car accidents

A 31-year-old man tragically lost his life after a serious crash in Cummington, according to local reports. Massachusetts State Police are typically charged with investigating car accidents that occur on state thoroughfares. So far, this investigation is ongoing and no charges have been filed against either driver involved in the crash. The accident report confirms the man, whose name has not been released by police, was a passenger in a car traveling on Route 9 on the afternoon of April 24. It appears a vehicle headed the other direction, driven by a 27-year-old woman, crossed the center line into oncoming…

Local and state police are still in the process of investigating a serious crash in Ashby. Massachusetts authorities tasked with investigating car accidents of this type have not yet filed charges against either driver involved in the two-vehicle incident. However, charges seem likely considering the crash caused considerable injuries to several people. According to the accident report, a 17-year-old boy was driving westbound with an 18-year-old in the passenger seat when the accident occurred. It appears a 30-year-old woman driving an SUV and headed southbound on Route 81 failed to stop at a stop sign and entered the intersection, T-boning the other car. The…

A multi-vehicle crash in Avon has claimed one life, local police have reported. Car accidents involving more than two vehicles can often result in multiple casualties, so this Massachusetts-based crash could have been considerably more tragic. Currently, authorities are still investigating the cause of the crash, and no charges have yet been filed. The accident report is incomplete at this time, but it has been confirmed that four vehicles were involved in the crash, which occurred around 10 a.m. the morning of March 25. It appears a 60-year-old man who was traveling westbound somehow ended up in the eastbound lane,…

One sees the car coming, but there is nothing that can be done. Suddenly, there is a loud crash. Car accidents occur every day across Massachusetts. Fortunately, many of these accidents cause only minor damage; however, there are those that do cause major damage. In either case, it is possible that legal assistance may be needed to resolve the situation. The first thing to do following an accident is to seek medical attention, if necessary. Once this has been done, local law enforcement should be contacted, and drivers should exchange information such as name, address, phone number, insurance and license…

They happen on a daily basis. In almost every city across Massachusetts, car accidents are a constant concern. The majority are minor accidents with only minimal damage to the vehicles and individuals. However, some are more intense and result in serious damage and injury. The average individual assumes that if he or she is involved in a car accident, it will occur while driving or maybe even walking alongside a road. Perhaps a car will come flying through a stop sign and crash into an unsuspecting car and driver. For two individuals involved in a recent car accident, this was not the…

A recent accident on the Massachusetts Turnpike resulted in serious injuries and the closure of one lane of traffic. This collision between two vehicles illustrates the serious consequences of car accidents and what can happen when people make reckless or negligent decisions while behind the wheel. In this accident, two people were trapped in their car for an extended amount of time. According to Massachusetts law enforcement, three people suffered serious injuries in the accident. While the crash is still under investigation, it occurred when a woman driving a van attempted to change lanes, ultimately colliding with another vehicle. The…

Every day, many individuals throughout Massachusetts venture out onto the roadways. In doing so, they each assume that they will safely arrive at their destination. While car accidents occur on a daily basis, it is assumed that these accidents will involve other drivers. Unfortunately, some of these unsuspecting drivers will be involved in one of the many car accidents that do occur every day. When one is involved in a collision, the first thing he or she will want to do is make sure that everyone involved is okay. If there is any concern regarding the health and well-being of anyone involved,…

All of a sudden, there is a bump or perhaps even a boom! An unsuspecting Massachusetts driver has just been involved in a car accident. Then, the other driver looks around, backs away from the crash and drives off. Hit-and-run accidents appear to be an increasing problem. Individuals react to this situation in a variety of ways. If the crash was significant, the driver and passengers generally first check to make sure that everyone is okay. The police and possibly medical personnel are quickly contacted. Then, discussion regarding what happened generally begins. It is possible that the driver or passengers…

Dinner out is a luxury that many people in Massachusetts like to enjoy. The idea of a quiet evening with someone else cooking and cleaning is appealing. Additionally, many friends and family members enjoy dining out as a way to catch up and visit with each other. These individuals know that car accidents could be a problem on the way to and from the restaurant; however, a car accident becoming a problem while in the restaurant doesn't seem likely. In March 2016, a 55-year-old man was driving his Volkswagen SUV on a Massachusetts street. He crossed over another street, hit several other cars…

Many individuals throughout Massachusetts would not consider getting behind the wheel of a car after having a drink or two. The potential consequences associated with drinking and driving are just too great. However, for many, the idea of getting behind the wheel after only a couple hours of sleep is common place. In fact, research indicates that drowsy driving is a major factor in teen driver accidents. Researchers conducted a study related to crash accidents and found that drowsy driving accounted for approximately seven percent of all accidents. The average teenager needs more than just a few hours of sleep.…