Boston Personal Injury Attorney Blog

April 17, 2018

Medical Condition Causes Quincy Man to Run into Vehicle and Home (Update)

New details have been released on the Quincy accident that saw a car crash into a Quarry Street home on Sunday.

Initially, it was reported that only one vehicle crashed into the building. However, an additional vehicle also crashed into a home on that night. They were a Chevy pick up truck and a Pontiac Sport Utility Vehicle.

The accident resulted in occupants of the home having to be relocated due to the level of damage. A government official from Quincy decided that the home was not habitable after all, cutting the power and gas.

The cause of the accident was revealed to be a medical problem that preceded the first driver’s impact into the second car, which ended with both vehicles crashing into the home. The second driver, also a male, sustained no injuries.

April 17, 2018

Witnesses Provide More Details in Accident that Killed Lowell Man While Walking (Update)

by Jeffrey S. Glassman

On Monday a male in his 60s was involved in a fatal pedestrian car accident in Lowell. Bystanders at the scene have revealed today that the man was on the curb and fell off the curb when the pickup truck hit him. News reports have still not provided his identity.

The witnesses, Penny Cote and Joe Johnson, to the tragic event were actually on the sidewalk with the man when he lost his balance and fell into the street. They say that the truck driver did not leave after the accident.

An investigation is ongoing.

April 17, 2018

Early Morning Rollover Car Accident in Mansfield

by Jeffrey S. Glassman

At 5:19 a.m. Massachusetts State Police released reports that a car rollover accident occurred in Mansfield.

The accident took place on Route 495 North just before Route 95, near exit 13. It was a two-car collision with injury.

Lanes were closed to traffic temporarily.

April 17, 2018

Male Pedestrian Killed by Vehicle in Lowell

by Jeffrey S. Glassman

At 5 p.m. on Monday a male in his 60s was hit by a vehicle, driven by a man in his 30s, and killed while on a walk in Lowell. The accident occurred on Church Street near Warrent Street according to the Middlesex District Attorney’s Office. The man was taken to a nearby hospital with severe injuries, where he succumbed to those injuries.

Lowell Police, Massachusetts State Police and the State Police Collision Analysis and Reconstruction Section are looking into the incident.

April 16, 2018

Preventing Construction Site Injuries

by Jeffrey S. Glassman

The Bureau of Labor Statistics reveals that less than 10% of construction laborers will be the victim of an injury on site annually. Yet, there were nearly 900 deaths annually at construction sites across the country.

Construction site injuries and accidents often occur because those in charge try to cut corners to be more profitable. Instead of complying with government standards and regulation, they opt for faster cheaper work. This results in unsafe working conditions, workers who are not trained fully, lack of safety inspections, negligent workers, or defective equipment use.

April 16, 2018

Why Texting is the Most Dangerous Distraction

by Jeffrey S. Glassman

The nation has seen an increased focus on the dangers of distracted driving in recent years. While any one of a number of possible distractions can pull a motorist’s eyes off the road long enough to cause a traffic accident, few dangers are as prevalent as the recurring problem of people texting while driving.

If you suffered serious injuries or your loved one was killed in an accident caused by a driver who was text messaging at the time of the crash, it is in your best interest to avoid speaking to any insurance company until you have legal representation. You should call (617) 777-7777 to discuss your case with Jeffrey Glassman Injury Lawyers.

April 16, 2018

Wrongful Death Laws in Massachusetts

by Jeffrey S. Glassman

The unexpected death of a loved one in an accident is commonly referred to as a wrongful death. Under Massachusetts state law, people or entities responsible for wrongful deaths can be liable to the deceased’s estate for various damages.

It is important for families to understand that state law only allows people three years from the date of a fatal accident to commence a legal action. Families understandably need time to grieve, but an attorney can usually handle the necessary paperwork and court appearances to guarantee your legal rights during this time.

If your loved one was killed in an accident caused by the negligence of another party, you will want to contact Jeffrey Glassman Injury Lawyers as soon as possible. Call (617) 777-7777 right now to receive a free consultation.

April 16, 2018

Motorcycle Crashes Cause Lifelong Challenges

by Jeffrey S. Glassman

While many motorcycle riders enjoy the freeing feeling associated with riding motorcycles on roads throughout Massachusetts, the truth is that motorcyclists are frequently exposed to serious injuries when they happen to be involved in motor vehicle accidents. The inherent lack of protection afforded to motorcycle riders often means that these individuals are usually susceptible to much more severe injuries in most crashes.

Did you sustain extensive injuries or was your loved one killed in a motorcycle crash anywhere in Massachusetts? You will want to contact Jeffrey Glassman Injury Lawyers as soon as possible at (617) 777-7777 to have our personal injury lawyer provide a complete evaluation of your case.

April 16, 2018

Police Identify Man in Fatal Revere Hit-and-Run (Update)

by Jeffrey S. Glassman

The driver behind the fatal hit-and-run crash from April 9th, has been identified as 79-year-old, Paul Graffe. His attorney issued a statement indicating that the man believed he had hit a pothole on Route 145, the scene of the fatal accident. It was not until he was home, and his family assessed the damage on the car that he realized what happened Monday evening. On that Monday evening he also experienced chest pains and was rushed to the hospital. He was released this past Friday, April 13th.

Revere Police Headquarters reports that there was no indication of impairment of the driver by drugs or alcohol. Mr. Gaffe, through his attorney, is fully cooperating with the investigation.

Fatal Hit-and-Run Accidents

April 16, 2018

Massachusetts Turnpike Potholes Cause Trouble for Several Vehicles

by Jeffrey S. Glassman

In Sturbridge, a large pothole at Exit 9 of the Massachusetts Turnpike caused trouble for many vehicles on Monday. The Massachusetts Department of Transportation had to close down several lanes to fill in the pothole. The closure also affected the exit near Interstate 84 west.

The vehicles that came into contact with the potholes could not be moved and needed the assistance of the Massachusetts Department of Transportation emergency service patrol truck.

There is no information on whether any of the drivers suffered injuries.