How Expert Testimony Can Make or Break a Brain Injury Case in MA

Traumatic brain injuries are some of the most devastating injuries an accident victim can suffer. Moderate and severe injuries can leave victims struggling to communicate, ambulate independently, regulate their emotions, or maintain cognitive function. Severe cases often leave victims with permanent limitations that keep them out of the workforce and physically dependent on loved ones…

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Common Driver Excuses in Pedestrian Accidents–and How to Disprove Them

When a driver is involved in a pedestrian accident in Massachusetts, it doesn’t take long for the excuses to start coming. Even though drivers are required to use reasonable care (due care) and comply with Massachusetts right-of-way and speed/safety laws to avoid hitting pedestrians, many still feel a little too comfortable pointing the finger at…

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Who’s At Fault for a Fall on an Icy Sidewalk?

Every Massachusetts winter brings the same weather hazards – snowstorms, freeze-thaw cycles, black ice, and sidewalks that are nearly impossible to navigate. Slip-and-fall accidents on icy sidewalks are commonly reported as the temperatures drop, but whose responsibility are those accidents? Before you can demand compensation for an injury caused by someone else’s poorly maintained sidewalk,…

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Massachusetts Lawyers Weekly Recognizes the Law Offices of Gerald J. Noonan as a 2025 Best Family-Led Law Firm

We’re excited to announce that the Law Offices of Gerald J. Noonan made Massachusetts Lawyers Weekly’s list of the Best Family-Led Law Firms in Massachusetts for 2025. Lawyers Weekly publications reach legal professionals across the country, and this is a respected honor at the statewide and regional levels. The award celebrates family-led firms that are…

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The Hidden Dangers of Electric Vehicles

Switching to electric vehicles (EVs) might seem smart for our communities, especially if you want to lower pollution. However, electric cars come with different safety issues that don’t always get the attention they deserve. For people walking, riding bikes, or driving nearby, there are risks that need to be considered. If you ever get hurt…

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Understanding Non-Economic Damages

After the shock of a car accident caused by someone else’s negligence, you’ll likely have to deal with insurance companies, confusing paperwork, and unexpected problems at work or home. Many people focus on the bills and lost wages. However, the impact of a crash isn’t always found on a receipt or pay stub. Non-economic damages…

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How “Open and Obvious” Defenses Work in MA Slip and Fall Cases

Slip and fall accidents can leave you with serious injuries, expensive medical bills, and a long recovery. In Massachusetts, if you file a premises liability claim, one of the first defenses a property owner might raise is that the hazard you slipped on was “open and obvious.” On the surface, that might sound reasonable: if…

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