Because of our climate here in New England, slips and falls on snow and ice are quite common. Generally, these cases are claims for negligence against a snow plow company, property owner, or other potentially responsible party. The burden is on the injury victim to show that the party responsible for snow and ice removal where […]

Do you have a fireplace? If so, are you planning to put up your holiday decorations soon? If so, be careful! Just because Santa can fall down the chimney, does not mean you should too! Chimneys can be dangerous if you’re not careful. Keep reading for more safety tips and what you can do to […]

Workers compensation is a system that provides financial protection to employees who are injured on the job. It’s not just for construction workers, factory workers, and miners anymore. More than ever before, white collar jobs are becoming physical in nature. If you’re at risk of injury because of your profession, it may be worth looking […]

Insurance companies are similar to a two-faced snake. They claim to be on the victim’s side until the victim becomes an “inconvenience” to them. They hire negotiators whose sole purpose is to shake down victims and manipulate the situation to save themselves a few dollars. Here are 4 ways insurance companies rip victims off: An […]

The answer is not always as black and white as it seems. If you fall due to a store’s negligence like slippery floors or uneven ground then yes, that could be considered grounds for a lawsuit. However, if your slip and fall was merely an accident then no, there are no legal grounds for suing […]

Personal Injury cases are much different than what is shown on tv series and movies. This leads to a lot of misconceptions and myths regarding Personal Injury. Here are 3 common personal injury myths: A Personal Injury Claim Will Resolve Quickly This common myth can lead to unrealistic expectations. The length of time regarding a […]

In a personal injury case, if the victim has suffered any type of damage- whether it be an injury, property damage, or any other kind of loss, the victim (aka plaintiff) is able to seek compensation from whoever caused or contributed to the losses. Compensation is also referred to as damages. In personal injury law, […]

As the winter approaches, the chances of slip and falls begin to increase drastically. Slipping and falling on ice is never fun, and it often hurts. Not only can it feel embarrassing, the pain also tends to linger and cause aches. If you’ve fallen on ice, here are three simple steps you should take. If […]

Surviving a New England winter is a skill most Massachusetts residents have perfected, but driving in inclement weather is in a whole different category. Statistically speaking, October tends to be the month with the most accidents in Massachusetts, however, as the winter approaches- the weather increases the chances of car accidents. In addition, many slip […]

Accidents at work happen more often than we might think, and some of the most common ones are slips, trips, and falls. These accidents can lead to various injuries, from small cuts and bruises to more serious ones like hurting your head or back. Knowing what to do if you get hurt at work is […]