Although going to work should be a completely safe thing to do, far too many workers in Massachusetts are exposed to hazardous conditions as they perform their duties. Even those who work in professions where one wouldn't expect to be at risk can be susceptible to...
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When can workers’ compensation benefits be suspended?
Being injured on the job can not only make for a bad day, but also for a bad month or months. For some, it could even spark the beginning of many bad years to come. Why? In addition to the pain and suffering these injured workers may go through, they also often face...
Massachusetts’ trucking regulations focus on safety
We've dedicated a fair amount of time on this blog to discussing trucking regulations issued by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA). These regulations seek to ensure safety for all motorists by controlling the conduct of truckers and truck...
Was your child injured at birth? Legal action could help
You may have always known that you wanted to have children someday. When the time came for the birth of your child, you probably felt elated about soon becoming a parent. Unfortunately, you may also have felt immense devastation if your child suffered a birth injury...
Hurt by your doctor? Think about a medical malpractice claim
Have you ever gone to the doctor or the hospital and come out worse off? If so, then you may be justified in filing a medical malpractice claim. These lawsuits, aimed at those medical professionals who have acted negligently, as well as the institutions that employ...
Wrong-way driver causes Massachusetts motorcycle accident
Motorcycle season is upon us. With the warmer weather will come more Massachusetts residents turning to their motorcycles as a way to unwind after work and on the weekend, take a quick trip to run an errand, or even replace their normal methods of commuting to school...
The medical benefits afforded by workers’ compensation
Being injured on the job can turn an individual's life upside down for a significant period of time. Sure, his day-to-day activities will change, particularly if he is unable to work, but his financial reality may also morph into something unexpected. Medical...
Could someone else be responsible in a drunk driving accident?
Intoxicated people tend to have poor reasoning skills. They often can't tell when they've had too much to drink, and even when they can, they might think it's safe to drive "just this once." Then again, they may not think at all. They climb behind the wheel of a car...
Shifting the burden of proof in a medical malpractice case
If you're a regular reader of this blog then you know that medical malpractice claims can be complex and challenging to win. This is partly because the evidentiary issues that can arise are significant. When they are improperly handled, plaintiffs can be left hung out...
Massachusetts firm holding distracted drivers accountable
Driving is a dangerous activity, even when motorists are paying attention. A tire can unexpectedly blow out, debris may enter into the road and cause drivers to makes drastic movements, and treacherous weather conditions can leave roads slick. Yet, these dangers pale...
