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 […]

Nearly each and every personal injury case has lien issues involved. These liens must be resolved at the time of settlement in order for the settlement funds to be properly distributed to all parties. Understanding what a lien is, as well as understanding the various types of liens, is important if you have an ongoing […]

As I have written in my books entitled, The Truth Series, nearly all personal injury and Worker’s Compensation cases in Massachusetts require a lawyer’s services. But not every case needs legal assistance. For a very small case with very limited medical treatment and clear liability, it may not make economic sense to hire an attorney. However, […]

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 […]

It is very important to thoroughly research and to be very choosy when selecting which attorney you hire for your personal injury case. Massachusetts has roughly 50,000 practicing attorneys, and many of them handle personal injury cases. Here are some questions to ask any attorney you are considering hiring for your personal injury case. Do […]

Almost everyone at one time or another will experience the misfortune of being involved in a car accident. Many car accidents, thankfully, involve minor impacts that result in very little, if any, property damage to the involved vehicles. There is an assumption that a minor car accident does not and cannot cause personal injuries to the occupants […]

I frequently say to my clients that insurance companies are in the business of making money and collecting premiums as opposed to paying money out to deserving claimants. Insurance adjusters are trained by the insurance company to use common defenses in response to a claim that is presented. The following are some of those common […]

We here at the Earley Law Group Injury Lawyers, have been rather busy the past few weeks in successfully resolving cases for our clients. Our focus has always been and remains, representing only the injured and their families. Here are some brief descriptions of some recent settlements we have been able to achieve for our […]

No one ever wants to experience the frustration and pain that can often accompany a motor vehicle collision. It is really important in this situation to not only know what to do but to know what not to do as well. Here are some things to keep in mind should you have the misfortune of […]

Many, many people in Massachusetts will suffer an on-the-job injury at one point or another. When that happens, it triggers Massachusetts Workers’ Compensation protections for the injured worker. It is vital for the injured worker to take the necessary steps to protect him or herself legally following a work injury. But it is equally important […]