When you go to a consultation (they are almost always free) with your prospective Massachusetts injury lawyer, I suggest you bring the following with you: All of your medical records and bills following the accident; All photographs of your visible personal injuries; All photographs of the location of the accident; All photographs of damage to […]

Massachusetts law recognizes personal injury claims bases on loss of consortium. A loss of consortium claim is “derivative” in that it stems from the personal injuries of the other spouse. For example, for a man who is seriously and permanently injured in a Massachusetts car accident, his wife is “indirectly” injured in that she can […]

Attorney Jonathan Stein, a California personal injury attorney, has a great post today on his blog regarding a client’s right to terminate the attorney/client relationship. Please note that unlike California, Massachusetts personal injury claims have a three year, rather than a two year statute of limitations. Here is a link to Attorney Stein’s Blog where you can find the […]

Bicycle accidents happen every day in Massachusetts (especially in Boston, for obvious reasons). These accidents can result in soft tissue injuries, fractures, head injuries, and even death. If you have been involved in a Massachusetts bicycle accident and have been injured, it is crucial that you know your rights. You are entitled to have up […]

Car accidents cause those involved to experience many types of injuries. Some of those injuries include sprains, strains, fractures, and, sometimes, even death. Massachusetts car accidents happen every few minutes and the chances are high that most Massachusetts motorists will be involved in at least one car accident. There are certain things you should do after […]

People each and every day in Massachusetts sustain personal injuries on public transportation. Especially in Boston, with the high volume of taxi cabs, buses and trains, many people are injured on these modes of transport. But, these riders usually have a slightly easier time recovering compensation for their injuries sustained on public transportation. The reason […]

If you have been involved in a Massachusetts slip and fall accident it is important for you to be aware of what you will need to prove your case. It is equally important that you know what type of defenses the insurance adjuster and defense attorney will assert against you. Here is a list of some common […]

Many people each and every year day in Massachusetts slip and fall in retail stores. These premises liability accidents can cause serious and permanent physical injuries. Common causes for these accidents in stores are spills and slick floors. The owner and occupier of the property can he held liable for the accident. If that is the case, you may […]

Many times young children are the victims of a Massachusetts personal injury accident. Minors in Massachusetts, like adults, are required to conduct themselves reasonably. But, minors in Massachusetts are not held to the same duty of care as adults are. Rather, minors are required to conform their conduct to that of a child of like […]

If you were working at the time of your Massachusetts accident you may be entitled to Massachusetts workers’ compensation benefits. These benefits will pay for your missed time from work, as well as your medical bills. For example, if you were injured in a Massachusetts slip and fall accident or an automobile accident, and the […]