car accidents

Driving along any Massachusetts roadway requires both skill and concentration. In addition to being able to properly operate the vehicle, the driver must be able to safely navigate the various obstacles that may present themselves. For example, drivers need to be aware of the other vehicles on the road and the side of the road, pedestrians walking along the roadway and even children riding bikes and darting in and out of traffic. Distracted driving accidents have proven to be a problem with drivers who chose to pay attention to their cell phones and drive at the same time. Texting while…

While the overall number of fatal car crashes in this country has declined over the course of the last several decades, some professionals claim that the United States is behind other countries in terms of overall traffic safety. As a result, researchers in Massachusetts and across the country continue to look at behaviors that could cause serious accidents. In fact, a recent study looked at footage of videos taken from 3,500 volunteers to better understand the causes of car accidents. The study took place over the course of three years and involved drivers from as young to 16 to as old…

Despite the effort that is put into providing information to drivers in Massachusetts about how to be a safe driver, there is often little that a person can do to protect him or herself from the negligent acts of others. Unfortunately, people are injured or killed in car accidents every day. Police are currently investigating a wrong-way accident that sent two people to the hospital. According to reports, a vehicle was traveling the wrong way in the northbound lanes of a Massachusetts roadway. As a result, two cars collided. The drivers of each vehicle, a 20-year-old female and a 27-year-old male, suffered…

Drivers face many risks when they get behind the wheel. While they may logically be aware of the potential for auto accidents, many are unprepared for the financial implications if they are injured as a result of another's negligence. Three people in Massachusetts may be wondering how they will cope with their medical bills and lost wages after they were seriously injured in an accident that has since led to criminal charges for one individual. Police reports indicate that a car driven by a 19-year-old male crossed a double yellow line. As a result, his car allegedly slammed head-on into a…

Many people chose alternative forms of transportation for many reasons, including the potential for saving money. Motorcycles, for example, could result in savings due to the lower gas consumption. However, they are often more difficult to see because of their smaller size, putting motorcyclists at risk of car accidents when there are negligent drivers in their vicinity. Recently, one man suffered serious injuries after an incident that Massachusetts police believe was caused by the driver of a more traditional motor vehicle. According to reports, the motorcyclist was driving north on a Massachusetts roadway one day in late November. Police claim that the driver…

One man lost his life in a Massachusetts crash on a recent Sunday morning. The accident occurred when he was hit after stopping to help at the scene of an accident. Sadly, these types of car accidents often have catastrophic results, particularly when alcohol is involved. Two people have been arrested in connection with the tragic crash. The crash took place at around 2:15 a.m. along Interstate 91 in Springfield. A 26-year-old man was going south in a vehicle and attempted to change lanes. He then reportedly struck the back of a vehicle that was also going south. Police said the vehicle…

The vast majority of Massachusetts drivers are safety conscious. They obey traffic signs and speed limits and generally drive in a defensive manner. Unfortunately, safe drivers cannot always avoid the actions of unsafe drivers, and serious car accidents occur all too often. While police are still investigating a recent accident, reports indicate a rear-end collision on Interstate 91 sent two people to the hospital. The accident happened in the afternoon of a day in late October. According to reports, the injured victims were traveling north in an SUV when their vehicle was struck in the rear by another car. One of the…

The dangers of texting and driving are well-known. Many people in Massachusetts are even choosing to utilize hands-free devices while driving in an attempt to prevent distracted driving accidents. However, a recent study has revealed that these devices do not eliminate distractions while driving. Distracted driving is a real problem. In 2013, over 3,000 people were killed in accidents involving distracted drivers. Of these, 23 percent involved young adults. While advances in technology intend to help reduce distractions, hands-free devices may not be sufficient. A recent study conducted by the American Automobile Association and the University of Utah shows that the…

Technology has improved the lives of people in Massachusetts. Through its use, people are better able to seek help in an emergency as well as stay in touch with family and friends who are scattered across the country. Unfortunately, people who use their phones while driving could potentially cause distracted driving accidents that have devastating consequences. A recently proposed law could further limit the use of cellphones while driving in Massachusetts. Under current law, all drivers are banned from texting while driving. Anyone under the age of 18 is prohibited from any cellphone use. However, Massachusetts police officers claim that it is…

Motor vehicle accidents happen in Massachusetts every day. Most drivers involved in an accident remain at the scene as police arrive to sort out the events leading to the accident. However, police in Massachusetts claim that one woman fled from the scene of two different car accidents before a third collision caused her car to stop. She has since been arrested and faces multiple charges. The series of accidents occurred one evening in late September. Police claim that a vehicle driven by 35-year-old woman initially struck several vehicles. One of the vehicles, a parked sports utility vehicle, was reportedly struck head on,…