Drivers need to understand the various ways in which a traffic accident could occur. From bad weather to the use of electronic devices behind the wheel, serious collisions happen for many reasons. Unfortunately, intoxicated driving accounts for many deaths and...
Car Accidents
What kind of pictures should you take after a car accident?
Even if you have never been in one, you probably know car accidents happen quite frequently in the U.S. In fact, according to an analysis of data from the Bureau of Transportation Statistics, there are about 13 car accidents every minute somewhere in the country....
Why does fault matter in a car accident?
Massachusetts requires that you have Personal Injury Protection (PIP) coverage through your car insurance. If you are in an auto accident, this coverage helps pay for some of your medical expenses and lost wages. However, this coverage only pays up to the limits you...
How can you report a motor vehicle crash?
The thought of dealing with what comes after a car, motorcycle or truck crash could make you worry. One part of protecting yourself after an accident includes correctly filling out a crash report form and submitting it. Knowing the steps you should take when writing...
What should you do after a car accident?
An injurious car accident can change your life in the matter of a few seconds. Depending on the extent of your injuries, you may struggle to go back to work and your normal daily life. Car accident injuries are common, and the Centers for Disease Control and...
What is Massachusetts’s Hands-Free Driving Law?
The Massachusetts government takes driving safety extremely seriously. That is why the hands-free driving law is a statewide rule as of February 2020. The "hands-free" part of the law refers to the responsible use of electronic devices while driving, so as to reduce...
How can accidents at work cause spinal cord injuries?
Working outside on a construction site during a busy time of year, you may encounter more problems than you expect. Accidents can happen without warning, especially when you are walking on tall scaffolds or working around heavy pieces of equipment. One particular...
How dangerous is a fracture?
A car accident may leave you with a range of injuries. While some may prove quick to heal, others may take time and surgery. One injury that may prove more dangerous than you may think is a bone fracture. There are several elements at work when a bone breaks....
What happens if I get into an accident with an uninsured or underinsured motorist?
Being in an accident can be traumatic. You may have injuries, and there will be damage to your car. When you get into an accident with an uninsured driver, you will find it hard to recover damages. The same is true if the driver does not have enough coverage to pay...
Tips for speaking with insurance adjusters
Car accidents are a terrible experience. In the aftermath, you might not think clearly and make a mistake that prevents you from receiving an insurance payout. Massachusetts law requires automobile insurance for all registered vehicles. If you get into a car accident,...