When a car hits a pedestrian, there is often significant personal injury or death. Due to the fact that a car weights over 2,000 pounds and is moving, and a pedestrian has almost no protection, the pedestrian would be very fortunate to only suffer minor injuries, and that is not…
Each year, as millions of Americans celebrate Memorial Day with backyard cookouts and family get-togethers to mark the unofficial start to summer, there is another period we enter known as the “100 Deadliest Days for Teen Driving.” As discussed in a recent news article from CBS Baltimore, during the roughly 100…
According to a recent report by The New York Times, car accidents are still a leading cause of child deaths nationwide. Many of those killed were not wearing seat belts. In children under the age of 15, the top cause of death is from unintentional injuries, and the clear majority of these…
Aggressive driving is a serious problem in Boston, which was deemed last year to have the “worst drivers” in the U.S. – largely attributed to the arguably deserved reputation for being rude, argumentative and on the offensive. But we certainly aren’t the only ones affected by this issue. NFL cornerback…
A Boston car accident can leave you reeling, unsure of your next move. A recent news feature by CBS 12 News discussed what you should do following a serious car accident. While it is likely that you may have already been in a serious Boston car accident if you are reading…
Distracted driving is increasingly becoming one of the biggest problems on the road and the cause of many serious car accidents, including fatal car accidents. Per a recent study by Zendrive, Massachusetts drivers are among the most distracted. One thing to keep in mind is that it is hard to quantify distracted…
If you are the parent of a teenager with a license, or who has friends with a license, you should be aware of the high risks of teen collisions during the summer months. More than 5,000 people died in collisions during June, July, and August involving teen drivers between 2010…
During summer holidays, the roads throughout Boston grow increasingly dangerous. USA Today listed the most dangerous holidays of the year when the risks of motor vehicle collisions are at their highest. All of the big summer holidays, including Memorial Day, Labor Day and Independence Day are on the list along with…
From Memorial Day to Labor Day, there is a significantly increased risk of auto accidents in Boston and throughout the United States. CNN reported on the elevated collision risk, which has grown worse in recent years. The dangers of summer driving accidents are so substantial, this period of time has actually…
The Milford Daily News recently reported a man from Bellingham was one of two killed in a fatal truck accident. One victim was 52-years-old at the time of his death, and the other victim was 61-years-old. The accident involved a collision between a sport utility vehicle (SUV) and a full-sized semi tractor-trailer. Following the…