Auto Accidents
Fatal Truck Accident at Dangerous Andover Intersection Has Community Mourning
A tragic incident occurred in Andover, Massachusetts, on the afternoon of May 10 when a 5-year-old girl was fatally struck by a tractor-trailer at a busy intersection. Upon receiving multiple 911 calls, Andover police rushed to the scene at the intersection of Elm and Main streets around 5:15 p.m. State police later confirmed that the…
Read MoreRear-End Collisions Can Cause Serious Injuries
Car accidents usually happen when you least expect them and for a wide variety of reasons. Rear-end accidents in particular are one of the most common types of crashes that occur here in Boston and across the country – when one vehicle collides with the rear of another, often resulting in serious injuries and property…
Read MoreHelp for Serious Neck and Spine Injuries from Car Accidents
Car accidents can be traumatic experiences, both physically and emotionally. Injuries sustained in a car accident can have long-term consequences on your health, well-being, and financial stability. Neck and spine injuries are among the most common and serious injuries resulting from car accidents, and they can have a significant impact on your daily life. These…
Read MoreWho 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 MoreWhat Drivers Say: More People Admit to Dangerous Driving, Even as Traffic Fatalities Rise
It is concerning and stressful to hear how many people have died in traffic accidents since the start of the pandemic. How many times have you watched the news and thought, “If only drivers would just slow down?” Unfortunately, a recent study shows more drivers are actually admitting to speeding and other dangerous driving behaviors,…
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 MoreMassachusetts in “Danger Zone” On Passing Highway Safety Laws to Prevent Injuries, Save Lives
In a new report, Massachusetts has earned good marks for passing distracted driving laws that promote safety and reduce the risk of car accidents and injuries. Yet we still finished among nine states in the danger zone for not implementing other traffic safety laws. The Advocates for Highway and Auto Safety released its 2023 Roadmap to…
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 MoreDeadly Apple Store Crash in Hingham Shows Danger of Cars Striking Buildings
On Monday, a 53-year-old man drove his SUV over a curb and smashed into an Apple store at the Derby Street Shops in Hingham, where it lodged in the back wall of the shop. One man was killed, and at least 18 more people were injured. The driver, Bradley Rein, claims his foot got stuck on…
Read MoreWrong-Way Crash Detection Systems Coming to Massachusetts Highways
As we approach the holiday travel season, Massachusetts and Connecticut are installing new wrong-way detection systems for safer roads. The Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT) has announced a $2.6 million project to install wrong-way detection systems along 16 Massachusetts highway ramps. There will be several road closures this week in Danvers, Plymouth, Burlington, Webster and…
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