does not help in any way when an accident victim posts about their case on social media. The […]

It is no secret that lawyers are not the most loved members of our community. Our reputation has been sullied unfortunately by the misdeeds of others. That is truly sad because the overwhelming vast majority of lawyers are good and decent people dedicated to helping their clients. Personal injury lawyers, through less-than-tasteful advertising, are sometimes called ambulance […]