Massachusetts residents face serious danger if they’re involved in accidents involving a truck. One of the leading causes of these accidents is improperly loaded cargo. What types of improper cargo loading can lead to accidents? Motor vehicle accidents can occur when...
Car Accidents
Recoverable damages after a car crash
Massachusetts law provides compensation to car accident victims for damages they suffer due to these collisions. Here, we'll cover the various types of damages that car accident victims are entitled to. Whether the cause of an accident is mere negligence, impaired...
Common causes of motorcycle accidents
Motorcyclists in Massachusetts get into a lot more fatal accidents than passenger car drivers. When accounting for vehicle miles traveled, motorcyclists are 27 times more likely to die on the road than car drivers. Here are some of the main reasons fatal motorcycle...
Truck accidents and drowsy driving
Fatigue can be a major problem for truck drivers in Massachusetts. Working long hours without rest, getting poor sleep and being under work-related stress can all contribute to truck driver fatigue. The statistics on truck driver fatigue According to the National...
Looking at accidents can cause accidents
When people drive past Massachusetts car accidents, many slow down and try to look to see what is going on. Rubbernecking is a type of distracted driving. It not only leads to traffic jams, but it also can cause other accidents to happen. Why do people engage in...
Driving distractions present a serious accident risk
There are many forms of distracted driving. While the most current attention has been focused on the use of media devices and cellphones while moving, the truth is that there have been other forms of distracted driving going on for decades. Before cellphones, one of...
The dangers of driving while high
Contrary to what many might believe, driving while high or under the influence of marijuana is not safe, nor is it legal in Massachusetts. Operating a motor vehicle in this condition involves significant risks, including legal ones. Legalization prompts questions...
