When people think of industries that pose the biggest threat to workers' safety, one that may not immediately cross their mind is aviation. While flying can certainly pose risks to everyone on board, what about the workers who manage safety protocols on the ground and...
Massachusetts Personal Injury And Workers’ Compensation Blog
Look out for aggressive drivers on the road
It is not unusual for drivers to get angry while navigating the roadways. In fact, at least 80% of drivers in the United States confess that they have lost their temper while behind the wheel at least once within the past year. While a little anger may be natural for...
Why C-sections should be medically necessary
Advanced technology and increased knowledge and experience have prompted advances in the medical industry that may help you and your family stay healthier. For instance, surgeons can perform operations today that no one had even heard of a few decades ago. When man's...
Do you really have to stay off social media during a lawsuit?
Do Massachusetts courts really take your social-network evidence seriously? In short: They could.There are a variety of factors that could potentially make your social media posts dangerous to the strength of your case. For example, posts are often publicly available,...
Study: Voice-activated devices can be distracting
New technology has made it possible for drivers to operate certain functions in their vehicles by simply speaking commands. Voice-activated technology is designed to minimize manual and visual distractions by allowing drivers to perform certain tasks, such as changing...
Are hands-free cellphones safe to use while driving?
Although it is still legal for you to talk and text on a hand-hand cellphone while driving in Massachusetts, these acts are prohibited in many other states. At least 20 states in the nation have banned drivers from using hand-held devices because they contribute to...
Teen drivers and motor vehicle accidents
When teens in Massachusetts pass their road tests, they are very excited about the independence a driver’s license imparts to them. However, with that privilege also comes an enormous amount of responsibility. It is important that parents or guardians of young...
Pit bull owners in denial over risk of dog bites, injuries
Pet owners often have deep connections with their four-legged friends. After all, as the old saying goes, dogs are man's best friend. While a dog might certainly be his or her owner's best friend, that same rule does not always apply to other people. Unfortunately,...
Trust matters in an injury case
Here at , LLP, we know that our clients' needs are the beginning and the end of what we do as personal injury and workers' compensation lawyers. We engage in constant study of the law, keeping up to date on procedure and statutory changes,...
Fireworks and traffic accidents
Over Memorial Day weekend, some people celebrated the holiday by getting together with family members, barbecuing and lighting off fireworks. Firework usage across the country will increase in the coming weeks as many people celebrate the Fourth of July. Fireworks,...
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