Boston Car Accident Lawyer – Helping Car Accident Victims Throughout Massachusetts
Car crashes can leave you facing mounting medical bills, lost wages, and battles with insurance companies. If you or a loved one were injured in a motor vehicle accident anywhere in Boston, Dorchester, or across Massachusetts—whether it was a rear-end, T-bone, rideshare, motorcycle, or truck accident—you need experienced personal injury attorneys on your side.
At Gavagan Law, LLC, our Boston car accident lawyers handle every aspect of your auto accident claim to secure the financial compensation you deserve.
Do You Have a Car Accident Case?
Under Massachusetts law, any driver who fails to exercise reasonable care and causes a crash can be held liable for your damages. Whether you’ve been struck by a distracted motorist, injured in an Uber, or hit by a commercial truck, you may have a personal injury claim to recover:
- Medical expenses & future medical treatment costs
- Lost wages & loss of earning capacity
- Pain & suffering & non-economic damages
- Property damage (vehicle repairs, total loss)
- Emotional distress & trauma
Understanding Massachusetts Car Accident Claims
To succeed in your car accident case, four elements must be proven. As your trusted personal injury lawyers, Gavagan Law, LLC explains:
1. Duty of Care
Every driver on Massachusetts roads owes you a duty to drive safely—obeying speed limits, traffic signals, and maintaining proper lookout.
2. Breach of Duty
When a motorist drives negligently—drunk or distracted driving, speeding, or failing to yield—that breach causes collisions.
3. Causation & Damages
You must show the at-fault driver’s negligence directly caused your injuries. We gather your police report, medical records, and expert testimony to link the crash to your bodily injury.
Comparative Negligence in Massachusetts
Massachusetts applies modified comparative negligence: you can recover even if partly at fault, so long as you’re not over 50% to blame. Your award is reduced by your percentage of fault.
Common Types of Car Accidents in Massachusetts
Car accidents happen in many ways, and understanding the type of crash can help determine liability and compensation. Some of the most common types include:
- Rear-End Collisions (whiplash & neck strains)
- T-Bone (Side-Impact) Crashes at intersections
- Head-On Collisions (serious injuries & fatalities)
- Hit-and-Run Accidents (UM/UIM coverage issues)
- Rideshare Accidents (Uber, Lyft liability)
- Drunk & Drug-Impaired Driving
- Distracted Driving (texting, phone use)
- Pedestrian & Bicycle Collisions
- Commercial Truck Accidents
- Car Accidents on the Job (workers’ comp vs. tort)
Common Injuries After a Car Accident
- Whiplash & cervical strains
- Traumatic brain injuries (TBI) & concussions
- Back & spinal cord injuries
- Fractures (wrist, hip, leg)
- Torn rotator cuffs & shoulder injuries
- Soft tissue damage (ligaments, tendons)
- Internal organ injuries
- Emotional trauma & PTSD
- Wrongful death (fatal collisions)
What Compensation Can You Recover?
- Past & future medical costs (hospital bills, rehabilitation, physical therapy)
- Lost wages and loss of earning capacity
- Pain & suffering & emotional distress
- Property damage to your vehicle
- Permanent disability or scarring
- Punitive damages (in egregious cases)
What to Do After a Car Accident in Massachusetts
1. Call the Police & File a Report
– A formal crash report is essential evidence.
2. Seek Immediate Medical Attention
Even minor aches can signal serious injuries. Your treatment records strengthen your personal injury case.
3. Exchange Insurance Information
Get the at-fault driver’s name, insurance provider, and policy details.
4. Photograph the Scene
Document vehicle damage, skid marks, traffic signals, and road conditions.
5. Notify Your Insurer & File a PIP Claim
Protect your personal injury protection benefits.
6. Contact an Experienced Massachusetts Car Accident Attorney
Before you speak with insurance adjusters, call Gavagan Law, LLC for legal representation and a free consultation.
How We Help with Your Car Accident Claim
Our dedicated legal team at Gavagan Law, LLC leverages years of experience to:
- Maximize Your Insurance Claim – We handle PIP, UM/UIM, and BI policy negotiations so insurance companies can’t bury you with lowball offers.
- Gather & Preserve Evidence – From the accident scene photos and police report to medical records and expert reconstructions, we build a strong case.
- Calculate Full Damages – We work with your health care providers to ensure medical costs, therapy, and future care are fully accounted for.
- Trial-Ready Representation – If negotiations fail, our trial attorneys will take your case to court to pursue maximum compensation on a contingency fee basis.
Massachusetts Car Accident Laws You Should Know
Statute of Limitations
The statute of limitations for filing a car accident injury claim in Massachusetts is three (3) years from the date of the accident.
Personal Injury Protection (PIP) Insurance
Massachusetts is a no-fault state, meaning your own insurance company initially pays for medical bills and lost wages, regardless of fault. PIP typically covers up to $8,000 in benefits.
Uninsured & Underinsured Motorist Coverage
- Uninsured Motorist Coverage (UM) applies when the at-fault driver has no insurance or in hit-and-run cases.
- Underinsured Motorist Coverage (UIM) kicks in when the at-fault driver’s coverage is not enough to compensate for your injuries.
If the at-fault driver carries only minimum coverage ($20,000 per person / $40,000 per accident), your own UIM policy may be essential for additional compensation.
We also represent injury victims in:
- Motorcycle Accidents
- Pedestrian Accidents
- Slip and Fall Accidents
- Medical Malpractice
- Wrongful Death Cases
- Truck Accidents
Why Choose Gavagan Law for Your Car Accident Case?
- File and Maximize Your Auto Insurance Claim – We handle your Personal Injury Protection (PIP) benefits, pursue Uninsured/Underinsured Motorist (UM/UIM) coverage, and push insurance companies to pay every dollar you’re owed.
- Negotiate with Insurance Adjusters – We fight lowball offers and leverage our track record to secure full compensation for medical expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering, and property damage.
- Gather & Preserve Crucial Evidence – From police reports and accident-scene photographs to witness statements and expert reconstructions, we build a rock-solid Massachusetts car accident claim against the negligent driver.
- Provide Personalized Legal Guidance – As your dedicated Massachusetts car accident attorneys, we explain your rights, handle all paperwork and deadlines, and take care of insurer communications so you can focus on recovery.
- Deep Local Knowledge: Familiar with Boston, Dorchester, and Middlesex County courts and Massachusetts law.
- No Fee Unless We Win – You owe us nothing out of pocket. We only get paid when you do.
Don’t navigate the aftermath of a car crash alone—contact Gavagan Law, LLC today for a free consultation with a seasoned Boston personal injury lawyer, and let us fight to maximize your settlement. Call or reach out using our contact form.
Serving Car Accident Victims Throughout Massachusetts
Our Boston car accident lawyers represent clients in every city and town in Massachusetts:
- Greater Boston Area: Downtown Boston, Back Bay, South End, Dorchester, Southie, Roxbury, Brookline, Chelsea, Revere, Winthrop
- Boston Suburbs: Cambridge, Somerville, Medford, Arlington, Malden, Everett, Lynn, Newton, Waltham
- South Shore & Plymouth County: Quincy, Milton, Brockton, Plymouth, Hingham, Hanover, Cohasset
- Metro West & Central MA: Framingham, Natick, Marlborough, Worcester
- North Shore: Salem, Beverly, Lawrence, Gloucester, Haverhill
- Cape Cod & Islands: Provincetown, Barnstable County, Hyannis, Falmouth, Mashpee
- Western MA: Springfield, Pittsfield, Lenox
- South Coast MA: New Bedford, Fall River, Westport, Dartmouth