Most people assume that if their loved one dies in Massachusetts, they have the right to file a wrongful death lawsuit. However, this isn't always the case. Many states have laws dictating who can file a wrongful death lawsuit, and it's not always the family members....
Month: July 2017
Three ways wrongful death suits can help family members
If a loved one dies because of another person's negligent behavior, it may be possible to pursue a wrongful death suit against that individual. Hospitals, insurance companies and other entities based in Massachusetts or elsewhere may also be named in such a lawsuit....
Top 10 ways to avoid nursing injuries and illnesses
As a nurse in Somerset, Massachusetts, you run the risk every day of being injured or falling ill. There are various ways to avoid these incidents, though, and American Mobile Healthcare gives 10 tips. Ways to prevent illness The initial two tips concern what you do...
Drowsy driving, its effects and ways to reduce it
You were injured in a car accident in Massachusetts, and you found that the other driver was drowsy. Unfortunately, drowsy driving crashes are not uncommon as many adults will fail to get the recommended seven hours of sleep each night. In fact, the AAA Foundation for...
Drowsy driving is widespread and deadly
You were hit by a negligent driver in Somerset, Massachusetts, and may be in a condition where you can't even support your children. If first-party benefits don't cover all of your injury-related losses, then you might be able to file a third-party insurance claim....
Driver preparation may prevent distracted truck accidents
In Massachusetts and throughout the United States, trucks are a constant on the road. Their size and the speeds they travel can be intimidating before considering the potential danger of a truck driver whose mind is not entirely focused on safety. There are many...
Bit by a dog in MA? What happens if the dog owner has no insurance?
In Massachusetts, we have laws that are incredibly protective of victims of dog bites that allows them to get compensation for costs and losses from dog owners. Massachusetts law mandates that dog owners are strictly liable for injuries that their dogs cause, meaning...
Our Support of Journey Forward of MA
As a personal injury lawyer in Fall River, MA, I’ve seen my fair share of injuries that have forever changed the lives of men, women, and children in my community. I’ve been impacted by these types of injuries on a personal level as well; I know all-too-well how...
Injured While on a Motorcycle – Know Your Rights! Fall River Attorney
What happens if you’re injured in an accident while on your motorcycle? First off, insurance laws in Massachusetts aren’t the same for motorcyclists as they are for car drivers. Learn how this impacts you and your case! Or, you can call for a free consultation with...
Motorcycle vs Car Accidents in Massachusetts
Fall River Attorney Steve Sabra discusses what you should if you’re a motorcyclist following an accident. Call for a free consultation with Attorneys Steve Sabra and Matt Aspden now! (508) 644-0108 or visit sabraandaspden.com.