Personal Injury Blog & Legal Insights

At Gavagan Law, LLC, based in Boston and serving all of Massachusetts, we understand how overwhelming it can be to deal with an injury. That…

If you’ve suffered serious injuries in a motor vehicle accident in Massachusetts—whether as a driver, passenger, pedestrian, or cyclist—understanding underinsured motorist (UIM) coverage and uninsured…

Visiting an amusement park, water park, or carnival should be a fun and thrilling experience. However, accidents can happen, resulting in serious injuries or even…

Personal injury cases can be complex and time-consuming, often leaving the injured party struggling to recover the compensation they deserve for their medical expenses, lost…

As a renter in Massachusetts, ensuring your living environment is safe and secure should be a top priority. This post delves into a case where…

Unfortunately, pedestrian accidents are on the rise in big cities such as Boston.  This guide delves into pedestrian accidents in Massachusetts, including the most dangerous…

Motorcycle accidents can lead to serious injuries, extensive medical treatment, medical bills, and lost wages due to a prolonged recovery.  Tragically, these accidents occur because…

In Massachusetts cities and towns, pedestrian accidents involving motor vehicles are a significant concern, especially in busy areas like Cambridge, Somerville, Dorchester, Brookline, and the surrounding…

Navigating Massachusetts roads is a daily necessity for many workers including delivery drivers, tractor-trailer operators, truck drivers, shipping companies, sales representatives, home healthcare providers, and…

In Massachusetts, if you’re a worker and you’ve sustained an injury while on the job, understanding the legal protections and options at your disposal is…

In Massachusetts, the standards for skilled nursing and rehabilitation facilities and nursing homes is particularly stringent, a testament to the seriousness with which we approach…

Navigating the icy roads of personal injury law in the Greater Boston Area can be as treacherous as a New England winter. Whether you’ve been…

In Massachusetts, when you legally step onto someone else’s property, whether it’s a commercial property, municipal building, or private residence, you expect a reasonably safe…

Stone slabs like marble and granite offer attractive and popular options for bathrooms, kitchens, and other countertop surfaces, but shopping for and working around these…

When we place our elderly parents or loved ones in nursing homes or long-term care facilities, we expect that they will be looked after with…

Rideshare car accidents involving an Uber driver or Lyft driver, are common in Boston, Massachusetts.  Residents and visitors of Boston use ridesharing services to get…

In Massachusetts, victims of dog bites or attacks primarily seek compensation through the state’s strict liability statute, which holds the owner of the dog responsible…

The Federal Tort Claims Act (FTCA) When you’re involved in an accident with a USPS vehicle or Postal Truck, the Federal Tort Claims Act (FTCA)…

What is Bicycle Dooring? Navigating the busy streets of Boston by bicycle brings with it certain risks, one of which is the peril of a…

When a loved one suffers an injury in Massachusetts, it doesn’t just affect them; the impact reverberates through the family. Enter the concept of Loss…

With the increasing number of cyclists in the City of Boston, understanding the risks of bike riding and your legal rights is more important than…

Navigating the complexities of car insurance after an car accident in Massachusetts, a no-fault insurance state, can be daunting. This article aims to demystify the…

Too often, individuals suffer serious and disabling injuries as a result of a vehicle related accident, but the person or business responsible does not carry…

In the winter months of New England, especially in Massachusetts, slip and fall accidents in parking lots, on private property, and at places like grocery…

Property Owners and Contractors in Massachusetts Liable for Injuries Caused by Building Code Violations In Massachusetts, property owners, business owners, and contractors are legally responsible…

If your special needs child in Massachusetts was injured in an accident and was awarded a personal injury settlement, you may be wondering if they…