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Employees injured on the job may benefit from workers’ comp

On behalf of posted in Workers' Compensation on Monday August 28, 2017

Many Massachusetts residents rarely have to worry about workplace accidents. Those performing jobs that require manual labor, however, are often more likely to face the risk of being injured on the job. A worker in a nearby state was recently seriously hurt at his job on a construction site. Officials said that the man was part of a building crew working on the construction of a new home. The men were pouring concrete for the foundation of the home when the accident occurred. For reasons that are still unclear, the truck pouring the concrete shifted. This caused the arm of the truck…

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Massachusetts man suffered serious injuries in recent accident

On behalf of posted in Pedestrian Accidents on Tuesday August 22, 2017

Massachusetts residents should not have to worry about their safety when walking in a city. However, pedestrian accidents are an unfortunate reality that often cause serious injuries for those involved. One man was recently injured in such an accident at the hands of an alleged drunk driver. Police stated that the victim had paused at the curb and was attempting to cross the street when the incident occurred.  An SUV operated by a woman struck him as he crossed. Reports say that she stopped briefly before pulling into a nearby parking lot. Officials then allege that she got out and threw two small…

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Filing a personal injury claim after a slip-and-fall accident

On behalf of posted in Premises Liability on Friday August 18, 2017

Massachusetts residents who have been injured while on someone else's property may be entitled to seek compensation for any damages they have sustained. Of course, the circumstances have to be right in order for a civil claim to be successful. This week's column will address the what is needed to bring a personal injury claim following a slip-and-fall accident. Litigating a personal injury claim against a property owner is not always an easy task. There is a lot of information that the court will want access to in order to make a decision regarding liability. Such information includes: Any witness…

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Car accidents often leave people injured in Massachusetts

On behalf of posted in car accidents on Wednesday August 9, 2017

Police from two Massachusetts towns responded recently to a car wreck. The incident occurred, like many car accidents do, in the evening hours of a late summer day. When it ended, the incident left four people injured and closed both sides of a busy highway for a short period. When car accidents make the news, it is often because people are injured. When reporting this recent single-vehicle accident, local outlets say that the driver fatigue may have played a part. Authorities believe that the vehicle left the roadway and slammed into a large sign post. The vehicle came to rest on the right…

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Patient wins rare victory in surgical malpractice against doctor

On behalf of posted in Medical Malpractice on Thursday August 3, 2017

Undergoing a surgical procedure to correct a painful condition may inspire feelings of relief that the pain may soon be alleviated. While the patient may also have some concerns that the operation may not be successful, he or she may not expect it to end in a surgical malpractice lawsuit. Unfortunately, Massachusetts patients can wind up suffering further harm as a result of a medical mistake. Recently, a jury in another state decided in favor of a woman who underwent spinal surgery in 2011. According to the claim, the 42-year-old patient suffered from painful scoliosis, which is a curvature of the spine.…

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