Lowell, Massachusetts has the dubious distinction of being home to the most dangerous intersection in the state…and the second most dangerous. According to data from Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT), more collisions occurred at the intersection of Veterans of Foreign Wars Highway and Bridge Street in Lowell than at any other in the state: 136 crashes, with 37 resulting in injury or death. The corner of Appleton Street and Central Street took second place, with 94 total...
Posted by Kevin Broderick on 08/17/2019
Nearly six million motor vehicle collisions occur in the US every year, and approximately three million people get injured every year in car accidents. In most cases, the driver is at fault for the accident. While the victims of a car accident can sue the guilty driver (or their insurance company) to get compensation for injuries, getting the compensation is not an easy task and determining fault in a collision can get murky. The fault of the driver must be clearly established in the court to claim...
Posted by PersonalInjuryLaw.Guru Staff on 08/13/2019
When a medical error occurs during surgery, it can have very devastating consequences for the patient. According to some reports, there are over 28 million surgeries that occur every year in the United States, and every year patients suffer at the hands of negligent doctors. Sadly, a study published by Johns Hopkins Medicine suggests that medical errors are the third leading cause of casualties in the country.Surgical malpractice occurs when a person has been injured because of the carelessness...
Posted by James Heiting on 07/29/2019
Why is Reviewing Your Medical Records Important?“Looking at my medical notes helped me save my life.”In reviewing her own medical notes, Pamela Desalvo was inspired by the objectivity in looking at her PDF copy of all of her past medical histories and notes. The line “clinically morbidly obese” inspired DeSalvo to take action and begin her weight-loss journey to improve her health and overcome her weight-related issues.Reading that one line in her medical notes allowed for...
Posted by Boone Callaway on 07/15/2019
Insurance companies use a variety of methods and reasons in order to deny an injury claim, especially if the firm is the one that insured the other person.This can be quite frustrating because of the difficult circumstances that a predicament like this places you in. Being in an accident that wrecks your car and causes you physical harm is strenuous enough and an additional mental burden of a denied injury claim can be a little too much sometimes.There are a number of factors that you have to look...
Posted by PersonalInjuryLaw.Guru Staff on 08/09/2018
California is often regarded as the Golden State for its sports related activities, optimal weather, internationally renowned personalities and exquisite natural wonders. Besides the perks of the State, a major drawback for the residents is the long lines of cars stuck in traffic and jammed pack roads and freeways. This has resulted in making accidents a rather common occurrence in California.A large number of roadside accidents ultimately gives rise to compensation and injury claim cases. This...
Posted by PersonalInjuryLaw.Guru Staff on 04/11/2018
Many of us go to the gym to stay healthy. Regular exercise improves heart health and reduces the risk of various diseases. However, the fact is that gyms and fitness centers can also be dangerous places.In this post, you will learn about the legal options you can take if you have been injured in a fitness center accident.About Filing Fitness Center Injury ClaimsThousands of gym-related injuries occur every year in the US. Most are not serious, but some require extensive medical treatment. The medical...
Posted by PersonalInjuryLaw.Guru Staff on 04/03/2018
After a personal injury, medical bills continue to pile up, creating deep financial problems. Fortunately, you can ease your financial burden by filing a personal injury claim to receive compensation for your injuries.Many people are concerned about how much of their settlement amount will be whittled down by taxes. In this post, you will learn how taxes can potentially impact the amount of your settlement you can keep vs how much goes to Uncle Sam.About Taxation of Personal Injury Settlement AmountFederal...
Posted by PersonalInjuryLaw.Guru Staff on 03/27/2018
Slip and fall accidents are an unfortunately common occurrence and can sometimes lead to serious injuries. While determining who is at fault in a slip and fall accident can depend on several different factors and circumstances, there are a few guideposts to help you determine who may be responsible for your damages.The Legal Standard of NegligenceIn short, the person or business whose negligent behavior caused your slip and fall accident will be legally liable for any injuries or damages resulting...
Posted by Justin King on 03/26/2018
