Whether it is your first pregnancy or not, bringing a child into the world is an exciting event. While not all pregnancies are easy, expecting mothers rely on the medical opinions of their doctors to help them achieve a healthy pregnancy and birth of their child....
Year: 2022
Survivors’ benefits in Massachusetts
When the ultimate tragedy befalls a worker as a result of an on-the-job accident, families and loved ones ensure unspeakable hardship. Massachusetts law provides financial benefits for survivors and qualified dependents. As a recent court case shows, however,...
Insurers look for reasons to deny claims
Car accidents take us by surprise. However, the one thing that all drivers expect after an accident is that their insurance company will have their back. Unfortunately, there are ways that we may invalidate or void our own car insurance policies, or at least, things...
What should happen after a car crash?
There are at least 6 million vehicle crashes each year in this country. It is important to have an idea on what to do because of the fear, confusion and trauma that may accompany these accidents. Safety first Addressing safety at the accident scene is your first...
How can motorists safely share the road with bicyclists?
Bicycling is a popular activity that has seen a boom over the past few years. And although cities are constructing more bike lanes and trails, motor vehicle accidents involving bicyclists are on the rise. Fortunately, there are ways motorists can safely share the road...
What is a lump sum agreement?
When you are injured at work or contract an illness from your duties, workers’ compensation is there to help support you and make up for some of your lost income. But it can feel like your employer, and their insurance company, do not have your best interests in mind....
Can I receive benefits for a work-related RSI?
Massachusetts workers suffer injuries in many workplace environments, at construction sites and hospital or office settings, or in transportation-related work. While people often think of injury as a single occurrence such as a fall, trip, or other specific incident,...
What if my child is injured while in daycare?
Massachusetts parents have busy lives. Both parents typically hold full-time jobs, making daycare a necessity. Bringing your children to daycare can be stressful, as you hope they have the best experience possible and are being properly cared for. Daycares have a...
How common are slip and fall injuries?
When someone falls and does not get hurt, people often laugh. However, many falls are no laughing matter. One out of every five falls results in a serious injury. Older adults are particularly vulnerable, but anyone can suffer a serious slip and fall injury. Common...
Does Massachusetts have the worst drivers?
The running joke throughout New England is that the worst drivers are in Boston, period. We will argue against anyone claiming Los Angeles, New York or Washington, D.C., have the worst drivers. Indeed, just a quick look online shows thousands of videos of bad Boston...