Salem MA Personal Injury Law Blog

We've all heard stereotypes about which group of individuals in Massachusetts make poor drivers. In many instances, these stereotypes are overbroad and can be downright offensive. Yet, one recent study has shown that one segment of the population, "millennials," are...

Last week on the blog we talked about the dangers of drugged driving. Those in Massachusetts who choose to get behind the wheel of a car while under the influence of drugs or alcohol can suffer from decreased reaction time, deceptive depth perception and an inability...

Massachusetts motorists are well aware of the dangers posed by drunk driving. A drunk driver can have difficulty maintaining his or her lane, yielding to pedestrians and trouble perceiving distances. These issues can result in an injurious or fatal car accident that...

Car accidents don't discriminate. Regardless of a person's age, race or gender, and no matter how defensively a person drives, we are all equally susceptible to a devastating car crash. Car accident victims can find that the harm they suffered can be quite extensive....

Last week on the blog, we discussed a tragic incident where a four-year-old boy was struck and injured by a car while he was trick-or-treating. Sadly, pedestrians face an enormous risk on Massachusetts' streets. High traffic areas and negligence oftentimes combine to...

Massachusetts motorists carry a heavy responsibility. Since most people drive every day, the routine can seem boring, uninteresting and monotonous. However, every time an individual climbs behind the wheel, he or she bears the safety of others on their shoulders. A...

Walking should not be an inherently dangerous activity. However, a leisurely stroll through the neighborhood or a short walk to work can prove injurious or deadly if there are negligent drivers on the road. There sadly is very little pedestrians in Massachusetts can...

The term "dram shop" can be traced back to 18th century literature and refers to an establishment that serves or sells liquor. It can be a bar, pub, saloon, liquor store, or even a restaurant. A dram is a small liquid unit of measure, and dram shops are often watched...

Readers of this blog know that car accidents can occur in any number of ways. A somewhat unusual accident occurred recently in Boston and left two people injured. According to Massachusetts State Police, a 33-year-old man driving a Honda Insight lost control on a turn...

Last week in this blog we discussed drugged driving and the impact it can have on Massachusetts motorists. This is a growing problem across our country, particularly as marijuana gains wider acceptance amongst the general population. As the problem continues to widen,...