Texting and driving is a problem in Massachusetts, and even those who don’t text and drive might not be able to prevent an accident when another driver is being reckless. However, in Massachusetts residents can hold a driver responsible when injured because of texting and driving. Texting and Driving in Massachusetts Texting and driving is likely the most dangerous form of distracted driving because one takes their eyes, mind and at least one hand off the wheel when texting while operating a vehicle. People also lose focus more often and for longer periods when texting than when doing something else like changing a radio station or making a call.

Unfortunately, car accidents happen, and chances are they’ll happen to you one day. But how do you know if your car accident claim can be handled on your own or if you need to get a lawyer involved? Here are some instances when calling a lawyer can save you money and make sure you are getting a fair deal: Disagreement on fault If the other driver isn’t admitting fault and/or if the car accident happened in such a way that it is initially unclear who was at fault, it is worth your time to contact a lawyer. An auto accident lawyer will help you build your case so you don’t end up owing thousands of dollars for an accident that wasn’t your fault. High out-of-pocket costs Sometimes it’s worth it to just pay the out-of-pocket costs connected to your accident and move on with your life. But when those costs

With over 110,000 auto crashes a year in the state of Massachusetts, it is a sad likelihood that you or a loved one could be severely injured in an auto accident at some point. This can be a very disturbing event, and potentially a very debilitating one. Both emotional and physical effects from an accident can significantly affect your daily life. You have prepared for this contingency by purchasing auto insurance. In the event of an accident, you expect that your insurance policy or that of the party at fault will provide whatever is needed for your continued health and well-being. However, it is important to know that the insurance companies will always try to limit the costs associated with payment of claims. With that in mind, there may be some things that the insurance representative will not tell you.

Massachusetts law is somewhat unique when it comes to the rights of persons injured by a dog. If you’ve been injured by a dog in Massachusetts, contact our office for a free consultation.

When you are injured in an accident, the pain and stress of dealing with your injury can be overwhelming. But you do not have to go it alone. A personal injury claim can help you receive compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and emotional trauma. What is a personal injury claim? A personal injury claim is a civil lawsuit which alleges that your injury was caused by the negligence of another. It is not used for damaged property, or in cases when the defendant had the intent to injure. Most personal injury claims are the result of car accidents, work related accidents, trips and falls, and product malfunction accidents.

Workers who are hurt on the job in Massachusetts can generally expect to have their injuries covered by worker’s compensation. But in some cases, this benefit can extend even to workers who are injured at home, as long as the worker was hurt while engaging in a work-related activity. For instance, an Oregon woman worked for J.C. Penney as a custom decorator. Though J.C. Penney provided her with an office that she shared with others, she usually worked from her van, traveling to and from appointments at customers’ homes. She suffered a broken wrist in her own garage when she stumbled over her dog while trying to move fabric samples into her van.