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Massachusetts woman hit by a car while on sidewalk

On behalf of posted in Pedestrian Accidents on Tuesday March 24, 2015

There are some hidden dangers in almost everything people do. However, most people feel relatively safe when walking on Massachusetts sidewalks. Unfortunately, even sidewalks offer little safety when there are drivers under the influence of alcohol on the roadways. Police say that one woman was hit by a car while she was on a sidewalk. The driver of the car is suspected of drunk driving. The incident occurred in mid-March. Police report that a witness called 911, reporting a van that was being driven erratically. According to her call, the van nearly hit several oncoming vehicles. Before police could locate…

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Car impounded after pedestrian accident in Massachusetts

On behalf of posted in Pedestrian Accidents on Thursday March 19, 2015

Human beings have certain responsibilities to one another. Beyond not intentionally causing harm to another person, one who injures another is expected to provide aid for that person. Unfortunately, hit-and-run accidents occur all too often. One Massachusetts teenager recently suffered serious injuries in a pedestrian accident after being struck by a car that then fled the scene. Police appear to be making headway toward finding the driver. The accident happened just after 9 p.m. in mid-March. Police believe that the 16-year-old boy may have been skateboarding at the time he was struck. The young man was transported to the hospital where he…

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Massachusetts woman critically injured in pedestrian accident

On behalf of posted in Pedestrian Accidents on Wednesday December 17, 2014

Traveling by foot in a world that is dominated by motor vehicles is becoming a dangerous undertaking in the best circumstances. In light of the numerous reports of people being injured in a pedestrian accident, Massachusetts residents may wonder if they will be able to arrive safely if they choose to walk to a destination. Recently, police were called to another of these serious accidents. A 22-year-old woman was crossing a street near a local cemetery when she was struck by a car. She was reportedly using a the marked crosswalk at the time of the 5:30 p.m. accident. She suffered critical injuries…

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1 killed, 2 hurt when each hit by a car in separate accidents

On behalf of posted in Pedestrian Accidents on Thursday December 4, 2014

Massachusetts police were kept occupied on the night before Thanksgiving. There were three different accidents in a short period of time where each victim was hit by a car. One of the victims died. While the majority of Boston families were celebrating the holiday together, three families were left to pick up the pieces of their shattered lives. The first report concerned a fatal hit-and-run in the early evening hours. The victim, a man identified as in his 40s, was struck by a vehicle whose driver did not stop to render aid. Police have asked for help in locating the car and driver involved. The second incident occurred shortly…

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Another suit against doctor with history of medical malpractice

On behalf of posted in Medical Malpractice on Saturday November 22, 2014

A doctor is currently facing a medical malpractice lawsuit for the 12th time since 1996. Massachusetts readers will note that the most recent suit is related to complications following a laparoscopic procedure. The current case is the second time the doctor has been accused of medical malpractice just this year. According to records, this doctor has paid recompense related to malpractice cases on four different occasions since 2009. Three other lawsuits are currently pending in the legal system, and it is possible that a fifth payout could happen. It is not immediately clear why the repeated medical malpractice cases have not raised "red flags" within the medical…

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1 injured, 1 jailed after pedestrian accident in Massachusetts

On behalf of posted in Pedestrian Accidents on Friday November 14, 2014

Holidays often take a toll on law enforcement officials and other first responders. This year, Halloween was no different for the authorities in Massachusetts. They were called out on Halloween evening to the scene of a serious pedestrian accident. According to reports, a 27-year-old man struck a 38-year-old pedestrian with his car. When the authorities arrived on the scene, they found the victim to be suffering from severe injuries as a result of the accident. He was transported by ambulance to a helicopter and was then flown to a nearby medical center for treatment. The driver who allegedly struck the pedestrian was…

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Massachusetts officials concerned about nursing home negligence

On behalf of posted in Medical Malpractice on Friday October 10, 2014

A recent report concerning the quality of care provided by the various senior residences has prompted some officials to express their concerns over the facilities that provide care and housing to the elderly. While stories about nursing home negligence are not uncommon, another type of residence has come under increased scrutiny: assisted living centers. While these facilities are less regulated in the care provided to seniors, they might benefit from updated mandates. The Executive Office of Elder Affairs is charged with overseeing the estimated 220 assisted living homes located within the state. That translates to well over 13,500 seniors. Many believe that the agency is poorly equipped to handle…

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Massachusetts man suffers serious injury after being hit by a car

On behalf of posted in Pedestrian Accidents on Thursday October 2, 2014

Pedestrian versus car accidents often have a poor outcome for the person on foot. Recently, a 60-year-old man suffered serious injury after he was hit by a car. Massachusetts police reported that he was transported for possibly life-threatening injuries. The accident occurred around mid-afternoon as the older man was crossing the street not too far from the CambridgeSide Galleria, a popular shopping and dining destination in Cambridge. The man was struck by a vehicle operated by an out-of town driver. According to the police, the driver stopped and cooperated with authorities. The road where the accident occurred is described as heavily traveled but is not known to…

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Cancer patient receives $200K for misdiagnosis

On behalf of posted in Personal Injuries on Tuesday June 18, 2013

Recent studies have shown that misdiagnosis is a common cause of medical malpractice suits. While the risks associated with an incorrect diagnosis may be significant, even life threatening, one recent case shows that these risks are not only physical, but also psychological. In 2009, doctors at the Central Maine Medical Center diagnosed Wendell Strout with an aggressive form of pancreatic cancer. He was already at stage four, they said, and likely had only months to live. Strout, an animal control officer, took weeks off from his job and agonized over how to take care of his wife after he passed. Weeks passed…

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Two buses and a car, only four minor injuries

On behalf of posted in car accidents on Friday January 25, 2013

What happens when two buses and a car are involved in a three vehicle accident? Well, if you're lucky like those involved in the incident in Rochester, Massachusetts, not much. Normally, when reporting an accident involving two buses and a car, one would expect extensive damage. However, in this instance, only four minor injuries were sustained among the 40 plus individuals involved. According to police, a teenage driver lost control of her car when driving past a school lot as school was letting out for the day. The car apparently went off the side of the road briefly and in…

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