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 involved in a car accident, a fall on an icy sidewalk, or a slip and fall in a grocery store, understanding how a Chapter 13 bankruptcy can impact your personal […]
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Personal injury
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 environment in reasonably safe condition. However, unsafe conditions due to negligent property owners can lead to severe injuries, including broken bones, traumatic brain injuries, and spinal cord injuries. Accidents occur
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Premises Liability, Slip and Fall Accidents
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 marble slabs can be dangerous. Employees, contractors, and consumers have been injured and even killed by improper storage of granite and marble countertop slabs. Shoppers are often invited to browse
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Construction Site Accidents, Premises Liability
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 dignity and compassion. Regrettably, instances of elder abuse and neglect are not uncommon, leading to serious injuries, medical bills, and unfortunately sometimes wrongful death. These injuries, including fall accidents and
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Nursing Home Negligence
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 around the city for work, get to and from the airport, or travel safely on a night out on the town. As independent contractors, these drivers are often multitasking, using
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Car Accident
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 for any injuries caused. The injured person does not need to prove the dog owner’s negligence, or prove they had knowledge of the dog’s dangerous propensities. While this statute forms
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Dog Bites
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) governs your claim. The FTCA allows victims of accidents caused by Federal Government employees to file lawsuits against the federal government. Unlike a typical personal injury claim against a private
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Car Accident, Personal injury
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 bicycle dooring accident. A Bicycle dooring accident occurs when a car door is opened, obstructing the path of an oncoming bike rider, who may or may not be in a
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Bicycle Accidents
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 of Consortium. What is Loss of Consortium? When a family member is seriously injured, and it affects another family member’s quality of life in terms of their relationship with the
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Loss of Consortium, Personal injury
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 ever. This article focuses on essential bicycle safety measures and legal guidelines to navigate in case of a bicycle accident. Common Causes of Bicycle Accidents Bicycle accidents in Boston often
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Bicycle Accidents
