Massachusetts Personal Injury And Workers’ Compensation Blog
How waivers and partial fault affect personal injury claims
Persons injured in Massachusetts may be entitled to damages — even if they were partially at fault for the incident, and even if they signed a waiver. The recovery of damages in a personal injury claim depends generally upon the degree of due care each party...
Should I take pictures after a car accident?
Car accidents are frightening and upsetting. It is not always easy to think clearly after a collision, especially if it is severe or you sustained injuries. Taking photos of the accident may be the furthest thing from your mind. But taking pictures after an accident...
4 tips for riding safely in the rain
In 2017, Massachusetts’s citizens registered almost 170,000 motorcycles. When looking at the population of the state, this means many people who ride. In fact, Massachusetts has more people per bike than Texas or California. Massachusetts sees a decent amount of rain...
Can you lose your job for a filing workers compensation claim?
One of the areas that you may be concerned about when it comes to worker's compensation injury is whether or not you can lose your job for filing a worker's compensation claim. According to Disability Secrets, it is actually against the law for an employer to...
What are the four types of cerebral palsy?
Difficulties with balance, posture and movement in your baby may indicate cerebral palsy. According to the Centers for Disease Control, CP is the most common childhood movement disability. It arises from damage to the brain that may occur at or prior to birth. Damage...
Car seat laws for children
It is well known that all drivers and passengers in motor vehicles all over the country must wear seat belts. However, seat belt systems in cars accommodate adults, not children or infants. So to ensure the safety of children, the general laws of Massachusetts spell...
Winter safety actions responsible business owners take
Massachusetts weather in February is often unpredictable, sunny and in the 40s one day and below freezing with rain and snow the next, making injuries as the result of falling on ice more likely. A hard landing on the slick surface can result in a broad range of...
How do food recalls occur?
If you pay any attention to the news, then you know they often announce food recalls. These recalls may be due to contamination that could cause you to get sick if you eat the product or due to mislabeling, which could be bad for someone with severe allergies. In many...
Anxiety, stress and workplace accidents
There are countless reasons why things go wrong on the job. Sometimes, these incidents lead to serious injuries (and even the loss of life). In this blog, our law office will briefly explore the link between high levels of anxiety and workplace mishaps. Whether you...
Explaining a motor vehicle accident to your children
Motor vehicle crashes are tough for a lot of reasons. They often bring high levels of physical pain and generate a lot of uncertainty, especially in terms of one's career, health or financial future. Unfortunately, the impact of an accident is often especially tough...
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