Every parent fears that their child will become involved in a serious car crash. Despite every driver's desire to avoid hitting another person -- especially a young child -- these accidents unfortunately do happen.. At the same time, the law has systems in place to...
Year: 2012
Wrongful death action may ease economic burden of family members
The loss of a loved one can lead to economic stress for surviving family members. A wrongful death suit may help them recover some of those costs during a difficult time. A neighboring Norton woman, a member of the Massachusetts National Guard, was killed recently...
Dog bite may lead to civil liability for Massachusetts pet owner
A previous post on this blog discussed how dog bites have been on the rise this summer in Massachusetts. This increase has been attributed, in part, to animal neglect, such as incidents of dogs being left in the extreme heat without food and water. These cases can...
Massachusetts driver runs over motorcyclist after blacking out
Massachusetts residents know the dangers that go along with driving. For motorcyclists sharing the roads with cars, trucks and commercial vehicles, these hazards are amplified. A motorcycle accident can cause catastrophic injuries to a rider, which are often far more...
Memorial motorcycle ride turns into fatal motorcycle crash
Earlier this summer, an annual memorial motorcycle ride for a fallen soldier turned into a fatal motorcycle accident when an elderly driver crossed the center line of traffic and struck the group of more than 200 motorcycle riders, killing two and injuring five...
Massachusetts teen eats while driving, collides with cop car
In Massachusetts, and across the county, daily life can be hectic. At times, people make phone calls from their cars, put on makeup or shave behind the wheel, or even get in a meal while driving to their next meeting or appointment. A person engaged in any of these...
Truck accident spills diesel, closes freeway lanes near Westford
The roads of Massachusetts are filled on a daily basis, some to capacity. That can make for some hazardous conditions for individuals as they head to work, school or play. One of the most significant hazards any of us face is a run-in with a big rig. When a...
Mass. schools head injury reports tardy
With all the recent news about head injuries in amateur and professional sports, including reports of suicides linked to head injuries, one would think Massachusetts schools would be eager to comply with new state head injury reporting rules. But with the start of the...
Hot weather may mean a rise in dog bite injuries
With the summer months come high temperatures that can negatively affect not only residents, but also their pets. The heat can make many of us unpredictable and not as easygoing. Even the least among us, our pets, can get irritable and need more hydration, especially...
New state law trumps Worcester’s pit bull safety ordinance
Dogs can be wonderful companions, as many Massachusetts residents know. However, part of being a pet owner involves taking responsibility for your pet. All too often, irresponsible dog owners expose their community members to serious danger by failing to take the...