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 […]
Three Things to Do After a Work Injury
Category: General Massachusetts Personal Injury Information
Not Filing a Police Report Filing a police report is essential in maintaining a strong case. By providing documentation of the accident, the police report allows for an unbiased third-party account of the incident. It legitimizes the claim the victim has, while also providing effectual evidence in comparison to hearsay from either the victim or […]
Nearly each and every attorney in Boston that handles personal injury cases offers potential clients a free consultation. This allows a victim of a personal injury accident to interview different attorneys without incurring any out-of-pocket cost. It is an opportunity therefore for the accident victim to get free legal insight as to whether or not […]
Insurance companies like to play games with innocent injury victims. Don’t fall for their tricks and traps. Here are seven insider secrets insurance adjusters don’t want you to know about. When Insurance companies tell you that their offer is final, they are not telling you the truth. Nearly every adjuster can get additional settlement authority […]
When it comes to accident claims, being careful is essential- and the wrong move could wreck your accident claim. As an attorney who’s been representing personal injury victims for nearly two decades-I’ve become accustomed to how the game works in cases like these, known as the 5 Deadly Sins. To begin, the first deadly sin […]
Similar to buying a car, or even renting an apartment – there are many things to consider when hiring an attorney. Just as important it is to hire the right lawyer, it is equally important to avoid hiring the wrong one. Here’s some things to look out for as you search for the right lawyer […]
They say dogs are a man’s best friend, and while it’s mostly true, like everything else in life there is an exception to the rule. Without notice or warning, a dog can attack and it’s neither enjoyable nor pleasant for the dog, owner, or victim. In Massachusetts, the dog bite law is set forth in […]
If you are considering taking legal action as a result of suffering a physical injury from someone’s negligence, you might want to consider keeping a victim diary. This diary helps you keep track of your injury by providing important documentation of its complications when pursuing a legal claim. A victim diary is written documentation of […]
Massachusetts car insurance law is based on a no-fault system. This means even if you were at fault or negligent in causing the car accident, you’re still entitled to have your medical bills and lost wages paid through Personal Injury Protection, or PIP, for short. This mandatory auto insurance allows people to get their car […]
Just as important as it is to hire the right lawyer, it is equally important to avoid hiring the wrong lawyer. Here are some things to look out for as you search for the right lawyer. Does the lawyer have a history of receiving ethical complaints? If so, it may be time to look for […]