Welcome to the Mahaney & Pappas accident and injury blog. Here you will find information and views about Massachusetts personal injury cases, such as car accidents, trucking accidents, motorcycle accidents, and slip and falls as well as information and thoughts on Massachusetts workers’ compensation cases.
The blogs are put together by our legal team and focus on new and developing issues on injury cases, recent news about accidents and tips and recommendations for accident victims.
If, after browsing our blogs, you have questions about your case or injury or would like a free case evaluation, call us toll free at (888) 277-7413, call our main office at (508) 879-3500 or contact us online. It just might be the best decision you make.
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Study Found Massachusetts to be One of the Toughest States to Get a Driver’s LicenseA recent study by a personal injury law firm found Massachusetts to have the second hardest driver's license test in the country.
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About the Maximum Weekly Compensation for Injured Workers in Massachusetts?Massachusetts sets a maximum on the amount of weekly workers' compensation checks an injured worker can receive, which depends on the average weekly wage
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Three Tips To Avoid Distracted Driving in MassachusettsIn honor of National Distracted Driving Awareness Month, here are three tips to avoid distracted driving. Following these tips will help keep our roads safe.
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April Is Distracted Driving Awareness MonthIt's April, which means it is Distracted Driving Awareness Month. The increase in distracted driving accidents and injuries is a growing concern.
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Large Commercial Trucks Pose Serious Hazards on Massachusetts Highways. There are Solutions that Could Reduce These Types of Accidents.Trucking accidents account for many serious injuries and deaths on our roadways. There are crash avoidance systems that could reduce the amount of crashes.
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Releases and Settlement Agreements in Massachusetts Car Accident CasesWhen settling an injury claim from a car accident you will be required to sign a Release or Settlement Agreement. You should understand the consequences first.
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Negligence is a Major Factor In Car Accident Settlements in MassachusettsWhile there are many factors that determine a fair settlement for injuries in a car crash, the negligence of the parties involved may be the most important
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Seeking Medical Attention After a Car Crash in MassachusettsAfter being involved in a car accident in Massachusetts, you should seek medical treatment right away for any injuries or pain you suffer.
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Medical Marijuana in Massachusetts Not Covered by Workers' CompensationA judge in Massachusetts recently refused to order a workers' compensation insurer to pay for an injured worker's medical marijuana.
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The Winter Weather Causes An Increase in Slip and Falls at Work in MassachusettsDuring the winter months in Massachusetts, there are an increase in slip and fall accidents at work. Injured workers are entitled to workers' comp benefits.
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Proposed New Traffic Safety Laws & Their Potential Impact on Personal Injury Claims in MassachusettsIn Massachusetts, Governor Baker is proposing new traffic safety laws. Violations of these new laws may present issues on determining liability in a car crash
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If Medical Benefits Remain Open For Life After A Lump Sum Settlement in Massachusetts, Why Is Your Treatment Denied?If a Massachusetts workers' compensation claim is settled with liability, medical benefits are open for life. Treatment may be denied. Here's what you can do.