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Man injured on the job when working in Massachusetts high school

On behalf of posted in Workers' Compensation on Wednesday November 26, 2014

Contractors provide a wide variety of valuable services. They are knowledgeable in their specialized fields and offer their services to whomever seeks out their skill and experience. Unfortunately, not every job goes as planned, and one can be injured on the job when unforeseen circumstances arise. One contractor suffered serious burns while working at a Massachusetts high school. While details are sketchy at this time, the report indicated that a man was reportedly working to install a heater in a technical high school in Danvers. Students reported hearing a loud sound and felt the reverberations from an explosion. Pupils were directed to leave the building immediately following the gas-fueled blast.…

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Car accidents and collision avoidance technology

On behalf of posted in car accidents on Wednesday November 26, 2014

Many people in Massachusetts are seriously injured each year due to involvement in motor vehicle collisions. There are a number of different types of technologies available for newer cars today that can reduce the likelihood of such crashes. Often, these technologies are only available as upgrades for purchase in addition to the standard packages that come with the cars. The National Transportation Safety Board, or NTSB, is calling for a federal mandate on the inclusion of these features as part of the standard options packages for all new cars. Many accidents occur due to rear-end collisions, lane change crashes and…

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Woman gets minimum sentence after fatal pedestrian accident

On behalf of posted in Pedestrian Accidents on Monday November 24, 2014

Some of the most intimate moments a parent can share with a child happen during the most simple activities. One woman, who was accustomed to traveling around her Massachusetts town on foot, would often walk with her pre-teen son. Unfortunately, this young man's memories of walking with his mother will now be forever scarred by the tragic pedestrian accident that took her life. The pair were ambling down a sidewalk late one evening in July when the tragedy unfolded. The mother, who always placed her son to her inside while walking, had enough time to yell for her son to take cover…

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Veterans with a traumatic brain injury more likely to be jobless

On behalf of posted in brain injury on Sunday November 23, 2014

Those who serve the country through military service often make sacrifices that are unimaginable by the civilian population. Many of those who have returned from the conflicts overseas in the past several years have suffered a traumatic brain injury. Now, thousands of these veterans may need additional support to recover and move forward with their post-service lives. Some of these former servicemen and women reside in Massachusetts. According to recent research, more than 300,000 service members have returned with a brain injury over the past 14 years. These injuries are often the result of an IED (Improvised Explosive Device), car accident or other combat-related incidents involving blunt-force…

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Another suit against doctor with history of medical malpractice

On behalf of posted in Medical Malpractice on Saturday November 22, 2014

A doctor is currently facing a medical malpractice lawsuit for the 12th time since 1996. Massachusetts readers will note that the most recent suit is related to complications following a laparoscopic procedure. The current case is the second time the doctor has been accused of medical malpractice just this year. According to records, this doctor has paid recompense related to malpractice cases on four different occasions since 2009. Three other lawsuits are currently pending in the legal system, and it is possible that a fifth payout could happen. It is not immediately clear why the repeated medical malpractice cases have not raised "red flags" within the medical…

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Wrongful death lawsuit may be an option after a work accident

On behalf of posted in Work-Related Deaths on Friday November 21, 2014

When someone is killed because of the negligent or reckless actions of another person, the family may consider a wrongful death lawsuit. But what are the legal options for a family when a loved one is killed at work? Because of workers' compensation death benefits, a wrongful death lawsuit may not be an option in every situation. However, Massachusetts readers have the right to explore all legal options after an accident. Recently, in another state, a tragic accident claimed the lives of four workers at a chemical plant. The plant produces chemicals used in certain fungicides and insecticides. Although it is not known how this happened,…

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Female passenger dies in fatal car accident in Massachusetts

On behalf of posted in Fatal Motor Vehicle Accidents on Thursday November 20, 2014

Drivers should always adhere to the rules of the road, including those prohibiting drunk driving. By avoiding illegal behavior, one does not only ensure the safety of other motorists, but also protects his or her own safety and that of his or her passengers. Unfortunately, it seems as if one man may have failed to do this in a recent fatal car accident in Massachusetts. The man is believed to have been the cause of a fatal car crash early one morning in mid-November. It was in the wee hours when the 42-year-old man reportedly lost control of his vehicle. His car…

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Motorcycle-car collision leaves 1 injured in Massachusetts

On behalf of posted in Motorcycle Accidents on Thursday November 20, 2014

A motorcyclist reportedly collided with a motorist in Agawam on Nov. 10 around 5:30 p.m. The driver was uninjured, but the motorcyclist suffered serious injuries. According to authorities, the driver was traveling west when she attempted to make a left turn. It was at this point that she collided with the motorcyclist. The motorcyclist was taken to Baystate Medical Center for treatment of his injuries. His condition was not known on the day of the incident. The investigation into the accident by local and state authorities was ongoing at the time of the report. It was not reported whether factors…

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Massachusetts man decides to face trial for fatal wreck

On behalf of posted in car accidents on Tuesday November 18, 2014

A Massachusetts man has withdrawn a plea to sufficient facts and elected to stand trial for his role in a 2013 traffic accident that left six people injured. The 19-year-old West Roxbury resident had accepted a sentence that would have sent him to prison for a year, but he reportedly changed his mind after viewing a video detailing the extent of the injuries suffered by one of the victims. The car accident occurred in September 2013 on the Arborway in Jamaica Plain. The video that appears to have prompted the change of plea told of the severe injuries suffered in the accident…

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1 injured, 1 jailed after pedestrian accident in Massachusetts

On behalf of posted in Pedestrian Accidents on Friday November 14, 2014

Holidays often take a toll on law enforcement officials and other first responders. This year, Halloween was no different for the authorities in Massachusetts. They were called out on Halloween evening to the scene of a serious pedestrian accident. According to reports, a 27-year-old man struck a 38-year-old pedestrian with his car. When the authorities arrived on the scene, they found the victim to be suffering from severe injuries as a result of the accident. He was transported by ambulance to a helicopter and was then flown to a nearby medical center for treatment. The driver who allegedly struck the pedestrian was…

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