Posts by The Law Offices of Gerald J. Noonan
What to Do After a Car Accident That’s Not Your Fault
Massachusetts ranks as one of the safest states for drivers in the nation. In one recent year, 5.1 traffic fatalities per 100,000 people took place in the Bay State. The only state that had a better rate was New York, with five fatalities per 100,000. However, the news is not all good. Drivers in more heavily populated…
Read MoreHow to Find a Personal Injury Lawyer
Unintentional injuries are the leading cause of death for people ages one to 44. The CDC reports that nearly 40 million people visit the doctor every year because of accidental injuries. While some of these injuries are unavoidable, thousands of accidents every day leave victims injured because of someone else’s negligence. When you or someone you…
Read MoreThe Dangers of Road Rage
Recently, a 22-year-old man and his family came under gunfire after a road rage incident led to his truck tire being shot. The incident occurred when the family was headed to lunch. The victim of the incident stated that, on the way to the restaurant, a driver in a Lexus IS 300 drove alongside his…
Read MoreAll About Reckless Driving
Reckless driving is one of the most serious threats to driver and passenger safety on Massachusetts roadways. Whether speeding, ignoring road hazards or other drivers, or simply driving in an aggressive manner with the intent to intimidate, reckless drivers cause substantial injuries to those unfortunate drivers who find themselves sharing the road. What exactly is…
Read MoreWhat Happens After a Tow Truck Accident?
Typically, when you picture a tow truck, you think about it coming to help a driver in distress. Perhaps you’ve found yourself stranded at the side of the road because a lack of gas or mechanical failure left your car unable to operate safely, or maybe you had enough luck to get stuck in a…
Read MoreThe Hazards of Tanker Truck Accidents
Any type of truck accident poses a substantial hazard to everyone sharing the road with the truck driver. Tanker trucks, however, pose unique hazards. Often, tanker trucks carry hazardous liquids and chemicals. If the tank cracks, it can spill those chemicals over the road, impacting victims in the accident, as well as individuals responsible for rescue and cleanup.…
Read MoreThe Aftermath of Truck Rollover Accidents
Rollover truck accidents can cause serious injuries to vehicle occupants. Not only do occupants suffer exposure to a high degree of force, crumpling metal, and cracked windshields in a rollover, they may suffer injuries as loose items in the car fly around uncontrolled. When big trucks lose control and suffer rollovers, on the other hand, it can cause even…
Read MoreHow to Choose a Brain Injury Lawyer
Take These Three Important Steps After a traumatic brain injury, your life will change, often in permanent and unexpected ways. You may experience personality changes, difficulty remembering things, or processing difficulties alongside changes in sensory perception and difficulty with emotional regulation—in short, a long list of symptoms that leave you frustrated. Not only that, the cost…
Read MoreDefective Staircases in Apartments and Landlord Liability
According to the National Floor Safety Institute, 40 percent of falls in the United States are from an elevated area, such as a staircase. Falls account for nearly eight million hospital emergency room visits each year and are one of the leading causes of missed days from work. Consider this: you’ve fallen down the stairs at your…
Read MoreFive Massachusetts Daycare Companies
In today’s society of two-parent incomes, it seems like daycares necessary for parents across the nation. Indeed, the National Center for Education Statistics reports that an estimated 13 million children are enrolled in daycare in America. When a parent leaves a child at a daycare facility, they expect their child will be kept safe. Because…
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