Year: 2024

Dog Bite Prevention for Kids

Children are the most common victims of dog bites in Boston. According to the city’s Public Health Commission, the dog bite injury rate is highest in children between the ages of five and nine. Young children lack the strength to escape or fight off an aggressive animal and often don’t understand the danger a dog […]

Who Pays for Lost Wages in a Massachusetts Car Accident

If you are hospitalized or unable to work after a car accident, your inability to work may cause you to experience lost wages. You should be able to seek compensation for your lost wages from the insurance company that insures your vehicle. If your losses exceed what your personal injury protection policy pays, you may […]

Justice is Blind

When an accident strikes, leaving you injured, the path to compensation can feel like a maze. Whether it’s a slip on a poorly maintained floor or a crash on the road, understanding the journey ahead is crucial. This article aims to simplify the complexities of a personal injury lawsuit and what one might expect, speaking […]

Boston Sunset

No one ever plans to be in an accident. Suddenly you need to go to medical professionals if you were injured from the accident. You may even be missing time from work, and losing wages as a result. If you have been involved in any type of accident that has produced personal injuries, you may […]

What Does it Mean to be Indicted?

In the United States, the criminal justice system operates on principles designed to ensure fairness and justice. One crucial aspect of this system is the process leading to a criminal trial, particularly the role of indictments and grand juries. This process can seem complex, but understanding it is vital for anyone who might find themselves […]

Proving Medical Negligence: Essential Elements in Cases

Understanding the complexities of medical malpractice, negligence, and patient rights requires navigating through a maze of legal terms and principles. Yet, it’s essential for both the general public and professionals to grasp these concepts to ensure justice and accountability in healthcare. When doctors or nurses make mistakes, it can lead to big problems. Sometimes they […]

Compensation for Injuries Caused by Defective Products

When you buy a product, whether it’s a new appliance, a vehicle, or a medical device, you expect it to work as advertised. Unfortunately, this isn’t always the case. Defective products can lead to serious injuries or even wrongful death, leaving victims and their families to deal with the aftermath. Understanding your rights and the […]

Recalls and Defective Products: What Consumers Should Know

Have you ever heard about a product being recalled and wondered what that means? A product recall is when companies take back items that might be unsafe or have a problem. This can happen with all sorts of things, from cars and toys to food and medicines. Sometimes, the companies decide to recall a product […]

Pursuing a Product Liability Case

Understanding product liability laws is crucial in today’s busy marketplace. This is because new products are constantly being introduced through innovation and technology. These laws are the guardians of consumer safety, ensuring that the items we bring into our homes and lives do not pose unforeseen dangers. Manufacturers need to understand these laws to avoid […]

Determining Fault in Motorcycle Accidents

Motor vehicle accidents can be complex, with fault determination playing a crucial role in insurance claims and legal proceedings. In this article, we aim to show the standards used by insurers and the Board of Appeal in Massachusetts, especially in the context of motorcycle accidents, and discuss the process of appealing fault determinations. Understanding Standards of […]