Posts by Ron Gluck
Who Pays the Medical Bills After a Boston Car Accident?
When a car accident takes place, the injured victim can be left wondering what to do next. As they’re in the hospital waiting to be treated, they’re speculating how they are going to possibly cover all these medical expenses, even if they have insurance. After an accident like this one, it’s natural to not know…
Read MoreTruck Accidents and Blind Spots: What to Know
Almost by instinct, car drivers are typically wary of commercial trucks when driving alongside them. We may be familiar with our car’s blind spots, but how many people are actually aware of all those of a truck? We know to give them extra space and to be more cautious around them, but many drivers may…
Read MoreVulnerable Road User Protections, Truck Safety Measures Signed into Massachusetts Law
In a late victory for cyclists and pedestrians, Gov. Charlie Baker signed a critical road safety bill into law during his final days in office. While encouraging safety, the legislation may also position Massachusetts as a leader on truck safety and protecting vulnerable road users. Gov. Baker – now the former governor – signed An…
Read MorePrevent Drunk Driving Injuries and Crashes This Holiday Season
Make a Holiday Safety Plan It’s the holiday season, a time to enjoy family and friends. But the mood quickly turns somber when you make the wrong decision about alcohol. Commit to use good judgment and avoid causing drunk driving injuries. If you drink, consume alcohol responsibly. As personal injury lawyers, we have seen how drunk…
Read MoreCambridge Explores “No Turn on Red” Traffic Policy to Protect Cyclists and Pedestrians
Cambridge is now exploring how to implement “no turn on red” traffic regulations citywide, with a goal of improving safety conditions for cyclists and pedestrians. The Cambridge City Council backed the proposal in a 7-2 vote on Monday, November 7, 2022. With the City Council’s vote, Cambridge becomes one of the first U.S. cities to…
Read MoreIn Boston and Cambridge, Orange Line Shutdown Brings New Bike Safety Concerns
In Boston, cyclists are sharing concerns about bike safety during the Orange Line shutdown. Boston commuters are taking the Orange Line shutdown one day at a time. Many are biking to work and school, some for the first time – and sharing their thoughts and concerns from the bike lane on social media and local…
Read MoreTwo Million Infant Swings and Rockers Recalled After Child’s Death
The Consumer Product Safety Commission has announced the recall of two million infant swings due to the risk of entanglement and strangulation. The recall comes after a child was caught in a restraint strap and died from asphyxiation. Thorley Industries, LLC – using a d.b.a of 4moms – recalled two million MamaRoo swings and 220,000…
Read MoreBreakstone, White & Gluck Donates Project KidSafe Bike Helmets to Children in Lowell, Somerville and Chelsea
We are excited about the summer of 2022 here at Breakstone, White & Gluck. This is the 10th year of our Project KidSafe campaign. Read about a few of our bike helmet donations to children: The Bike Connector and Lowell Public Schools Breakstone, White & Gluck was pleased to donate 300 helmets to The Bike…
Read MoreThe Gluck Legal Takeaway: The Critical Role of Witnesses to a Bicycle Accident
Attorney Ronald E. Gluck By: Ronald Gluck Attorney Ron Gluck is a member of the Charles River Wheelers and wrote this article for the club’s monthly newsletter, WheelPeople. If you witness an accident, let the victim and the police know. The role of eyewitnesses is critical to the outcome of a case involving injured cyclists.…
Read MoreThe Gluck Legal Takeaway: EBikes Legal and Insurance Issues
Ebikes, also known as EAPCs- electronically assisted pedal cycles, have become very popular over the past 10 years. The Industry is exploding with new models and new users. In Massachusetts bikes fall into the Ebike category if they are motorized but the motors have a maximum speed of twenty-five mile per hour. Massachusetts restricts use…
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