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Massachusetts victims cite traumatic brain injury after bombing

On behalf of posted in brain injury on Friday June 27, 2014

The terrorist attack on the Boston Marathon in the Spring of 2013 left hundreds of people injured and many more emotionally changed. The wounds of those hurt in the explosions ranged from death to invisible, interior wounds. The generosity of strangers across the world has made it possible for many Massachusetts victims to receive the necessary care that they might otherwise have never received. There are some bombing victims, however, who reportedly suffered a traumatic brain injury and who feel they have not received comparable aid to fully address their medical needs. The issue some survivors have raised concerns the proceeds of…

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Pedestrian hurt in Massachusetts car accident

On behalf of posted in Pedestrian Accidents on Friday June 27, 2014

A 59-year-old man was struck by a Rav4 at 10:50 p.m. on June 11 at the intersection of Route 62 and Route 38, according to police. The car was being driven by a 28-year-old man, and the vehicle was headed south on Main Street when the collision took place. The man was treated on scene by emergency responders and was taken to Beth Israel Hospital via Boston Medflight for further treatment of injuries that were considered serious. Police say that the driver of the car stayed on the scene and that authorities were looking into the possibility that he may…

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Working to reduce the number of motorcycle accidents

On behalf of posted in Motorcycle Accidents on Wednesday June 25, 2014

Improving weather conditions lead to an increase in the number of motorcycles on the roads, and law enforcement agencies are urging both drivers and riders to do their part to keep injuries and fatalities to a minimum. According to the Massachusetts Department of Transportation, 35 people died in motorcycle accidents in 2013, which is a modest improvement over previous years. Many of these fatalities occur when motorists fail to see motorcycles before making turns, pulling out into traffic or changing lanes. Remembering to look out for those on two wheels will help, according to a Hingham police sergeant, but accidents happen even…

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Woman dies in auto-pedestrian accident

On behalf of posted in Pedestrian Accidents on Monday June 23, 2014

A female pedestrian was killed by a motor vehicle accident that occurred in Massachusetts on June 15. The collision reportedly happened near the intersection of Dogwood Road on Hampton Road in Sharon around 4:30 p.m. State police, local police and the Norfolk District Attorney's Office investigated the incident throughout the remainder of the day. Investigators believe the 20-year-old woman was out jogging when she was struck by a vehicle. She was brought to Norwood Hospital to receive medical treatment but eventually succumbed to her injuries. Family members were at the hospital with the victim, but her name had not been…

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Motorcyclist dies after being struck by vehicle

On behalf of posted in Motorcycle Accidents on Tuesday June 17, 2014

Massachusetts State Police stated that a male motorcyclist was killed after being struck by a motorist in Scituate on June 11, two days before the motorcyclist's birthday. According to the report, the accident took place in the 100 block of Border Street around 6:30 p.m. It appeared that the 27-year-old local motorcyclist was struck when the motorist was attempting to leave a driveway. It was not stated if the man was transported to a nearby hospital before losing his life or if he died at the scene of the crash. The following day, authorities were still investigating the incident and…

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Massachusetts pedestrian hit-and-run kills 1

On behalf of posted in Pedestrian Accidents on Saturday June 14, 2014

A man was killed after he was struck by a car while crossing a street in Lowell. Witnesses were able to provide a license plate number, which helped investigators identify the owner of the vehicle involved in the pedestrian accident. Police initiated a search for the hit-and-run driver after finding a vehicle that matched the description of the car involved. The accident occurred on June 4 just after 10:50 p.m. The pedestrian, an 86-year-old local man who witnesses said used a cane, was crossing Westford Street when a Volkswagen hatchback struck him. One bystander saw the driver of the vehicle, described…

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Could Massachusetts plane crash result in wrongful death claim?

On behalf of posted in wrongful death on Saturday June 14, 2014

Air travel has had a tremendous influence on how most perceive the world. Where before it may have taken days to weeks to arrive at faraway destinations, that time has been reduced to mere hours. However, there is a huge burden of responsibilities on the shoulders of those who pilot these planes, and safety checks are not an extraneous chore. A recent plane crash in Massachusetts could possibly end in claims of wrongful death after preliminary reports suggest a required systems check was not completed. The plane that crashed before it could become airborne was a Gulfstream IV and was owned privately.…

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Pedestrian struck by vehicle in Massachusetts

On behalf of posted in Pedestrian Accidents on Thursday June 12, 2014

According to Natick police, a car hit a man loading landscaping equipment into his pickup truck's bed, leaving him with significant head injuries. The pedestrian accident occurred on Speen Street on June 7, reportedly. The man was airlifted to the University of Massachusetts Medical Center in Worcester for treatment, police said. The head injury reportedly involved a 'lot of bleeding," but the extent of the man's injuries was not immediately clear in the aftermath of the incident. Police did indicate that the head injuries were significant. Purportedly, there were two occupants inside the car that struck the man, and both suffered injuries…

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Soldiers learning early treatment best for traumatic brain injury

On behalf of posted in brain injury on Wednesday June 11, 2014

Soldiers put themselves in harm's way on a daily basis, even when not actively engaged in fighting a battle. As a result, they may have a higher risk of suffering a traumatic brain injury than the ordinary citizen. A recent seminar concerning this type of injury was recently held at a military installation. Soldiers from Massachusetts may also benefit from the information that was shared. Physicians who specialize in neurological health offered soldiers and their superiors an opportunity to learn more about the seriousness of these wounds and the consequences that could follow without proper attention. The emphasis of the conference was…

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Car hits 5 other vehicles and slams into restaurant

On behalf of posted in car accidents on Friday June 6, 2014

Authorities reported that a June 4 accident in Barnstable involved six vehicles and a restaurant. Reportedly, the incident transpired in the parking lots of two restaurants located on Route 132. Barnstable police confirmed that a car was in the parking lot of a seafood restaurant when it backed into two vehicles. Subsequently, the car accelerated through a fence that separated the seafood restaurant from another restaurant, charged into the second restaurant's parking lot and struck three more vehicles before coming to a stop in the entryway of the second restaurant. According to authorities, at least one person suffered injuries requiring…

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