Category: Personal Injury

Injured at Work? Information employees need to know about Massachusetts Workers Compensation Laws

By: John J. O’Day Jr. | Partner Massachusetts has had Worker’s Compensation laws since 1912. The law was designed to distribute benefits on a “no fault” basis. Thus, it does [...]

Slip and Fall: Accident or Owner Liability?

By: Charles Mulcahy, Esq. | Partner Many individuals are injured as a result of slip and falls. First, a determination needs to be made whether the slip and fall is [...]

“The Importance of Optional Insurance Coverage for Motorcycle Operators”

Patricia Alexandre, Esq. | Law Clerk With the warmer weather here and the days longer, you will notice many people taking their motorcycles out for a ride. Although this may [...]

Cars Not Properly Cleaned Off After Snow Storms

Winter has officially arrived here in Massachusetts and with all New England winters come perilous road conditions. Most drivers in Massachusetts have had the unfortunate experience of driving behind a [...]

Car Accidents: How to Protect Teenagers

According to the Massachusetts Registry of Motor Vehicles, motor vehicle accidents are the leading cause of teenage injuries and deaths in the United States. Sadly, thirty-nine traffic fatalities in the [...]

What to do if Injured at Work in Massachusetts

Have you or a loved one sustained an injury at work in Massachusetts? If you were injured at your workplace it can be a very confusing time. Workplace injuries can [...]

Developments in Premises Liability

Building Code Violations and Strict Liability By: James M. McCarthy, Esq. The Supreme Judicial Court of Massachusetts (“SJC”) recently clarified prior disagreement between the statutory construction and caselaw interpretation of [...]

Product Liability: Is your vehicle at fault for an accident?

With summer here most of us spend more time on the road, that’s why it is important to stay on top of the safety of your vehicle. If there are [...]

Injuries resulting from Fireworks

This past weekend was the 4th of July: This holiday can be a source of fun and entertainment, but at any moment it can turn into a disaster due to [...]

What Homeowners Need To Know About Swimming Pool Liability

With the onset of spring here in South Coast Mass, thoughts of warm weather, the beach, and swimming pools may begin coming into your head. You may be considering installing [...]