Fatalities are one of the worst possible outcomes that can happen after a crash. No amount of compensation or mourning can truly repair a family after the sudden and unexpected loss of a loved one due to negligent conduct from another motorist that could have been avoided. In some cases, however, a single-car crash can...
Workers' CompensationMassachusetts Appellate Court Reverses Denial of Benefits due to Judge’s Improper Reliance on Video Surveillance Footage
January 29, 20200
There are a number of variables that a workers’ compensation judge must consider when determining if someone who was injured at work should receive benefits through the Massachusetts workers’ compensation system. One of these factors, and a frequently debated issue in workers’ compensation claims, is whether the injury that happened is related to the worker’s...
Workers' CompensationMassachusetts Appellate Court Upholds Denial of Claim for Right Shoulder Injury Due to Fall from Work Truck at Home
January 16, 20200
If you are hurt at work then you may experience a debilitating injury that impacts not only your ability to continue your job, but your future health over the rest of your lifetime. The workers’ compensation system is designed to provide injured workers with the financial support they may need to cope with missed wages...
Truck Accident InjuryMassachusetts Appellate Court Upholds Dismissal of Negligence Claim against Repair Shop in Truck Accident Fatality
January 11, 20200
Truck accidents can be particularly devastating due to the size and weight of these vehicles, even when it comes to passenger injuries and fatalities. If the truck was being used in a commercial enterprise, then it is important to know whether you can bring a claim against the company that employed the driver and/or was...
Workers' CompensationMassachusetts Appeals Court Reverses Erroneous Termination of Benefits Based on Finding of Maximum Medical Improvement
December 27, 20190
The Massachusetts workers’ compensation system is complex and features many different procedural steps, findings, and terms. If you were hurt at work, and you are either considering filing a claim for compensation or in the middle of a claim dispute, you likely have learned about this complexity firsthand. At Mass Injury Group, our Boston workers’...
Pedestrian AccidentMassachusetts Appellate Court Upholds Summary Judgment for Defendants in Fatal Pedestrian Accident Case Involving a Minor
December 23, 20190
Car accidents can come in many different types and varieties including truck accidents, drunk driving accidents, and distracted driving accidents. A particularly devastating type of collision, however, is a pedestrian accident. This involves situations in which a motor vehicle collides with a pedestrian usually resulting in devastating injuries or even fatalities in some severe situations....
Workers' CompensationMassachusetts Appellate Court Issues Opinion in Claim Dispute Involving Late Notice of Injury to the Employer
December 16, 20190
If you were hurt at work, chances are you have several questions about where to start and how to secure the benefit payments that you are owed. Mass Injury Group has assisted with numerous Boston workers’ compensation claims, helping people navigate the complex workers’ compensation system and dealing with insurance companies. We understand how important...
Workers' CompensationMassachusetts Court Discusses Workers’ Compensation Claim Involving Allegations of Bias Against Judge in Conducting a Work Capacity Analysis
December 14, 20190
Work injuries take many shapes and forms, from relatively minor conditions that heal over time to life-altering conditions that leave the victim with permanent disabilities and physical pain. In a workers’ compensation claim, part of the determination regarding the amount of benefits you are entitled to receive involves assessing your ability to work and determining...
Auto AccidentMassachusetts Appellate Court Upholds Application of Comparative Negligence Rule in Car Accident Case
December 9, 20190
Massachusetts has adopted the modified comparative negligence rule which states that a plaintiff cannot recover compensation from a negligent party if it is concluded that the plaintiff was 50 percent or more at fault for the accident. This is a critical rule to keep in mind during a car accident or other personal injury case...
Auto AccidentMassachusetts Appellate Court Affirms Denial of Pain and Suffering Benefits in Passenger Injury Car Accident Case
November 19, 20190
Car accidents can be incredibly complicated and involve numerous claims against the person who caused the accident and a claim with the insurance companies involved in the lawsuit. If you are facing a car accident dispute and feel overwhelmed by the situation, it is totally normal. A seasoned Boston car accident lawyer like Michael O....