BRAINTREE, MASSACHUSETTS (December 17, 2025) – Two people were injured in a Braintree MBTA The Ride van accident at the intersection of Granite Street and West Street.
Braintree officials are saying that the accident took place on December 15. The MBTA van was involved in a collision with at least one other vehicle.
Paramedics were called to the scene of the collision to help all of the victims. Two people were transported to the hospital to receive treatment.
A full investigation into the collision remains ongoing at this time.
Understanding Liability for Braintree Car Accidents
All drivers in Massachusetts must exercise due care to avoid collisions. Many accidents involve drivers that make dangerous left turns. Pursuant to M.G.L. c. 89 § 4A, “When any way has been divided into lanes, the driver of a vehicle shall so drive that the vehicle shall be entirely within a single lane, and he shall not move from the lane in which he is driving until he has first ascertained if such movement can be made with safety.” Drivers should take several steps to avoid collisions at intersections.
- Blind Spots: Drivers should check their blind spots before turning at an intersection.
- Horn: Drivers should use their horn when necessary to alert other drivers of their presence.
- Scanning: Drivers should continuously scan the road ahead of them to be able to see potential hazards.
If a driver turns into the path of another vehicle, this could form the basis of a negligence claim. Depending on the facts of any case, there could be numerous sources of liability for a collision. For example, a municipal entity or private company could be liable for a collision if one of their drivers acted negligently. In general, employers can be liable for the wrongful actions of their workers who were operating within the course and scope of their job duties.
Common Injuries Associated With Massachusetts Car Accidents
A number of people are seriously injured or killed every year in car accidents across Massachusetts. According to the Massachusetts Department of Public Health, “There were 4,772 unintentional-related injury deaths to Massachusetts residents, or about 13 unintentional injury deaths every day.” Accident victims tend to suffer a variety of injuries.
- Broken Bones: The force of an impact can cause major fractures in a person’s body, especially in their wrists.
- Head Injuries: If a person hits their head on something within a vehicle, this could cause them to suffer a traumatic brain injury.
- Lacerations: Victims of car accidents routinely sustain major lacerations.
- Internal injuries: Many of the injuries associated with a car accident will not be immediately obvious. In particular, victims may sustain damage to their internal organs.
Even if a person is able to heal from all of their physical injuries, it is relatively common for people to suffer long-term psychological injuries after a crash. These injuries can manifest through anxiety and post-traumatic stress disorder. It is important for accident victims to understand that they do have legal rights. They are able to seek some measure of accountability through a personal injury claim.
Investigating Braintree Car Accidents
DiBella Law extends our best wishes to all of the people injured in this Braintree car accident. It is our sincere hope that they will be able to make a full recovery. Any person that may have more information about what happened should reach out to the police.
Have you or someone that you care about been injured in a Massachusetts car accident? Our team of experienced Boston car accident attorneys is here for you. We are committed to helping victims understand their rights and protecting those rights through skilled advocacy. Whether you just have legal questions or need any other type of assistance, we are here to serve your needs. You can contact us anytime at (617) 870-0907.