When you’re injured and suffering from medical debt, how can you possibly afford to hire a lawyer? The answer is by agreeing to a contingency fee—an arrangement where your attorney will only collect payment if he wins your case. The last thing you need is to add legal bills to your pile of medical bills…. Read More
If A Driver Signaled But Didn’t Turn, Who Is At Fault For An Accident?
While some claim to be able to, it’s not possible to read the minds of other people. That’s why our cars have turn signals, also known as directionals and blinkers. So, we can communicate with other drivers when we plan to turn or change lanes, and conversely, know when others will do the same. At… Read More
What to Do If You’re Hit by A Truck While Walking
Due to the sheer size of trucks, a pedestrian who is hit by a truck is likely to sustain very severe injuries. A truck accident involving a pedestrian may even cause wrongful death. Unfortunately, being hit by a truck while walking is a fairly common occurrence here in New England. As a pedestrian, you can… Read More
Toxic Chemical Exposure in the Workplace
Does your job expose you to potentially dangerous chemicals? You’re not alone. OSHA estimates that 32 million Americans work with or are exposed to toxic chemicals. What’s more, many workers are unaware of potentially hazardous chemicals in their workplace. Common Workplace Chemicals Some workers may not realize they work with dangerous chemicals. These are some… Read More
How Long Should You Be Sore After A Car Accident?
Following a car accident, you may discover swelling, stiffness, and soreness in your back, neck, or other parts of your body. Mild soreness might go away after just a few hours. More severe injuries, however, may leave you in pain for several months. If the pain seems like it will never end, you might be… Read More
What Doctor to See After a Car Accident
The stress of a car accident causes your body’s adrenaline levels to surge. The adrenaline rush, also known as your fight or flight response, dampens your ability to feel pain. In other words, you might be hurt and not even know it. Everyone agrees that people with life-threatening injuries should go to the emergency room…. Read More
18 Post Car Accident Symptoms to Watch Out For
It’s natural to overlook your own injuries in the shock that follows a car accident. Between assessing the damage, talking to the police, and swapping insurance information, you’re rightfully disoriented and distracted. A few days later, though, the immediate stress has died down and your body’s inflammatory processes have picked up. You might wake up… Read More
Hypersomnia (Excessive Sleeping) After a Car Accident
Everyone reacts to the trauma of a car accident differently. Some people may feel like they have brain fog or have trouble believing the accident actually happened. Others might not be able to stop thinking about it, replaying the accident over and over in their minds. Some people might feel like nothing has changed at… Read More
Things to Keep in Mind During an Emergency Room Visit After a Car Accident
When you have been in a car accident, it’s important to seek medical attention right away. For most people, this means a trip to the emergency room (ER). If you feel your injuries aren’t that serious, you might be tempted to skip the ER—but we urge you to consider going. The visit is valuable both… Read More
Massachusetts Crosswalk, Jaywalking, & Other Pedestrian Laws
Massachusetts residents jaywalk so often that you might think we invented it (we’re looking at you, Boston). But is this commonplace practice merely an unsafe annoyance, or is it actually against the law? Let’s take a deep dive into Massachusetts crosswalk laws to find out. Massachusetts Right of Way Laws Massachusetts right of way laws… Read More
