While rideshare apps provide quick and easy ways for people to get from place to place in and around Boston, there are unfortunately several risks and dangers that can arise for people when using these services. With the rise in popularity of rideshare apps Lyft and Uber, the number of…
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Life insurance policy claim denied? Here’s what you can do.
When a loved one dies, their family members are met with the emotional burden and pain of the loss. In addition to the energy that is spent coping with the death, loved ones may also be responsible for covering funeral expenses and other financial hardships that can be overwhelming to manage.…
The FDA requested that Allergan recall all BIOCELL textured breast implants
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) investigated the potential link between certain defective breast implants and higher instances of cancer. In July 2019, the FDA issued a statement requesting that Allergan, the manufacturer of BIOCELL textured breast implants and tissue expanders, recall all of their BIOCELL line of products. The…
When sexual assaults occur in Massachusetts nursing home facilities
Many people would be shocked to discover the rate at which sexual assault occurs within nursing homes. There have been over 16,000 complaints of sexual assault at long-term care facilities since 2000. When we put our family members and loved ones in a Massachusetts nursing home, it is often because…
MA Court Rules that Colleges Owe a Duty of Care to Intoxicated Students
Plaintiff Morgan Helfman brought a negligence action against Northeastern University when she was allegedly sexually assaulted by a classmate in 2013. She alleged that resident advisors knew she was heavily intoxicated and did nothing to protect her from harm. To understand the decision, we must look to the facts of…
Can I change my Personal Injury Lawyer in the middle of my case?
It is your right to hire a competent lawyer that you trust with whatever matter you are dealing with. Sometimes you may choose one at the outset of your case only to discover that they are not a good match. No matter the reason, you should know that you can…
Premises Liability Law in MA – Who is responsible if I’m injured at someone’s home or at a business?
Premises liability determines who is responsible if you are injured on a specific type of property. Whether it’s a home or a business, someone is at fault. Residential Properties On residential properties, homeowners or tenants may be liable for injuries on the property in question. Property owners have a duty…
3M Combat Arms Earplug Lawsuits
Military personnel deal with countless risks in their everyday lives, including exposure to incredibly loud noises. U.S. military veterans are 30% more likely to suffer hearing loss than the average citizen. During their service they may be exposed to noises from gunfire, explosions, heavy machinery, plane and jet engines, and…
The rising epidemic of college student suicide – What recourse do families have?
College is a major transition for young adults and is oftentimes the first experience they have out of their family’s household. This can be overwhelming, and for many, they may deal with new and different mental health struggles that they do not necessarily know how to cope with. Students may…
Columbia Gas Ordered to Pay $53 Million Fine For 2018 Natural Gas Explosion
A huge win for the residents of Merrimack Valley occurred through a plea agreement announced in February involving one of the state’s leading energy companies. Colombia Gas of Massachusetts was ordered to pay a $53 million criminal fine for violating the Pipeline Safety Act, causing a series of natural gas…