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…
Young drivers are some of the most at-risk for Boston car accidents and for crashes across the country. In fact, the department of transportation offers the following guidelines for young motorists: 1. Wear your seat belt. It’s your first line of defense against serious injury, and statistics show that of…
Speeding and aggressive driving are often factors in serious Boston car crashes. We all know how frustrating it can be when we’re running late or when someone cuts you off in traffic. But our Boston car accident attorneys have seen firsthand how dangerous it can be when drivers drop their…
Imagine walking outside your front door to a war zone every day — without a bullet-proof vest. That’s exactly the kind of risk you’re taking when you get into a vehicle without buckling your seat belt. If you want to protect yourself from the serious injury or death that could…
Increasingly, a significant percentage of fatalities on our roadways involve pedestrian accidents in Boston and throughout the country. According to the Safekids USA reports that other than the street, many young children are struck in driveways, parking lots and sidewalks. The state’s highway safety division partners with WalkBoston to promote…