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  • Safe Driving Tips for Bostonians

    Boston has been, remains, and will certainly continue to be one of the most desired areas to live and work in Massachusetts, and the country. Whether you are a longtime resident or are new to the area, driving safely will be essential if you hope to avoid one of the frequent auto wrecks that occur o...
  • Questions to Ask Your Boston Personal Injury Lawyer

    No one ever wants to have to file a personal injury lawsuit. But, when the person or entity responsible for causing your injuries refuses to provide you with the compensation that is rightfully yours, you may need to take legal action against them by pursuing a civil claim. As part of this process,...
  • Massachusetts Workers Comp Benefits for Back Injuries

    Dealing with a back injury is sure to be a challenge on its own, but when your back injury was caused during the course of your job and prevents you from being able to work, you may be entitled to workers compensation benefits. You can learn more about work comp eligibility in MA and, if approved, w...
  • How Will My SSD Application Be Evaluated?

    Whether you have already applied for social security disability (SSD) benefits or are preparing to file your claim for SSD benefits, you will likely want to know what you need to do in order to qualify, and how long you can expect it to take before you begin collecting benefits if your claim is appr...
  • SSD Application Timeline

    When you’re unable to work due a debilitating disability, you should be eligible for social security disability (SSD) benefits. Filing your application itself can be done by mail, over the telephone, or online. When you want your claim to be processed quickly, filing online is the best way to ...
  • Massachusetts Dog Bite Laws Explained

    When you are bitten by a dog in Massachusetts, there are specific laws you’ll want to be aware of when you begin the process of filing a civil lawsuit against the owner of the dog. These might include how long you’ll have to actually file your claim and if and when you’ll be able ...
  • Sexual Harassment Laws in Massachusetts

    Workplace sexual harassment is against the law in Massachusetts. If you think you’ve been sexually harassed in your Massachusetts place of work, you may be entitled to monetary damages.   Sexual Harassment Defined Sexual harassment in Massachusetts is defined as sexual advances, includ...
  • Social Security Disability Insurance: What's It Cover?

    Social Security Disability Insurance offers cash benefits to those who have become injured and are no longer able to work. However, not everyone qualifies. To receive Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits, you must have worked long enough in a job that paid into Social Security. This...
  • Boston Woman Charged with Two Counts of Vehicular Homicide

    No matter how safe you are or what precautions you take when you are behind the wheel, there is always the risk of other drivers who are reckless or driving under the influence. Both thirty-three-year-old Luz Puentes-Sheets and forty-four-year-old Maria Hernandez lost their lives while driving on a ...
  • How Seat Belt Use Could Affect a Personal Injury Claim

      Did you know that your decision on whether to use a seat belt can significantly impact your personal injury claim if you are injured in an accident? This surprising fact is true even when the other party clearly caused the accident. Choosing not to wear a seat belt significantly increases...