During the end of 2011, rider statistics for the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA) totaled nearly 1.5 million per weekday. As of November of 2011, the system had seen its third straight month of more than 1.3 million riders. State officials conclude that 2011 was the busiest year on the…
After a severe 2009 single-car accident in Newton, a 20-year-old from Waltham knew her life may never be the same. After her accident, the young woman had no feeling in the lower half of her body, according to Wicked Local Waltham. With statistics against her, she’s determined to prevail. She…
As we recently reported on our Boston Personal Injury Attorney Blog, there are some important and beneficial changes that have been proposed to state government to make our roadways safer for pedestrians. WalkBoston has made these proposals to officials and say they are the key to making our roadways safer…
In 2010, there were nearly 20 reports to the Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) of toy-related child fatalities. The children who were killed from defective products during that year were all under the age of 15. The CPSC has determined that game and accessory parts, small balls and balloons were…
The dashboards of our vehicles are beginning to mirror a scene out of Star Trek. They’re getting more and more advanced and new technologies are making it easier for drivers to access text messages, phone calls, GPS devices and the internet all while driving. What they’re also doing is increasing…
Children under the age of 14-years-old shouldn’t be allowed to play tackle football, lacrosse or ice hockey unless there are special rules in place to reduce their risks of concussions or other sports-related injuries in Massachusetts and elsewhere. That’s what Dr. Robert Cantu of Boston University is saying. He adds…
Boston streets are some of the busiest in the country. That’s the reason why risks for pedestrian accidents in Massachusetts are so high. You need to be on the top on your game to avoid one of these accidents along our state’s roadways. An elderly resident was recently killed in…
You may not be able to bask in the sun during the winter season, but that doesn’t mean there’s no fun to be had. Many residents turn to snowmobiles and other winter activities to stay active and to have some fun in the frigid winter weather. With these fun activities…
Whether your family is visiting Boston from out-of-town or simply enjoying your home city on a “staycation,” know that hotels and other businesses have a responsibility to protect visitors and customers and prevent child injuries in Boston and beyond. Our Boston personal injury attorneys have learned that more than 16,300…
Football players pride themselves on being tenacious and tough. The rigors of the game, however, can lead to potentially fatal sports injuries in Boston and beyond. Our Boston sports injury attorneys have seen cases ranging from concussions and broken bones to permanent brain damage and even death. Often, these situations…