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So you took the first big step in deciding to file a lawsuit. Now what? There are a series of possible outcomes that could occur depending on the unique circumstances of your case. Regardless of the type of civil legal matter you are involved in, whether it is a personal injury case or an auto […]

“He assumed the risk.” it is a phrase that we hear both colloquially and in the legal sense, but what does it really mean? In a civil lawsuit, the plaintiff is the person who is claiming the defendant caused injury to them in some way. Assumption of the risk is a defense that the defendant […]

After a car accident in Massachusetts, you may need money to cover your unexpected medical costs and your lost wages from missing work. You may also have various other damages that need covering, depending on your circumstances. Taking your lawsuit to trial is always an option, but trials tend to be long, tiresome, and unpredictable. […]

A Boston Globe special edition story brought to light the many dangers of student housing overcrowding. with rental prices high, students and other young people are likely to take advantage of every money-saving trick possible, including living in overcrowded conditions. The fact that most dwellings have occupancy limits defined by state and local statutes is […]

We recently explored some of the hidden dangers of utilizing ride sharing services such as Uber and Lyft from a personal injury aspect. New concerns are flooding the media, not only about patron safety, but the rights of the workers “employed” by these companies. According to our Malden Uber & Lyft accident lawyer, ridesharing workers […]

In addition to extensive bus and subway systems, taxis are still the go-to for quick, inter-city transportation. People may choose a mode of transportation or even a specific taxi company after weighing price, convenience, availability, and safety. Still, if you are injured in a taxi accident, you should know the legal options at your disposal […]

When you suffer injury or illness that forces you out of your job, you may be faced with financial hardship, loss of enjoyment of life, and many decisions that will dictate the stability of your future. While all of this can be frightening, emotional, and difficult to cope with, there are always options. If you […]

A personal injury lawsuit can result from any number of different injuries sustained in a variety of places. If you believe someone else is responsible for your injuries, you may want to consider a lawsuit to get compensation for your damages. When an institution, like a college or university, is responsible for your injuries rather […]

Firefighters and Workers’ Compensation in Massachusetts In Massachusetts, workers’ compensation is available to most employees. In many cases, workers’ compensation is the legally required course of action if a worker is injured. However, the law applied differently to certain workers who are not considered within the legal definition of “employees.” Firefighters can be hard to […]

Businesses have an obligation to provide a safe working environment for their workforce. Employers need to ensure that if there are dangerous conditions at work, those risks are minimized. Because there may be a tendency for organizations to not comply with safety standards without pressure, the United States Department of Labor has the ability to […]

We have all been there – nearly involved in an auto accident because another driver was driving dangerously or ignoring posted traffic regulations. Whether it was another driver swerving dangerously close to your car without signaling or someone flying through a stop sign without slowing down, you might experience a sense of anger, fear, relief, […]

A post published on ESPN.com describes the problems that were confronting the National Football League because of a disagreement between the NFL Players Association and the league owners concerning the issue of workers’ compensation. Specifically, there was an argument regarding a bill in the Louisiana state legislature that the New Orleans Saints supported. When the […]