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The Most Common Truck Accident Causes in Massachusetts

February 14, 2018

The NHTSA reports that 4,067 people died and 116,000 people were injured in large truck accidents during 2015. Of the people who were injured and...

Who Is Eligible to File A Wrongful Death Lawsuit in Massachusetts?

January 3, 2018

Like all states, Massachusetts has its own set of laws and statutes governing how wrongful death lawsuits are handled. These suits are designed to compensate...

Does My Accident Qualify As A Slip and Fall Case in Massachusetts?

October 18, 2017

Property owners in Massachusetts have a duty to maintain their property reasonably to prevent accidents. When an owner breaches the duty of care, the owner...

Will I Owe Taxes on My Workers’ Compensation Benefits in Massachusetts?

October 4, 2017

If you are injured in a workplace accident, you are entitled to file a claim for workers’ comp benefits. Benefits provided injured employees with medical...

Will I Owe Taxes on My Car Accident Settlement in Massachusetts?

September 20, 2017

The answer to this question is, “it depends on several factors.” Many car accident settlements are non-taxable; however, as with most tax issues, there are...

The Difference Between A Product Liability Case and Medical Malpractice

September 6, 2017

When you are injured or you suffer a serious side effect from a medical procedure or medication, it can be difficult to determine if you...

What Are The Requirements To Qualify For Workers’ Comp in Massachusetts?

July 26, 2017

To protect workers who are injured on the job, Massachusetts passed workers’ compensation laws. Workers’ compensation pays for the medical expenses of a worker who...

What Are My Legal Options If I Had A Slip & Fall Accident on a Sidewalk

June 28, 2017

Who is legally responsible for your slip and fall injury on the sidewalk will depend on where the incident occurs. Most cities or municipalities are...

Can I Sue the City of Boston Over an Accident-Related Injury Claim?

June 21, 2017

Governmental entities can sometimes be immune from lawsuits. The rationale behind the immunity is that lawsuits against the government can strain budgeting and divert the...

Asbestos Exposure: What Workers Need to Know

June 7, 2017

Asbestos was once considered a “wonder material” because it worked well as an insulation material that is also fire resistant. However, after many workers ended...