Mediation of slip and fall claims provides a good forum for settlement. Often the attorney representing the accident/injury victim is unable to settle a personal injury claim with an insurance company. Often, it is mediation that provides an attractive option for both the claimant and the insurer. Here are some reasons why mediation can sometimes be a […]

If you have had this misfortune, here is some information that you need to know about. Passengers involved in Massachusetts auto accidents face two main issues. First, how do medical bills get paid? Passengers who are involved in Massachusetts auto accidents will have up to $8000.00 in medical bills and lost wages paid under Personal […]

Generally, you have three years from the date of the accident to bring a lawsuit in Massachusetts for injuries sustained in a slip and fall, or trip and fall accident. There are exceptions however, such as a two year statute of limitations for claims stemming from injuries on MBTA property. Also, if you live in […]

Generally, you have three years from the date of the accident to bring a lawsuit in Massachusetts for injuries sustained in an auto accident. There are exceptions however, such as a two year statute of limitations for claims stemming from accidents involving MBTA vehicles. Also, if you live in Massachusetts and your auto accident was […]

If you have, hopefully this will help you. Many Massachusetts accident victims experience Post Traumatic Stress Disorder following a significant mental and/or physical injury. The Florida personal injury firm of Perenich, Carroll, Perenich, Avril, Caulfield & Noyes, P.A has a great post on their website about PTSD, or Post Traumatic Stress Disorder. Here it is: “After […]

If a drunk driver causes a Massachusetts auto accident, the injury victim can bring claims against multiple parties. Obviously, a claim can be brought against the drunk driver’s insurance company. But, there are also less obvious parties that may be held responsible. For example, if the drunk driver was over-served at a bar, club, restaurant, […]

The success of slip and fall cases in Massachusetts hinge on the element of “notice.” Property owners in Massachusetts are required to keep their property in a reasonably safe condition free from defects. These owners must take reasonable measures to insure their property is safe for those lawfully on the property. In order to establish negligence […]

A torn meniscus is a very common, painful and debilitating injury that often occurs from slip and fall accidents. It can be caused by a number of factors. Often, a personal injury accident can cause this type of injury. When that happens, the medical bills and lost time from work can be formidable. Since so many people suffer from […]

A torn meniscus is a very common, painful and debilitating injury that occurs quite commonly from auto accidents. Since so many people suffer from torn menisci, I thought it may help to provide some information about torn menisci and how serious such an injury can be. I therefore provide the following courtesy of The University of Virginia: […]

Whiplash is a common and painful injury following a car accident. Some of the symptoms of whiplash are headaches, dizziness, and neck pain and stiffness. If you feel like you have suffered a whiplash injury, seek the appropriate medical attention. My office has experience representing people who have suffered whiplash. If someone has injured you […]