What Happens If You Hit Your Head?

Car accident collisions can result in various types of injuries such as broken limbs, lacerations, disfigurement, soft tissue tears, spinal injuries, and internal organ injuries. But one of the most common, easily overlooked, and undertreated injuries are concussions and their after-effects. If you suffered a concussion in a Massachusetts auto accident caused by another party, do not hesitate to contact an experienced car accident attorney.

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Safety Tips in Massachusetts to Avoid Being Pinned Between Equipment

Working construction is among the most dangerous occupations in America with Massachusetts being no safer than other states. Workers are constantly exposed to negligent conduct by subcontractors operating heavy equipment, by falling objects, a failure to install guardrails and other safety measures, lack of proper training, and absence of proper signage among other safeguards that can minimize or even eliminate many risks. 

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What Are Motions in Limine in Massachusetts?

Many Massachusetts personal injury cases are won in the pretrial phase or during discovery where the parties exchange what information they have regarding their clients or their interests and are able to question the involved parties and percipient witnesses and those retained as experts.  One of the tools used by a personal injury attorney during the time before trial is a motion in limine. 

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How Long Do You Have to File a Claim in Massachusetts?

If you were injured in an accident in Massachusetts by the negligent or intentional conduct of another person or entity, you have a right to bring a claim for compensation.  However, there are time limits on how much time you have to file your claim in court depending on the nature of the injury, the location or where you were injured, if you are a minor, and whether you were even aware of your injury.  These time limits are governed by the relevant statute of limitations that pertains to your particular injury.

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