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What Should I Wear to Court in Massachusetts?
Published in Personal Injury on December 28, 2020
Reading Time: 3 minutesWhen you go to court for a personal injury case, you are required to wear appropriate attire. However, what is considered proper attire for court? If this is your first time in a courtroom for a hearing or a trial, you may not be sure what to wear to court. Your personal injury lawyer will…
read moreWhat is a Lien on a Personal Injury Case?
Published in Personal Injury on December 26, 2020
Reading Time: 3 minutesMedical bills from a personal injury case can quickly total tens of thousands of dollars. Many accident victims do not have the money to pay medical bills. If they do not have health insurance to cover medical expenses, it can be frightening and overwhelming. Massachusetts law allows medical providers to place a medical lien on…
read moreHow Much Is My Personal Injury Claim Worth in Boston?
Published in Personal Injury on August 27, 2020
Reading Time: 3 minutesIt is understandable to wonder about the worth of your Boston personal injury claim. After all, the settlement or judgment award you may receive could determine your family’s future financial stability. After an accident in Boston that causes significant injuries and expensive losses, the only way to move forward may be to achieve a financial…
read moreCan I Sue After Signing a Waiver in Boston?
Published in Personal Injury on August 25, 2020
Reading Time: 3 minutesMany risky activities require participants to sign waivers of liability. Release of liability waivers protect the overarching organization from legal responsibility if a participant suffers an injury. If a foul ball hits a sports fan in the head during a baseball game, for example, the fan may not be able to sue the sports stadium…
read moreWhat Types of Lawsuits Might Come From COVID-19 Exposure?
Published in Personal Injury, Safety on July 7, 2020
Reading Time: 3 minutesOn top of the many physical and emotional concerns regarding the COVID-19/coronavirus pandemic are also legal issues. People from all over the world are filing COVID-19 lawsuits concerning travel and entertainment refunds, failed business contracts, employment issues, business interruptions, medical negligence, pandemic avoidance, and more. If you believe you have a lawsuit or class action…
read moreHow to Win a Wrongful Death Claim in Massachusetts
Published in Personal Injury on July 7, 2020
Reading Time: 3 minutesWrongful death is the loss of life due to another person’s tort, misconduct, negligence or wrongdoing. A wrongful death claim is a civil lawsuit that seeks to hold the at-fault party accountable for the deceased person’s death. Certain family members in Massachusetts could receive compensation after an executor or administrator of the decedent files a…
read moreWhat Are Common Apartment Accident Injuries in Boston?
Published in Personal Injury, Safety on June 15, 2020
Reading Time: 3 minutesIt is typical to feel safe and secure in your apartment building. As a renter, you have the legal right to expect reasonable care by your landlord, building owner or management company. Reasonable care means an expectation that your landlord will regularly inspect the premises for hazards, repair known issues and respond promptly to tenant…
read moreHow to Negotiate an Injury Insurance Settlement in Massachusetts?
Published in Personal Injury on June 14, 2020
Reading Time: 3 minutesOne of the most important steps in the process of obtaining financial compensation for your injuries and losses during a civil suit is negotiating an insurance settlement. The settlement is the agreement you come to with an insurance company regarding how much money it will give you for the damages you have from an accident….
read moreIs My Landlord Liable for My Accident in My Apartment in Massachusetts?
Published in Personal Injury on May 11, 2020
Reading Time: 3 minutesYour apartment might be the last place you expect to suffer a serious personal injury. If your home contains a dangerous defect, however, such as a gas leak or a faulty staircase, you could end up in the hospital with life-altering injuries. Whether your landlord is or is not liable for an accident in your…
read moreIs a Bystander Claim Derivative in Massachusetts?
Published in Personal Injury on May 4, 2020
Reading Time: 3 minutesA traumatic or catastrophic accident might not only affect the direct victim but also anyone who witnessed the event. Witnessing a tragic accident such as a car crash or dog attack could also lead to injuries, including emotional distress and mental anguish. In Massachusetts, it may be possible for a bystander who witnessed an accident…
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