Massachusetts Top 10 Dangerous Roads and Intersections
Motor vehicle accidents are a serious safety concern in Massachusetts, no matter where you live. According to the Massachusetts State Highway Safety Report, motor vehicle crashes caused 334 fatalities and 2,725 serious injuries in a recent year. Additional research from the Massachusetts Department of Transportation shows that the worst Plymouth County intersection is in Brockton,…
Read MoreSeven Mistakes That Could Affect Your Personal Injury Claim
If you’ve been injured due to somebody else’s negligence or recklessness, you deserve financial compensation from that at-fault party and their insurer. That’s easy to say, but if you’ve never pursued a personal injury case before, you might make mistakes that could affect the success of your claim or lower the compensation you ultimately receive.…
Read MoreFour Ways to Increase Your Personal Injury Settlement
A sudden injury can turn your life upside down in seconds. In addition to the pain, you may be looking at expensive medical bills, time off work, and no promises for a complete recovery. If you were hurt in an accident that is someone else fault, Massachusetts law allows you to seek compensation from them…
Read MoreWhat Does a Sealed Record Mean in Massachusetts?
A criminal conviction could follow you for years. It can affect your ability to get a job, find housing, or get a loan — not to mention damaging your personal and professional reputation. Sealing your record, also known as your criminal offender record information (CORI), means you are making those records inaccessible to most people…
Read MoreHow Can I Know If I’m Being Charged with a Crime?
If law enforcement suspects you have committed a crime, an investigation might take place before charges are filed. It’s important to note that being investigated is not the same thing as being formally charged with a crime. Furthermore, law enforcement officials have no legal obligation to let you know ahead of time when they plan…
Read MoreWhat Are the Three Types of Damages in Personal Injury Claims?
Recovering from a major injury leaves many accident victims facing significant financial hardships. Sky-high medical bills, coupled with reduced income and other losses, can make it difficult to make ends meet. If you were in an accident caused by someone else, filing a personal injury claim could help you recoup your losses and improve your…
Read MoreHow Much Is My Personal Injury Case Worth?
One of the most common questions our law firm receives is, “How much is my case worth?” Unfortunately, there is not a clear-cut answer to this question. This is because every case is different and may involve multiple variables that affect the personal injury claim’s value, such as the type of damages you experience and…
Read MoreIs Domestic Violence a Felony in Massachusetts?
In Massachusetts, domestic violence crimes are those which are committed against certain family or household members. These crimes include any felony or misdemeanor that constitutes domestic abuse, or domestic assault and battery. Massachusetts introduced a law that distinguishes domestic assault and battery from other types of assault and battery and creates strict penalties for domestic…
Read MoreWhat Do Criminal Defense Lawyers Do?
Being charged with a crime puts your life, liberty, and reputation on the line. With so much at stake, getting the help of an experienced criminal defense lawyer is critical to ensure that you are treated fairly by the justice system. But what exactly does a criminal defense lawyer in Massachusetts do? Put simply, a…
Read MoreHow Long Do I Have to File a Personal Injury Claim in Massachusetts?
Every state has a time limit to file a personal injury claim. This deadline is called the statute of limitations. Filing a claim before the statute of limitations expires is critical if you’re seeking compensation in Massachusetts. Fail to meet the deadline, and you could lose your right to compensation forever. Understanding the statute of…
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