No one wants to be the victim of a personal injury accident. Such an event can turn ones life upside down. Dealing with the injury itself, going to medical appointments, and losing time from work can be debilitating. What is remarkable are the number of personal injury accidents each year in the United States. Here are some of […]

Motor Vehicle Accidents These are by far the most common type personal injury claim.  Automobile accident claims cover all accidents including rear end accidents, left turn accidents, side swipes, and other types of motor vehicle collisions. If the claimant can show the other driver was negligent, and that he was injured as a result, then he […]

Oftentimes a personal injury accident is clearly the result of a person or company’s negligence. Sometimes though, the injury victim himself may bear some degree of responsibility for causing the accident. Comparative negligence is recognized in Massachusetts as an affirmative defense. Essentially it means that the legal responsibilities for causing a personal injury accident is reduced by the […]

For those that have sustained injury, it is important to know the legal rights one may pursue for compensation. Not every injury though leads to a settlement. If the injury does arise out of a personal injury or workers’ compensation event then it may be possible to bring a case. But understanding the differences between these […]

In 2016 roughly 5% of homeowners filed homeowners claims. Many of these claims stem from personal injury accidents. Whether you are a homeowner or you were injured at someone’s home, it is important to know some common accidents that trigger this type of insurance coverage. People who own their home and have a mortgage are required to carry […]

It is no secret the law is a unique language comprised of many confusing words and phrases. Law school teaches future lawyers a unique language set. The law is filled with language not found in other professions. This is especially the case with personal injury law. If you’ve suffered an injury from an accident and you […]

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 […]

There are many different types of personal injury cases. We are frequently asked by new clients “Do I have a personal injury case?” Car accidents, slips and falls and dog bite are some common types of personal injury cases that commonly occur. Generally, personal injury cases are about showing negligence.  Negligence is failing to act reasonably […]

Boston is a very popular destination for tourists. Each year millions of tourists come to enjoy the many attractions Boston has to offer.  In fact, Boston has been labeled the third-most walkable city in the United States which further makes Boston more attractive to tourists. With this large influx of people, personal injuries will invariably happen. Nothing can […]

If you had a Massachusetts personal injury accident, documenting your claim with photographs is important. Since nearly everyone has a smart phone with a camera, taking photos has never been easier. Good photos can help a poor case, and the absence of good photos can negatively impact an otherwise strong case. In order to persuade an insurance adjuster to […]