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Massachusetts car accidents: Multiple citations issued in crash

On behalf of posted in car accidents on Wednesday July 8, 2015

Safe drivers are constantly vigilant. They ignore distractions such as smartphones when they drive and obey posted speed limits and other traffic laws. Unfortunately, even safe drivers may be unable to avoid car accidents caused by negligent drivers. In a recent Massachusetts accident that sent 10 people to the hospital, one driver was issued several citations. The crash happened one evening on a day in late June. Police claim that a pickup truck driven by a 27-year-old man was headed south on a Massachusetts road. He allegedly attempted to make a left turn, which put him into the path of a northbound…

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Workplace accident ends with fatality in Massachusetts

On behalf of posted in Workers' Compensation on Monday July 6, 2015

There are many occupations with known hazards. While most people think of firemen, soldiers and police officers when they think of dangerous work conditions, workers in the construction industry often face a variety of different hazards. Because any occupation can lead to a workplace accident, Massachusetts and other states have laws that protect workers from financial harm if injured at work. For example, one family may qualify for workers' compensation insurance coverage after a fatal construction accident. The accident occurred one morning in late June. Reports indicate that a 66-year-old man was working with a front-end loader. Unfortunately, he apparently became trapped…

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Woman claims failure to diagnose led to husband’s death

On behalf of posted in Medical Malpractice on Thursday July 2, 2015

Most medical care workers in Massachusetts are well-trained professionals dedicated to their patients. As a result, patients and their families trust these workers to adequately diagnose and treat their medical issues. Failure to diagnose an issue, such as heart problems, can lead to a patient's death or serious injury, potentially resulting in a medical malpractice suit. One out-of-state woman claims that medical negligence led to her husband's death. According to information presented at trial, the victim was transported to the hospital in May 2009. He was experiencing dizziness and chest pain. An EKG was conducted, but the cardiologist -- one of the…

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Massachusetts hit-and-run accidents: Drivers sought after crash

On behalf of posted in car accidents on Wednesday July 1, 2015

Movies are known for their death-defying stunts. However, most of these stunts are simply illusions created with green screens and harnesses. Even in the portrayal of hit-and-run accidents, the actors are typically completely safe. Unfortunately, this is not the case in real life. While a recent hit-and-run accident in Massachusetts appeared to be closer to a movie scene than reality, one man is left with serious injuries while police search for the other drivers believed to have been involved. The accident happened on a Massachusetts Interstate one night in June. A witness claimed that a motorcycle and black vehicle sped by…

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