On behalf of Connell & Foresta | Oct 5, 2020 | Motor Vehicle Accidents
Because tile and concrete floors are inexpensive and easy to clean, many stores have them. If there is some accumulated water on these types of floors, though, you may sustain a serious injury in a slip-and-fall accident. Fortunately, you may be able to pursue...
On behalf of Connell & Foresta | Aug 24, 2020 | Motor Vehicle Accidents
Some days, the posted speed limits on the road feel more like suggestions than actual law – especially if you’re running late or the streets are otherwise empty. However, speed limits aren’t just arbitrary numbers. Cities and states must consider several factors...
On behalf of Connell & Foresta | Aug 21, 2020 | Motor Vehicle Accidents
Distracted driving has become a scourge on roadways throughout the country. It is one of the leading factors contributing to accidents, both non-fatal and fatal. Most people think that texting while driving is the most common form of distracted driving, but this is a...
On behalf of Connell & Foresta | Aug 19, 2020 | Motor Vehicle Accidents
Many people believe they can keep themselves awake if they need to. But the reality is, sleep is an incredibly powerful biological drive that can overtake even when you are actively resisting. It may seem harmless to get behind the wheel when you’re feeling sleepy,...
On behalf of Connell & Foresta | Aug 14, 2020 | Motor Vehicle Accidents
Massachusetts drivers take a lot of pride in doing things well. From clam chowder to baseball, residents of the Bay State set the American example for commitment and quality. These ideals extend to driving as well. According to a 2020 study by AutoInsurance.org...
On behalf of Connell & Foresta | Aug 14, 2020 | Motor Vehicle Accidents
Back on Feb. 23, Massachusetts’ new law banning the use of handheld devices while driving went into effect. From then until July 23, state troopers issued a total of 1,826 tickets or warnings for distracted driving. The real question is, has the law done...
On behalf of Connell & Foresta | May 12, 2020 | Motor Vehicle Accidents
Car accidents may happen for a variety of reasons, including distracted or drunk driving, but what kind of consequences do victims face when speeding is the cause? The National Highway Traffic Safety Commission notes that speeding killed over 9,000 people in 2018 and...
On behalf of Connell & Foresta | Apr 30, 2020 | Motor Vehicle Accidents
A motor vehicle accident may result in catastrophic injuries. The problem with car accidents is that some of these injuries do not manifest with symptoms until hours or days after the initial accident. To be on the safe side, KTAR News offers some of the most commonly...
On behalf of Connell & Foresta | Apr 15, 2020 | Motor Vehicle Accidents
If you are someone who does not like to drive after dark, then you are not alone because many people feel this way. One of the reasons for this is probably because you do not feel safe. This is completely justified since the National Safety Council states that...
On behalf of Connell & Foresta | Mar 20, 2020 | Motor Vehicle Accidents
Distracted driving is a large concern for people on the roads in Massachusetts and throughout the U.S. Accidents occur every day where a driver has failed to stop at a traffic light or crossed a center line due to paying attention to a mobile device or sending a text....
