After an accident, the financial impact often extends far beyond medical bills. Many injury victims in Massachusetts are forced to miss work while recovering, leading to lost income and additional stress during an already difficult time. Fortunately, injured individuals may be able to recover compensation for lost wages through an insurance claim or personal injury […]
Cyclists in Massachusetts face many dangers on the road, but one of the most sudden and preventable is a “dooring” accident. These crashes occur when a driver or passenger opens a vehicle door directly into the path of an approaching bicyclist. Because cyclists have little time to react, dooring accidents often lead to serious injuries […]
Being involved in a car accident is a jarring experience — literally. Not only may you be in shock, but you may also be dealing with physical injuries as well, some of which may not be immediately evident due to delayed onset or shock. One common area of the body to experience injury in a […]
Most car accidents involve two or more drivers who are in vehicles that are turned on and in motion. However, sometimes, car accidents that involve one driver hitting a stationary object — including another vehicle — can occur. If you’ve been involved in an accident where you hit a vehicle and you believe that the […]
As a consumer, there’s a reasonable expectation that the food that’s served to you at a restaurant or that you purchase in a grocery store will be safe for you to consume. Unfortunately, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) report that foodborne pathogens cause tens of thousands of hospitalizations yearly in the United […]
Tow trucks are functional vehicles that play an important role in society. Designed to haul and move heavy loads, cars, and trucks, these workhorses are bigger, heavier, and harder to maneuver than standard passenger cars. This means that while important, tow trucks can pose a risk to others on the road and if an accident […]
Being in a serious car accident is not only scary, but the aftermath can also be confusing. Filing claims and paperwork can feel overwhelming, and if you’re dealing with medical bills and a vehicle that’s been declared a total loss, you may not know what to do. At the office of Tetzel Law, our experienced […]
Falls in a nursing home are unfortunately very common. In some cases, falls can lead to serious injuries, and even death. While falls are a serious risk, the good news is that many falls are preventable. Understanding how falls happen and how they can be prevented is an important part of keeping nursing home residents […]
Assault and battery is a serious crime—and one that is even more egregious when committed against an elderly person who is depending on caretakers within a nursing home. If you are the representative or loved one of a nursing home resident who has experienced assault and battery at the hands of a nursing home staff […]
Teenage drivers are at a high risk of being involved in a car accident. In fact, car accidents are a leading cause of death for young people in the U.S. When an accident involving a teen driver occurs, understanding its cause is important for establishing fault and liability—whether that of the teen or the other […]