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It’s uncommon for people to die from caffeine, but that doesn’t mean it can’t happen. In fact, when caffeine-related deaths occur, it might be because of negligence, allowing survivors to seek compensation from at-fault parties. When people die from too much caffeine, it is often because they consume too many supplements or excess powders and […]

Construction site safety should be paramount in a project, especially when cranes are being used. Numerous safety regulations govern the use of cranes, but it can be extremely difficult for victims to determine who should be held liable when a crane tips over and causes injuries. Our lawyers understand the complex web of responsibility that […]

Head injuries, even minor ones, can cause victims significant damages that they need compensation for. Unfortunately, many victims do not know how much their claims are truly worth and can lose compensation if they accept a lower settlement because of it. While head injuries typically range in classes of severity, there is typically no “average” […]

The crane is among the most dangerous machinery on any construction site. When workers are ill-trained or rush to move the crane’s load, it often leads to catastrophic and fatal crushing accidents. Crushing injuries caused by cranes are the most common types associated with crane accidents, accounting for over half of the crane injuries over […]

Most construction sites are fraught with various dangers. Among the worst accidents on construction sites are those caused by workers falling and falling objects. However, construction companies must install safety net systems anywhere workers are exposed to falling dangers. If they fail to do so, they are in violation of numerous federal and, likely, state […]

Many injured workers want to get back on the job as soon as possible, and Workers’ Compensation may cover programs that facilitate your return to the workforce. Massachusetts provides vocational rehabilitation (VR) services to hurt workers through the Office of Education and Vocational Rehabilitation (OEVR). VR services attempt to get workers back in their previous […]

Whether working on a small construction project or a multi-story site, falling objects seriously threaten workers. However, tools and equipment do not fall independently, as someone is usually at fault. Accidents caused by falling objects happen far too often for them to be random occurrences. Studies show workers are injured by falling objects almost every 10 […]

Personal injuries might affect your life emotionally, not just financially, entitling you to more compensation from a negligent party. Victims can typically seek compensation for all damages due to negligence, including loss of enjoyment of life, which is classified under non-economic damages. Non-economic damages are intangible and refer to the emotional distress often associated with […]

Accidents and injuries are a fact of life, and most people experience an injury at some point in their lives. When someone else is responsible for causing the accident that hurt you, they may agree to negotiate a settlement to avoid a trial. Settlements can be a great way to get compensation quickly, but you […]

Disfiguring injuries like limb loss and permanent scarring are some of the most distressing and expensive injuries victims sustain because of negligence, warranting compensation. After suffering disfiguring injuries or scarring from burns, victims may file lawsuits against liable parties. These injuries are most common in car accidents, so you may have to show you pass […]

Workers’ Compensation may be available for those injured at work who cannot work in the same capacity. Some are so badly injured that they are totally disabled and cannot work at all for a while or forever. Others are partially disabled and can still work but to a lesser extent, usually earning less income. Workers’ […]

Workplace injuries can be incredibly traumatic. When people think of workplace injuries, something like falling off of scaffolding or getting hit on the head by something heavy is probably what comes to mind. However, what often gets left out is the psychological effect that these injuries can have. Indeed, victims of workplace accidents often experience […]