Driving side-by-side with a large commercial truck is so deeply rooted in our everyday commute that oftentimes we hardly think twice about it. Because of the size and weight of a truck, however, they can be some of the most dangerous vehicles we share the road with. Being in a truck’s blind spot can be …
Five Common Causes of Massachusetts Car Accidents
Driving is something so deeply rooted in our everyday routines that oftentimes we don’t think twice about it. If you’re not careful, however, driving can turn potentially dangerous in a heartbeat. In this blog, our Burlington car accident lawyer shares five common causes of car accidents:
Massachusetts Premises Liability and Injured Children
Children who are injured on another person’s property are given special treatment under Burlington premises liability law. While adult trespassers who are injured on another person’s property generally are not entitled to seek damages for their injuries, property owners may be liable for children’s injuries pursuant to the “attractive nuisance” doctrine.
The Car Accident Wasn’t Your Fault And You Shouldn’t Have To Pay
You have a perfect driving record because you are careful. You are the one who came to a full stop before the line at the traffic light. When the light turned green, you counted to three, looked left and right and left again, and proceeded into the intersection, but you didn’t stand a chance. He …
Winter in Boston Means Increase in Personal Injury Accidents
It’s common to see snow or ice-covered staircases this time of year. Most people do their best to clean their properties and keep thoroughfares safe. However, there are occasions when Massachusetts property owners fail to exercise their due diligence. Perhaps they waited too long to clear the area or didn’t clean it well enough. Maybe …
Massachusetts Safe Driving Law
An estimated 424,000 people in the United States were injured in distraction-related crashes last year. Approximately 3154 of those people sustained fatal injuries, 445 of which were related to cell phone use.
Choosing Your Criminal Defense Lawyer
When you have been accused of a crime, you need a defense attorney in order to help protect your rights. Even if you are guilty of committing the crime you have been accused of, it’s important that you receive quality counsel from a skilled criminal defense attorney. A skilled and successful lawyer can help you …
Slip and Fall Accidents and Massachusetts Legal Issues
Slip and fall accidents are usually something one would consider to be a problem only business owners face. However, in the state of Massachusetts, there are actually laws in place that every property owner should be aware of. These rules are also something that someone should understand if they suffer a slip and fall accident. …