Daylight Saving Car Accident Stats
One out of every three adults in the United States does not get enough sleep, according to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC). Daylight saving time can further interfere with sleep as people get out of their routine because of adjusted clocks. This sleep deprivation can lead to drowsy driving and more crashes. Daylight Saving…
Read MoreTimeline of a Personal Injury Case
After an accident, you may be facing painful injuries and time off work. You may be dealing with an insurer who offers you far less compensation than you deserve or who denies your claim altogether. At times like this, life can feel overwhelming. But the right lawyer can take the stress and worry of a…
Read MoreWhat Happens If I Get in a Car Accident in a Company Car?
If you’ve been hurt in an accident while driving a company car, you may have many questions. Who’s liable for the accident? Is an employer liable for an employee’s car accident? If someone else is to blame, how do you get the compensation you deserve? At the Law Offices of Gerald J. Noonan, we understand…
Read MoreWhy You Should Take Photos after a Car Accident
Collecting fresh evidence is essential after a car accident. Some of the most important proof that you can gather are photographs and videos of the crash scene. Visual evidence helps tell the story of the collision and demonstrate its aftermath. It’s also some of the most compelling evidence and difficult for the at-fault party to…
Read MoreHow Long Do I Have to Seek Medical Care After an Accident?
One of the most common mistakes people make after a car accident is to decline medical attention at the scene. Many collision-related injuries have a delayed onset or could be masked by the shock and adrenaline that you feel after the crash. But refusing medical treatment could make it difficult for you to obtain full…
Read MoreIs an Accident a Criminal or Civil Case?
If you were involved in a Massachusetts car accident caused by another driver, you’re probably wondering what happens next. Do you press criminal charges? Does the crash qualify for a civil or criminal action when police are called to the accident scene? What is a civil action, anyways? At The Law Offices of Gerald J.…
Read MoreMassachusetts 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…
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