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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....

Workers' CompensationMassachusetts Appellate Court Affirms Ruling in Severe Car Accident Claim Involving ‘Going & Coming’ Rule

November 16, 20190

If you were injured at work, the Massachusetts workers’ compensation system can provide you with benefit payments to replace your lost wages as well as reimbursements for any reasonable and necessary medical expenses that you suffered as a result. For employees who travel, there are many complex doctrines that govern when an employee’s injury will...

Workers' CompensationMassachusetts Appellate Court Reverses Denial of Benefits Based on Erroneous Finding of Maximum Medical Improvement

November 13, 20190

If you are hurt at work, the Massachusetts workers’ compensation system can provide you with compensation to cover your missed wages while you heal as well as payments for any medical expenses you incur as a result of your injuries. There are many work-related injuries that get better over time with rest and appropriate medical...

Truck Accident InjuryTwo Recent Boston Truck Accidents Result in Serious Injuries, Including a Fatality

November 7, 20190

Injury accidents are stressful and inconvenient no matter how mild the resulting injuries may be. One of the worst outcomes, however, is a fatal injury. No amount of money can truly make a family whole again after the sudden and avoidable loss of a loved one, but it can help cope with the financial impact...

Workers' CompensationMassachusetts Appellate Court Upholds Award of Permanent and Total Disability Benefits in Psychiatric Hospital Attack

October 29, 20190

If you are injured at work, you will probably have to take some time off to address your injuries, receive medical treatment, and heal. In some situations, your injuries may resolve over time. But in unfortunate situations involving severe work-related injuries, you may be left with a permanent disability. Some insurers will try to argue...

Auto AccidentNational Teen Driver Safety Week Highlights the Dangers that Teen Drivers Pose

October 23, 20190

Teen drivers are some of the most dangerous motorists on the roadways. Whether due to a lack of experience or naive beliefs regarding how they should be acting behind the wheel, teens tend to take their driving privileges for granted. In fact, during 2017 over 2,500 teenagers lost their lives in fatal motor vehicle accidents...

Workers' CompensationMassachusetts Appellate Court Issues Ruling Regarding Seasonal Wages in Case Involving Average Weekly Wage Dispute

October 16, 20190

If you are awarded benefits in a Boston workers’ compensation case, the court will calculate your average weekly wage to determine the amount of benefits that you should receive. This figure can be calculated in a number of ways. When an employee has multiple forms of employment including seasonal employment, the calculation can become incredibly...

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