A vehicle crash occurred just shortly after 2:00 AM on Wednesday, July 15th which resulted in the injury of three men who were riding motorcycles at the time of the accident. The three men were hit by an additional motor vehicle. The driver of that vehicle that struck the three…
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Boston’s Greatest Bar Allowed to Reopen Following City Inspection
A popular bar near Boston’s TD Garden was allowed to reopen following an inspection by city officials last week. The Greatest Bar, located on Friend Street, was investigated by Boston police officers and the chief of the Problem Properties Task Force on Thursday night during a raid of its premises…
Insult to Injury – After Brutal Winter Homeowners Insurance Rates Climb
The record-setting snowfall that plagued New England this winter generated a number of issues for local residents—causing delays in daily commutes and forcing children to stay home for an escalating number of snow days whether you had someone to watch them or not—and now the incessant snow of this winter…
OSHA Announces National Fall Prevention Campaign
Falls to a lower level are the number one cause of construction-site fatalities. With proper safety training, site maintenance and the right equipment, these accidents are largely preventable. In order to educate construction workers and employers about these dangers and reduce annual construction-site injuries and fatalities, OSHA has enacted a…
Three MA Roofers Injured Due to Preventable Scaffolding Failure
In October of 2014, three Massachusetts roofers were hospitalized following a scaffolding accident that took place at their worksite. The accident in question was easily preventable, considering the fact that these three men were standing atop a plank of spruce that was very clearly marked as being unsafe for scaffolding…
What Is Stevens Johnson Syndrome? Can I Make a Claim?
A severe allergy to antibiotics or painkillers such as Ibuprofen could result in a life-threatening condition known as Stevens Johnson Syndrome (SJS). The first sign of the syndrome is typically a rash that can quickly turn into blisters, open sores, and peeling skin. The loss of skin can lead to…
Interactive Dashboard Displays, They are Cool, But do They Need To Be Regulated?
Recently, car dashboard displays seem to be following the same technological trajectory as current smart phones. These new displays, a hot commodity for big name automakers, can perform all of the basic functions you love most about your cellphone. The interactive displays are being manufactured now to allow people to…
Is There Asbestos in Your Child’s Crayons?
According to a new report conducted by the Environmental Working Group Action Fund (EWG) that was released this Wednesday, certain crayons and children’s crime-scene kits contain trace amounts of asbestos. The asbestos fibers were said to be found on four types of crayons and two children’s crime-scene fingerprinting kits. The…
Framingham Man Fatally Struck by Tractor Trailer
This past Tuesday a Framingham man was walking along the Massachusetts Turnpike near the 117 mile marker in Natick when he was struck by a tractor trailer and killed during the early morning hours. The victim has been identified as Ramuel Raagos, aged 40 years old. Raagos was said to…
NFL Star Injured in Fireworks Accident
In the days leading up to the July 4th weekend, we posted a blog with safety tips that should be followed while out celebrating this joyous occasion. In the article we cautioned about the potential for serious injuries while shooting off fireworks under your own accord. In the days following…