Experiencing a hit-and-run accident is a deeply traumatic and disorienting event. The abruptness of the incident, the unexpected jolt of shock, and the immediate aftermath can all contribute to a sense of chaos and confusion. This feeling is often intensified when the offender, rather than stopping and taking responsibility as…
Rear-end collisions are a frequent sight on our roads and highways. They can lead to severe injuries, substantial property damage, and, tragically, even fatalities. However, the likelihood of such incidents can be significantly reduced with the right knowledge, a proactive approach to driving, and a few simple precautions. At Jeffrey…
Bostonians have grown accustomed to the harsh New England winters. However, it’s important to be prepared for potential blizzards that can not only snow you in but leave you stranded in your car without any means of mobility. This could cause immense panic and severe harm if you’re unprepared. Fortunately,…
Driverless cars have returned to Boston, following a brief stoppage following a fatal crash in Arizona. After that incident, the City of Boston asked companies testing self-driving passenger car services to suspend all tests and pilot programs until a safety evaluation could be performed and various concerns addressed. The action…
Self-driving cars may well be the future of automotive travel in the U.S. – and it may happen sooner rather than later. Some cars like Tesla already have an advanced form of cruise control, but the truth is it’s a rudimentary form of a self-driving car. Google is working on…
Auto insurance in Massachusetts is not getting cheaper, so it may not be a great time to tell you to increase your UM/UIM coverage – but it’s important. Here’s why: Auto insurance premiums have recently hit a national average of $1,427, according to The Washington Post. This is for a…
Although many car accidents do not involve any malicious intent by the at-fault driver, and may indeed by “honest mistakes,” that’s still not necessarily the accurate legal conclusion. That’s because each and every time a motorist gets behind the wheel of a vehicle in Massachusetts, he or she owes a…
Most Boston car accident cases will settle prior to even being filed in the Suffolk Superior Court. In some cases, when a settlement offer by the at-fault driver’s insurance company is insufficient, the case will be filed in court, and then often settled prior to trial. A small number of…
In many Boston car accidents, there is often no question as to fault. These are called clear liability cases by attorneys and insurance company claims adjusters. For example, if a car is stopped at a red light and the driver behind that person is not paying attention and slams into…
While just a few years ago, self-driving cars seemed more like science fiction than reality, it now appears they will be regular fixtures on the road sooner rather than later. While Google is still devolving its system that uses advanced radar, GPS, an an array of camera’s, the high end…