Personal Injury

Under Massachusetts common law, the owner or keeper of an animal usually considered docile, such as dogs, cats and birds, is liable to an injured person only where there is evidence that the animal was dangerous or had dangerous propensities. There is a statute that imposes greater liability on the owners and keepers of dogs, however. It provides that, if a dog causes bodily injury

If you’ve slipped, tripped, fallen or been injured in any way while on someone else’s property you should know about your legal rights. You may be able to pursue a premises liability case against the owner or other parties. What is premises liability? Massachusetts statutes require property owners to use “…a reasonable standard of care..” when it comes to protecting lawful visitors from injury on

The auto accidents insurance claim process in Massachusetts has some state laws that can add certain protections to accident claims with injuries. General Liability Insurance protects your business from liability and physical damage lawsuits from accidents caused by company vehicles Nevertheless, standard procedures are still there in how an insurance company generally deals with your accident, including during the investigation phase. Investigation After Filing Once you’ve

When you are injured in an accident, the pain and stress of dealing with your injury can be overwhelming. But you do not have to go it alone. A personal injury claim can help you receive compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and emotional trauma. What is a personal injury claim? A personal injury claim is a civil lawsuit which alleges that your injury was

Additional Information:  Traffic was at a standstill on Rte 9 in Worcester and I was rear ended while my car was stopped. A police report was filed, other driver was issued a citation.   As a result of the auto accident, I have nausea, dizziness, shortness of breath, and some pain.  Damage to my car includes damaged bumper, inverted body frame, passenger side door has trouble

Additional Information: I was in a serious auto accident in Worcester area.  My physician recently said I need surgery for my back injury and referred me to a neurosurgeon for a medical evaluation.  I am waiting for my HMO insurance to approve the referral to see the neurologist.  I originally declined the settlement offer from the insurance company but recently verbally accepted it as it

Additional  Information: I was involved in a car accident in Millbury and the police have sited me and majority fault is on me. I only have liability insurance that covers $15,000 per person.  If the other driver’s injuries or property damages exceed my policy limit, can he sue me to recover any additional costs?  I’m worried because I wouldn’t be able to cover it.  What

Additional Information: I was in an auto accident with a pedestrian.  I was driving through a parking lot in the Greater Worcester area and  just as I started to go I saw her.   The car was idling forward, my foot wasn’t even on the gas yet.  I immediately hit the brakes and my vehicle barely bumped her.  It looks like she was just stunned or