Personal Injury
How Long Do I Have to Seek Medical Care After an Accident?
One of the most common mistakes people make after a car accident is to decline medical attention at the scene. Many collision-related injuries have a delayed onset or could be masked by the shock and adrenaline that you feel after the crash. But refusing medical treatment could make it difficult for you to obtain full…
Read MoreSeven Mistakes That Could Affect Your Personal Injury Claim
If you’ve been injured due to somebody else’s negligence or recklessness, you deserve financial compensation from that at-fault party and their insurer. That’s easy to say, but if you’ve never pursued a personal injury case before, you might make mistakes that could affect the success of your claim or lower the compensation you ultimately receive.…
Read MoreFour Ways to Increase Your Personal Injury Settlement
A sudden injury can turn your life upside down in seconds. In addition to the pain, you may be looking at expensive medical bills, time off work, and no promises for a complete recovery. If you were hurt in an accident that is someone else fault, Massachusetts law allows you to seek compensation from them…
Read MoreWhat Are the Three Types of Damages in Personal Injury Claims?
Recovering from a major injury leaves many accident victims facing significant financial hardships. Sky-high medical bills, coupled with reduced income and other losses, can make it difficult to make ends meet. If you were in an accident caused by someone else, filing a personal injury claim could help you recoup your losses and improve your…
Read MoreHow Much Is My Personal Injury Case Worth?
One of the most common questions our law firm receives is, “How much is my case worth?” Unfortunately, there is not a clear-cut answer to this question. This is because every case is different and may involve multiple variables that affect the personal injury claim’s value, such as the type of damages you experience and…
Read MoreHow Long Do I Have to File a Personal Injury Claim in Massachusetts?
Every state has a time limit to file a personal injury claim. This deadline is called the statute of limitations. Filing a claim before the statute of limitations expires is critical if you’re seeking compensation in Massachusetts. Fail to meet the deadline, and you could lose your right to compensation forever. Understanding the statute of…
Read MoreWhat Happens in a Personal Injury Lawsuit?
Most personal injury claims resolve in settlements between the victim and the at-fault party. But negotiations sometimes break down. If you’re unable to reach a full and fair settlement agreement, the next choice to cover your losses may be to pursue a personal injury lawsuit. You’ll benefit from getting advice from an experienced attorney before…
Read MoreWhat Is a Jackknife Truck Accident?
Nationwide, large commercial trucks were involved in 4,327 fatal crashes and 344,000 injury-causing crashes in the most recent year for which statistics are available, according to the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA). Large commercial trucks are prone to one of the deadliest types of accidents, a jackknife. Jackknife accidents occur when part of a tractor-trailer…
Read MoreBaby Proofing Your House to Keep Your Little Ones Safe
According to the National Safety Council, over one-third of child injuries and deaths occur at home. While this subject was once a sort of taboo, many child deaths that occurred in the home have been the subject of closer scrutiny in previous years. Recent movements within the parenting sphere, however, have changed families’ openness to discussing this…
Read MoreWhat to do After an Accident Injury
5 Important Steps for Protecting Your Best Interests An accident is a sudden and traumatic event that can leave you feeling confused and frightened. The steps you take immediately following an accident can greatly impact your future. Knowing what to do—and what not to do—is important for protecting your best interests. If you experienced serious…
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