Car Accidents

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.…

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…