After getting into a crash, it is common to suffer from head or brain trauma. Many sufferers also complain about memory loss or damage. But just how long does damage to the memory last? Is it something that clears up on its own, or is it a lifetime affair? Why it is...
Motor Vehicle Accidents
Massachusetts drunk driving deaths outpace national average
Massachusetts residents should know that driving while drunk exposes themselves and others to serious dangers. In addition, people convicted of drunk driving offenses may lose their driving privileges, spend time in jail and pay high fines. Sadly, those realities seem...
How to document damage following a car crash
No one gets into their cars thinking they may wind up in a crash that day, but it is a risk you face every time you get behind the wheel in Massachusetts. Planning ahead may work wonders if you wind up in court or have to prove that the crash was someone else’s fault....
Take these 3 photographs after a slip or fall
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...
The real cost of speeding
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...
Using GPS while driving? Think again—it’s dangerous
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...
The dangers of driving drowsy
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,...
Keep Massachusetts roads safe by increasing motorcycle awareness
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...
Massachusetts’ anti-distracted driving law: is it making a difference?
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 anything for...
How does speed impact the effects of a car crash?
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...