On behalf of Donovan O'Connor & Dodig, LLP | Mar 27, 2020 | Motor Vehicle Accidents
Perhaps you were injured while commuting to Boston, and you found out that the other driver was distracted. Any number of things, from billboards to phones, can become a distraction, but many drivers in Massachusetts would not think that driver-assist tech can be...
On behalf of Donovan O'Connor & Dodig, LLP | Mar 26, 2020 | Motor Vehicle Accidents
Quick reactions are essential to safe driving in Massachusetts. Thus, one of the greatest dangers with distractions, whether they come from one’s phone or from a conversation with a passenger, is that they slow down this reaction time and raise the risk for a...
On behalf of Donovan O'Connor & Dodig, LLP | Feb 21, 2020 | Motor Vehicle Accidents
Distracted driving crashes killed 3,166 people in Massachusetts and across the U.S. in 2017. While there are safety systems that can respond to distracted behavior in drivers, their effect is being counteracted by other tech. Semi-autonomous cars are, in fact,...
On behalf of Donovan O'Connor & Dodig, LLP | Dec 23, 2019 | Motor Vehicle Accidents
If you are ever struck by a vehicle and injured, do not assume the driver is the only party who can be held responsible for your injuries. Talk to a lawyer who can further investigate the situation, because others may have played a part and may have liability under...
On behalf of Donovan O'Connor & Dodig, LLP | Sep 27, 2019 | Motor Vehicle Accidents
Today, most drivers in Massachusetts are aware of the dangers associated with using a cell phone while driving. Despite this knowledge, some drivers still decide to reach for their phone while driving. Even if it is for a second, the reality is that using a cell phone...
On behalf of Donovan O'Connor & Dodig, LLP | Aug 14, 2019 | Motor Vehicle Accidents
Some would say that car crashes are not accidents, as they have a cause. In many cases, it is due to a driver being distracted, reckless or intoxicated. The aftermath of some motor vehicle collisions can be devastating. What can be even more troubling is that the...
On behalf of Donovan O'Connor & Dodig, LLP | Jun 26, 2019 | Motor Vehicle Accidents
Carpooling or ridesharing can be a great way to get to work. Everyone involved saves money on gas, it’s good for the environment, it reduces traffic, and you get the benefit of being able to use the faster commuter lanes to save time. In addition, an employer...
On behalf of Donovan O'Connor & Dodig, LLP | Jun 20, 2019 | Motor Vehicle Accidents
The highways in Massachusetts and elsewhere are filled with various vehicles. While many travel in their personal vehicles, others use public and private forms of transportation to get to their final destinations. These larger forms of transportation can put numerous...
On behalf of Donovan O'Connor & Dodig, LLP | Mar 15, 2019 | Motor Vehicle Accidents
A long commute to work and a long commute home can be exhausting, even when a great job makes your commute worth doing every day. However, as you get familiar with your route, you may become less attentive as a driver, which can lead to being involved in a car crash...
On behalf of Donovan O'Connor & Dodig, LLP | Dec 11, 2018 | Motor Vehicle Accidents
Gas stations with convenience stores are useful places to fuel up with gas (and coffee) on the way to work, but their layouts can be treacherous. In some cases, they are designed in such a way that cars can enter without significantly slowing down and there are not...
