How Boston’s Winter Weather Increases the Risk of Car Accidents

Boston’s winters are notoriously harsh, with snowstorms, icy roads, freezing rain, and low visibility. All these weather issues can make driving during the winter not only challenging but also significantly more dangerous than during the other three seasons. As the temperatures drop, the risk of car accidents increases, making it more likely that you or…

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What is an Attractive Nuisance?

Children are innately curious about the world around them, but at times that curiosity can lead them into danger. No matter how cautious you try to teach your children to be and no matter the rules you have in place, there are times when your child’s natural curiosity may put them in potentially risky situations.…

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Nerve Damage After a Car Accident

Car accidents happen every day. Whether a quick trip to the store, commuting to work, or taking your family for a fun day out, there is a risk every time you get into a motor vehicle. Even a seemingly minor accident can cause serious injuries – including some with lifelong consequences. Among those potential injuries…

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Using Traffic Camera Footage as Evidence in a Car Accident

Car accidents can be traumatic, leaving victims with injuries, financial burdens, and emotional distress. Establishing fault and securing fair compensation can be challenging, especially when conflicting accounts of the accident happen. In such cases, traffic camera footage can be invaluable in providing clear, unbiased evidence. Today, we want to help you understand the importance of…

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5 Key Tips for Riding Your Motorcycle Defensively

As a motorcycle enthusiast, you crave the freedom of the open road and the thrill of the ride. But with that freedom comes responsibility. Sharing the road with larger vehicles requires constant vigilance and a commitment to defensive driving, as well as other safety concerns. At Breakstone, White & Gluck, we understand motorcycle accidents. We…

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What Does “Safe Following Distance” Mean Under the Law?

Tailgating is dangerous.  When drivers follow too closely, they increase the likelihood of accidents, especially during sudden traffic speed changes and lane maneuvers. For this reason, the Commonwealth of Massachusetts has rules about what constitutes a “safe following distance” for vehicles. Under 720 Mass. Reg. 9.06, “The driver of a vehicle shall not follow another…

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What Is Compartment Syndrome?

Compartment syndrome is a serious condition that occurs when too much pressure builds up in a closed space within the body, typically surrounding muscles, nerves, and blood vessels. This pressure can restrict blood flow, leading to damage to the tissues in the compartment. It can happen in any part of the body, but it’s most…

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Best Lawyers in America 2024 Recognizes Breakstone, White & Gluck

Breakstone, White & Gluck is pleased to share that Marc L. Breakstone, David W. White and Ronald E. Gluck have been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America, 2024 edition. Our partners were each recognized for their decades of experience and successful verdicts and settlements for plaintiffs in Massachusetts personal injury cases. Marc, David and…

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