The great winter storm that struck Massachusetts this holiday season left many suffering from record snowfall and bitter cold. Shoveling snow in these weather conditions can be miserable or even dangerous. Still, if you live in North Andover, you are responsible for...
Year: 2022
Address these three things when dealing with a multi-car wreck
Many car accident cases are straightforward. They involve two vehicles with one of them clearly violating the law and being solely responsible for the wreck. In other instances, though, multiple cars are involved in a crash, with everyone pointing fingers at each...
Risky driving behavior increases in Massachusetts
After three years of consistent decline, risky driving behavior is again on the rise in the Northeast and across the country. Drivers are also engaging in driving behavior they admit is dangerous. Risky behaviors Crashes are the leading cause of death in this country...
Do I have a medical malpractice case?
This is a question asked by hundreds, if not thousands, of people across the country every day. Medical errors with disastrous consequences are not uncommon, in Massachusetts as well as in the rest of the country. However, proving that those errors happened at the...
How Social Security Disability interacts with workers’ compensation
Social Security Disability Insurance and workers' compensation are two programs that can provide benefits for people who are no longer able to work for a living due to an injury. Technically, a person could receive benefits from both programs at the same time....
Cost-of-living adjustment and SGA impacting SSD benefits
Whether you just started your career or you are well established in your field, you likely did not expect that one day you would not be able to work due to an injury or illness. Thus, you are probably unfamiliar with the process of filing for Social Security...
Common causes of escalator accidents
Escalators in this country make 105 billion passenger trips each year. But these people movers can cause serious accidents. Widespread use Escalators move people quickly from floor to floor in buildings in greater numbers and frequency than elevators. But their speed,...
A recent fatal wreck warns of accident dangers
New England falls and winters have a reputation for their picturesque beauty. When out on the trails, you can truly take in the sight of the changing leaves and snowfall. But, if you have somewhere to go, whether it be work, home, errands or vacation, the beauty of...
Surgical errors are one form of medical negligence
Due to the life-or-death nature of their work, surgeons are some of the most highly trained professionals in the medical industry. However, even after years of education and hours of practice, surgeons can still make mistakes. Some of the most common surgical errors...
Preparing to apply for Social Security Disability benefits
You may believe you qualify for Social Security Disability benefits but beginning the application process can seem daunting. It is true that the process can be complex and sometimes confusing but preparing your information and documents before applying will help....