Massachusetts Personal Injury Legal Blog
Information about birth injuries
Expecting parents always wish the best for the birth of their baby and their expectations are that the baby will be born healthy and free of injuries. Unfortunately, some births have complications and the baby suffers some type of injury. Some of these are...
2 common car accident injuries
A car crash happens, and life changes in an instant. Aside from the apparent damage to the car, the body needs some serious time and attention to heal. When the events of a crash end, the occupants of the vehicles may feel fine. As the hours go by, however, aches and...
How helpful is hands-free technology?
Massachusetts residents rely on hands-free technology to keep them safe on the road. But studies show conflicting information. Some state that hands-free technology helps cut down on the chances of crashing. Others state that hands-free technology does very little to...
Vehicular homicide versus vehicular manslaughter
Vehicles can be dangerous weapons when they are in the hands of individuals who are driving drunk, distracted or under the influence of a controlled substance. The National Safety Council notes that pedestrians are particularly vulnerable to injury or death when...
Take precautions in icy conditions
January means the Massachusetts winter is in full swing, from the below freezing temperatures to sleet and snow making road, sidewalk and parking lot conditions sloppy. While a slip and fall on a patch of ice may wind up as an embarrassing story, it could also result...
Can you work while on Social Security disability?
When successfully approved for Social Security disability benefits, you cannot return to your former work position in Massachusetts, right? At least, not if you hope to continue receiving benefits. To help dispel any misinformation you may harbor about the situation,...
How does the SSA make a disability determination?
Social Security Disability benefits are notorious for being difficult to get. The Social Security Administration is very strict about approving applications. The strictest part of the process is determining if you have an eligible disability. The Social Security...
PIP and TBI
Insurance law in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts is slightly different than it is in most of the other states. One prominent example is the presence of personal injury protection requirements for drivers. Requiring this type of insurance classifies Massachusetts as...
4 types of winter driving that may cause a serious crash
Whether you want to visit a skating rink, sled with your kids or simply look at some beautiful views, Eastern Massachusetts is a wonderful place to spend the winter. Still, roads in and around Andover can quickly turn dangerous when the mercury plummets. If you are...
When should I look for a new doctor?
Your doctor is your partner in maintaining good health, so it's important that he or she is attentive to your needs. When doctors provide poor care patients are directly impacted, either by misdiagnosis, incorrect treatment, or neglect of a serious medical issue....
