Category: General Injury Information

injury claim process

When you’re injured, the last thing you want to be worrying about is how you’re medical bills are going to be paid, or having to go back and forth with your insurance for a just compensation. Our Boston law firm understands this, and we do everything in our power to make the injury claim process […]

personal injury terms

If you’ve been hurt and are filing a personal injury claim, it can be helpful to know some of the terminology that will be used throughout the case. Plaintiff The party or parties filing the case are referred to as the plaintiff. You would be the plaintiff in a lawsuit if you slipped and fell in a […]

personal injury lawyer

There are plenty of great lawyers in Massachusetts, and some that are not-so-great. It is crucial to find one that is trustworthy, aggressive, and experienced with cases just like yours. Finding the right lawyer can mean the difference between an unfair settlement and a fair one. But how do you find the right one amongst […]

signing a document

If you’ve been in an accident, an insurance adjuster will most likely contact you. Besides being nice to you, the adjuster will want you to sign a medical authorization form. This will allow the insurance company to obtain not only medical records related to the accident, but also medical records that predate the accident. You […]

a man with a personal injury finally gets some legal representation

If you’re a resident of Massachusetts, it’s important to be familiar with personal injury protection (PIP) car insurance. In Massachusetts, all drivers are required to have Personal Injury Protection (PIP) insurance. PIP covers the costs of injuries you sustain in a car accident, regardless of who is at fault, PIP coverage helps pay for medical […]

traffic winter

With the arrival of winter weather, it’s important to take stock of your car and its safety features. Blizzards and ice storms can make driving treacherous, so it’s important to be prepared. Here are some tips for keeping your car safe in New England winters. Adaptive headlights: Headlights that adapt and rotate to light in the […]

Auto accident involving two cars on a city street

Massachusetts car insurance law is based on a no-fault system. This means even if you were at fault or negligent in causing the car accident, you’re still entitled to have your medical bills and lost wages paid through Personal Injury Protection, or PIP, for short. This mandatory auto insurance allows people to get their car […]

slip and fall snow

Because of our climate here in New England, slips and falls on snow and ice are quite common. Generally, these cases are claims for negligence against a snow plow company, property owner, or other potentially responsible party. The burden is on the injury victim to show that the party responsible for snow and ice removal where […]

Do you have a fireplace? If so, are you planning to put up your holiday decorations soon? If so, be careful! Just because Santa can fall down the chimney, does not mean you should too! Chimneys can be dangerous if you’re not careful. Keep reading for more safety tips and what you can do to […]

consultations with a lawyer

Insurance companies are similar to a two-faced snake. They claim to be on the victim’s side until the victim becomes an “inconvenience” to them. They hire negotiators whose sole purpose is to shake down victims and manipulate the situation to save themselves a few dollars. Here are 4 ways insurance companies rip victims off: An […]