Car accidents can be jarring for even the most experienced Massachusetts drivers. If you remember to do these essential steps immediately after a car accident, it can make the aftermath go much smoother. Check for injuries Ensuring everyone’s safety takes priority...
Motor Vehicle Accidents
Injuries sustained by backseat passengers in car accidents
There is a misconception that riding in the back seat keeps you safer in the event of a car accident. However, if you’re in the back and the vehicle you’re in gets into a collision on a Massachusetts road, you can easily suffer injuries. These are the most common and...
Calculating the extensive overall cost of auto accidents
Massachusetts auto accidents exact a significant cost on the people involved. This includes injuries, treatment, property damage, a negative impact on their personal life and obstacles moving forward professionally. In addition, the true overall cost of a crash is...
Types of injuries from motorcycle accidents
Traumatic injuries can occur in almost any motorcycle accident in Massachusetts because there is very little protection for the rider. The most minor of these accidents often cause lost workdays while the most serious ones can require long-term care. Road rash When a...
Car accidents: Fractures and broken bones
Car accidents can cause a wide range of injuries, and some of the most painful are fractures and broken bones. Let's examine some of the most common fractures and broken bones that Massachusetts motorists suffer in collisions. Arm and wrist fractures Fractures of the...
Do panoramic sunroofs create safety hazards?
Many of the luxury cars and SUVs purchased in Massachusetts and around the country feature panoramic sunroofs. These laminated glass panels create a more pleasant environment for vehicle occupants, but do they compromise safety? Logic would suggest that they do. After...
Wheels falling off trucks
Driving in Massachusetts can be hazardous, especially highway driving. And one of the largest risk factors you may not know much about is tires and wheels falling off of 18-wheeler trucks. Wheels falling off trucks lead to numerous devastating motor vehicle accidents...
High-risk wheels: car models associated with DUI incidents
Every year, numerous motor vehicle accidents in Massachusetts are caused by drivers who make the reckless decision to get behind the wheel after drinking. While driving drunk is never a good idea, some car models are associated with more DUIs than others. The...
Important things to do after a car accident
If you're involved in a motor vehicle accident on Massachusetts roadways, there are certain things that you should do to protect yourself and the other drivers involved. Failure to take the necessary precautions can result in serious legal penalties as well as medical...
The science of car crashes
Car crashes are an unfortunate reality of modern life in Massachusetts. But there is a science of car crashes that can be helpful to drivers. Understanding this science can help drivers make better decisions and drive more safely. Science behind a car crash The most...