Massachusetts workers’ compensation law is a set of laws that is essentially a trade off. Workers that got hurt on the job in Massachusetts do not need need to prove that they were not at fault for the accident. So, if the employee is responsible for the accident, they can still file for and receive workers’ comp […]

Nearly everyone involved in ongoing Massachusetts personal injury cases want to know what their case is worth. Our clients who have the misfortune of being bit or attacked by a dog want to know what the dog owner’s insurance company will be offering to settle their case. Dog bite settlement amounts depend on a variety of factors. No two […]

No one wants to be the victim of a personal injury accident. Such an event can turn ones life upside down. Dealing with the injury itself, going to medical appointments, and losing time from work can be debilitating. What is remarkable are the number of personal injury accidents each year in the United States. Here are some of […]

Motor Vehicle Accidents These are by far the most common type personal injury claim.  Automobile accident claims cover all accidents including rear end accidents, left turn accidents, side swipes, and other types of motor vehicle collisions. If the claimant can show the other driver was negligent, and that he was injured as a result, then he […]

Oftentimes a personal injury accident is clearly the result of a person or company’s negligence. Sometimes though, the injury victim himself may bear some degree of responsibility for causing the accident. Comparative negligence is recognized in Massachusetts as an affirmative defense. Essentially it means that the legal responsibilities for causing a personal injury accident is reduced by the […]

For those that have sustained injury, it is important to know the legal rights one may pursue for compensation. Not every injury though leads to a settlement. If the injury does arise out of a personal injury or workers’ compensation event then it may be possible to bring a case. But understanding the differences between these […]

Through years of handling injury cases in Boston I have seen some common types of workers’ compensation cases. Although workers can be injured at work in a multitude of ways, there are some common situations that give rise to work injuries. Here are some of them: Car Accidents Many people are required to drive as part of […]

Many that are injured at work in Massachusetts are not familiar with the workers’ compensation claim process. This can result in the injured worker unwittingly making mistakes with the claim that can greatly impact the benefits the worker can collect. Here are some common workers’ compensation claim mistakes to avoid. Not Reporting The Accident The first […]

If a settlement cannot be reached for your Massachusetts personal injury claim, then a lawsuit may be necessary. Part of the litigation process is a deposition. If you are facing an upcoming deposition, it is important to be prepared so as to ensure your deposition is a successful one. Here are some things you can expect at […]

The aftermath of an injury brings on a raft of issues. If you are pursuing a claim for personal injuries stemming from the accident, an issue you may be facing is whether or not to settle. The vast majority of cases do settle. Each case is of course different. Generally, the more issues and problems a […]