Slip and fall accidents happen in many different ways. They happen at supermarkets, at rental properties, at work, and many other types of places. They may be caused by liquid on the floor, snow and ice, or ceiling leaks. These accidents also cause many different types of injuries. Many times people that slip and fall wonder if they should […]
Do I Need A Lawyer For A Slip And Fall?
Year: 2019
Massachusetts is bracing for a snowstorm to hit early this week. Winter storms invariably lead to greater risk for accidents to happen. Many such accidents lead to personal injuries. Staying safe during these weather events is critical, and here are some tips for doing so. Slips And Fall Accidents Snow and ice can cause serious injuries at any given […]
It is not just Boston that sees wrongful death brought upon by negligently operated duck boats. Seattle in September 2015 experienced an unspeakable tragedy when a duck boat vehicle crashed into a bus full of people. Five people were killed and 60 people were injured as a result. The jury decided the manufacturer, of the amphibious vehicle, Ride […]
It is astonishing that roughly three million people are injured at work each year. It is important for these unlucky injury victims to take appropriate steps following their accident. Failure to do so can result in making an already tough situation even worse. Here are some things all people injured on-the-job should avoid: Failing To Report The […]
Personal injury claims frequently arise from accidents occurring in parking lots. As a Boston parking accident lawyer, I have represented many people injured in these accidents. Understanding their cause can help to avoid these accidents in the future. While there are so many types of situations that can cause parking lot accidents, here are some common […]
For injured workers that are collecting Massachusetts workers’ compensation benefits, they understandably want to know how long they can expect to receive these benefits. Each case is different, so what one injured employee may collect is different from what another injured employee can collect. However, there are maximum benefits each worker may collect which is […]
Today is Super Bowl Sunday and once again the Patriots are in the big game. As we here in Massachusetts get ready to root them on, it is important to remember to have a safe and memorable day. Many people across the country will be going to bars, restaurants or a super bowl party to watch […]
Massachusetts drivers at some point during their lifetime will receive a speeding ticket or other motor vehicle infraction. Once you receive your citation you have twenty days to either pay the fine, or request a hearing in court before a judge. If you pay the fine you are essentially admitting fault and foregoing your right to challenge […]
Many people injured at work wonder if they have a case. Massachusetts workers compensation law provides benefits to workers injured during the course and scope of employment. That means if you are at the workplace, or outside of the workplace but working for your employer, you are eligible for workers compensation benefits. However, workers compensation does NOT cover independent […]
Many times people in Massachusetts slip and fall on water while entering a residence or business. For years, Massachusetts has followed a rule of law that basically says a property owner is not responsible for slips and falls on water when the water has been tracked in by other people. This has been known as the […]