Two weeks ago on the blog we discussed semi-truck maintenance and how important it is to ensure the safety of other motorists on the road. The responsibility for properly caring for a truck falls on the shoulders of the trucker and the company he or she works for. A...
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Steps taken by the FDA to prevent medication errors
At some point in our lives, most of us will need to take a prescription drug. These medications can be extremely beneficial, helping fight infection, disease, and ease pain. In some instances, taking the right medication can mean the difference between life and death....
Semitrailer maintenance critical to safety
Readers of this blog are very familiar with the dangers posed by semitrailers. A fatigued or distracted trucker can swerve his or her massive vehicle into other lanes of traffic, causing a devastating wreck with tragic consequences. Though there are many things...
What can I do to protect myself from a motorcycle accident?
Now that Memorial Day has come and gone and summer seems to be in full force, more and more Massachusetts motorcyclists are taking to the road. If you are one of them, then you may want to know what you can do to keep yourself as safe as possible while riding....
Proposed bill seeks to help low-income work accident victims
This blog devotes a significant portion of its time to discussing workers' compensation issues and how they can affect Massachusetts' workers. This is certainly important, but it is also important to realize that the law is in a constant state of flux. What was the...
Protecting and helping families affected by birth injury
Medical professionals are expected to know what they are doing, and to do it well. That is why doctors have to go through years of extensive learning and immersive training. However, despite how much training a doctor receives or how great his or her reputation,...
How much can an injured worker receive in workers’ compensation?
Massachusetts residents who are injured on the job have a lot to contend with. Sure, they might have to find a way to make ends meet without their weekly income, but they might also have to find a way to pay for their medical expenses. This can be extremely difficult,...
How could cerebral palsy affect my child and me?
The birth of a child should be a momentous and joyous event in your life, as well as the lives of those who love and support you. In fact, many Massachusetts families, like yours, eagerly await the new addition, and make many plans for the child to come. Yet, despite...
Semi-truck stopping distances much longer than that of cars
Most, if not all, Massachusetts motorists know that they should not follow the vehicle in front of them too closely. The reason is so that the motorist following the vehicle can safely slow down and stop, if needed, without slamming into the vehicle in front. However,...
May is national Motorcycle Awareness Month
May is national Motorcycle Awareness Month. In the spirit of the month, we want to use this week's post to discuss motorcycle awareness, specifically the potential difficulties with seeing motorcycles on the road as well as how damaging ia motorcycle crash can be, and...
