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5 Most Common Causes of Boat Accidents in Massachusetts

Published in Personal Injury on December 15, 2022

Reading Time: 3 minutes Imagine heading out on the water with a few friends in a boat for the weekend. Maybe you all want a small party where you share drinks and snacks, and you’re excited to catch up with a few acquaintances you haven’t seen in a few months. Suddenly, the boat driver slumps over from too many…

How to File a Claim for an Injury You Suffered While on Vacation on Cape Cod

Published in Personal Injury on August 18, 2022

Reading Time: 3 minutes Taking a vacation is meant to be a period of much needed relaxation. However, all too often vacations can become disastrous when an accident occurs and someone becomes injured. If you were injured while on vacation in Cape Cod, Massachusetts, it is crucial you understand your rights and how you can file a claim. At…

What’s the Difference Between Negligence and Gross Negligence Under Massachusetts Law?

Published in Personal Injury on August 11, 2022

Reading Time: 3 minutes If you have been involved in an accident caused by another party’s actions, you know how important it is to be able to prove negligence in your personal injury claim. When working with your personal injury lawyer to prove that the other party’s negligence led to your losses, you must understand the difference between negligence…

Staying Safe at Crowded Summer Concerts and Events in Boston

Published in Personal Injury on July 8, 2022

Reading Time: 3 minutes With summer comes the possibility of getting to see your favorite bands play live at a concert in Boston. While concerts can be an exhilarating and exciting experience for attendees, there is also a lot of opportunity for accidents to occur. If you have plans to see a summer concert in Boston, it is important…

What Is CTE?

Published in Personal Injury on February 8, 2022

Reading Time: 2 minutes You probably know that repetitive head trauma is not good for the brain. But did you know that repeated concussions can lead to a degenerative brain disease? This condition is called chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE), and it is known to cause devastation to the veterans, athletes, and other people it affects. This post will cover…

Delayed Concussion Symptoms

Published in Personal Injury on January 20, 2022

Reading Time: 3 minutes You may experience a range of symptoms in the weeks and months after a traumatic brain injury. Delayed and persistent symptoms after a concussion are normal. After brain trauma, your brain changes as your injury worsens, then heals. Here are some reasons you may experience delayed concussion symptoms. How Concussions Happen Your brain sits inside…

Breaking Down Attorney-Client Privilege: What it Means and How it Can Affect Your Case in Boston

Published in Personal Injury on December 21, 2021

Reading Time: 3 minutes Most people have heard of attorney-client privilege. They are familiar with the term thanks to criminal court cases on television or in movies. You might have even heard the concept extend to other cases, such as those involving car accidents or slip and falls. However, attorney-client privilege is not that simple. You need to know…

4 Reasons Why a Personal Injury Lawyer Will Not Take Your Case

Published in Personal Injury on November 18, 2021

Reading Time: 3 minutes If you have been injured in an accident that you believe resulted from someone else’s negligence, you may be able to recover compensation for your medical bills and other such losses. You can pursue said compensation by filing a personal injury insurance claim or lawsuit. It is highly advisable to schedule a free consultation with…

Who is a Third Party in a Personal Injury Claim?

Published in Personal Injury on October 6, 2021

Reading Time: 3 minutes Filing a third-party claim may involve filing insurance claims with another party’s insurance provider. Third-party claims may also be relevant in workplace accident claims. Filing a Claim with an Insurance Company After an Accident After a car accident, slip and fall accident, or another type of personal injury, you may file a claim with the…

What is a Tort Claim?

Published in Personal Injury on September 5, 2021

Reading Time: 2 minutes A tort is an act or omission that injures another. Torts give a victim the right to file an injury claim against their tortfeasor (the person who committed the tort and caused their injury). Most tort claims are based on negligence. However, these claims can also arise from intentional torts, such as battery and assault,…

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