Assault and battery is a crime in Massachusetts that carries criminal penalties, including a fine, prison time, or both depending on the severity of the offense. While these penalties punish a defendant, they do nothing to compensate a victim of an assault and battery. If you have been seriously injured as a result of an […]
While being in a car accident is never a positive experience, one thing that may give you some hope and relief is knowing that you have car insurance. If you have car insurance, then you should be able to file a claim against your insurer for some of your damages; if the other driver has […]
Take a walk around the city and look up: chances are that you’ll see scaffolding. Scaffolds are used by construction workers, window washers, painters, and other laborers on a daily basis throughout the state. And while scaffolds are an important tool for accomplishing work, scaffolds can also be dangerous. If you or a loved one […]
Nursing homes are designed to be places of care. While many nursing homes are well-staffed and well-run, some nursing homes suffer from inadequate sanitation and hygiene. Inadequate sanitation and hygienic practices in a nursing home can be dangerous for residents, many of whom are already immuno-compromised or battling infections. If your elderly loved one within […]
Parking lots are ubiquitous, and parking lot accidents occur more frequently than anyone would like to think. While the good news is that most parking lot accidents happen at slow speeds and therefore don’t cause serious injuries or damages to those involved, this isn’t always the case. At the office of Tetzel Law, LLC, our […]
Nursing homes are responsible for providing care for over a million elderly patients throughout the U.S., and about 40,000 people in Massachusetts. While anyone who chooses a nursing home has an expectation that the nursing home will provide a high level of care, staff and funding shortages often result in care that is far below […]
Whether you’re traveling for vacation or for work, need a car while yours is in the shop, or need a unique vehicle type for a project, client visit, or something else, renting a car can be a big help. While rental cars are convenient, understanding the legal process in the event of an accident in […]
Every year, there are pedestrians who are hit, injured, and sometimes killed by motor vehicles in our state. In 2018—one of the most recent years for which finalized data is available—there were 78 reported fatal pedestrian accidents throughout Massachusetts. And in 2020, pedestrian-involved accidents spiked. When pedestrians are hit and injured by drivers, the pedestrians […]
Sending kids off to camp for a few days or weeks during the summertime is a win-win for parents and children alike. While most camps are staffed by responsible adults who provide around-the-clock supervision, sometimes, summer camp injuries occur. If your child has been seriously injured at camp and you suspect that negligence was to […]
Getting a learner’s permit is a much-anticipated event for a teen driver—something that all teens look forward to with glee. But with inexperience comes the increased risk of being involved in a car accident. If you’re involved in a car accident while driving with a permit in Massachusetts, our car accident attorney in Massachusetts can […]