A college student is heading home for the weekend when her phone buzzes. She had originally set it on the passenger seat so that she wouldn’t be distracted by it while she drove, but she reaches over to pick it up when the text message comes in. She looks down at the...
Massachusetts Injury And Disability Law Blog
3 important standards that apply to SSDI benefits claims
Adults who find themselves unable to work because of health concerns often panic and worry about how they can support themselves and their families. Thankfully, there are systems in place to help minimize the financial hardship people may endure because of disabling...
What are the most dangerous industries?
You can certainly get injured working in any industry. You could be an accountant sitting at a desk dealing with serious back pain, carpal tunnel syndrome, and many other muscular-skeletal issues. All workers need to be aware that injuries are possible and that they...
Some of the most dangerous driving habits
Some car accidents are caused because a generally safe driver makes a one-time mistake. Someone who has never been in an accident before drives out of turn at a four-way stop, for example. They just have a momentary lapse in judgment. However, many car accidents are...
Can you hold a trucker accountable for a stray tire?
If you’ve ever been traveling on the highway and noticed a truck driver’s tire blow out or come loose, you know how dangerous that debris can be on the roads. You and other drivers might have to take evasive action, maneuvering oddly in the roadway to try to avoid a...
Who can get workers’ compensation?
Workers’ compensation is a kind of insurance that most employers are required to carry. When you’re working and get hurt, you should be able to make a claim for your injuries and get fair compensation as you focus on your recovery. There are some people who may not...
What should you do if you’re involved in a car accident?
You always know that there's a risk of getting involved in a car accident when you drive. But it still happens very quickly and without warning, and it can still leave you feeling shaken and unsure what to do next. The steps that you take are important. Below are a...
What are your options after a denied SSDI benefits claim?
No one who loves their career ever imagines that they will have to stop working and live on disability benefits. After all, only those with severe injuries and limitations on their daily functions can typically qualify for disability benefits. However, thousands of...