We have been practicing law in Boston and throughout Massachusetts since 1985. I have represented clients in District Courts, Superior Courts, the Appeals Court, Housing Court, Probate Courts, Federal Bankruptcy Court and the Federal District Court.
Truck accidents are rarely minor. Tractor trailers can be road behemoths weighing 80,000 pounds or more when fully loaded but even smaller trucks in an accident with a passenger vehicle can cause serious and disabling injuries. If the accident is with a bicyclist, then the consequences are usually catastrophic or fatal.
Read MoreIs it really true that there can be “too much of a good thing,” at least when it comes to technology? Technology can be good for us in many ways by making our lives easier, healthier and less costly in some cases. We all yearn for a strong economy, lower gas prices, more and better jobs and accessible health coverage for all. For some time now, the economy has been adding new jobs each month, sophisticated car technology is making driving easier and more fun and cheaper gas prices have made it easier on our budgets. More people with health insurance was promised to lessen the burden on all of us regarding health costs, although the jury is still out on this.
Read MoreAny traffic fatality is catastrophic but when it is a car crash involving a young driver or passenger, the incident is even more tragic. It is during the summer months, though, or as Massachusetts officials term as the “100 deadliest days,” that most teen accidents occur since school is out and more novice drivers take to the roadways.
Read MorePokemon Go is the latest interactive app on smart phones that has users roaming through city streets, parks and historical sites to hunt down these unusual animated figures. The game challenges users to find and capture these various Pokemon figures. Unfortunately a substantial number of people are continuing to play the game while driving. Most of these individuals are teens or young adults and, combined with their inexperience, feelings of invulnerability and passion for games, the practice can result in tragedy, as what happened recently in Japan.
Read MoreThe summer months are often the most enjoyable for most of us. School is out and the warm weather invites more outdoor activities such as going to the beach, camping, fishing, traveling, biking, and enjoying street fairs and concerts. Unfortunately, it is also the deadliest season for traffic accidents and fatalities across the nation.
Read MoreThose who drive around our marvelous state are probably well aware of the perils. Poorly designed or maintained roadways and congestion account for this although reckless drivers may be responsible for at least some of the hazards. But for whatever reasons, Massachusetts cities ranks high when it comes to the incidence of traffic accidents.
Read MoreMassachusetts residents have plenty of things to be proud about in their state. Art, higher education, the Patriots and Red Sox, architecture, American history, Cape Cod and lobster rolls are just some of the delights. But one glaring fact stands out regarding driver safety about which residents should have concern–the lack of seat belt use.
Read MoreMotorcycle accidents can result in catastrophic injuries to the riders and passengers. Riders are only protected by a helmet and protective clothing such as boots, gloves and leather pants, provided these are worn. Motorcycles are quick and flexible but sometimes riders are themselves careless and cause accidents, especially when the rider has been drinking.
Read MoreIs the incidence of car accidents in Boston on the rise? The population of major urban areas like Boston is not waning despite the fact that the baby boomers vastly outnumber the Gen Xers and Millennials who are moving to the cities in search of mostly tech jobs in droves. As younger people move in to the city and surrounding suburbs and commute and the older generation remains, other businesses that cater to them grow as well. However, with a growing population, the number of commuters increases as does the number of car accidents.
Read MoreCar accidents happen every day for a variety of reasons. Fatigue, intoxication or impairment from drugs, overly aggressive driving, speeding and ignoring red traffic signals are a few. In the past decade as cell phones have become more ubiquitous and texting and emailing major functions of smartphones, distracted driving has become a major concern. And along with these cell phone activities are social media sites that are now being blamed for causing serious and fatal car accidents. The issue then becomes whether social media car accidents should result in those sites being held civilly liable.
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