In Boston, diners at several Chipotle Mexican Grill restaurants fell ill after eating food served to them at the fast food chain. The serious incident raises questions about food safety and the potential liability of the business owner. The Chipotle illness outbreak started with diners in several Western states in late October 2015. They suffered...
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What Cyclists Should Know About Massachusetts Bicycle Laws
Many people are leaving their cars at home in the driveway and choosing their bicycles to get them around town. But as bicycle commuting and touring becomes more popular, it is important to know the laws that must be followed when riding a bicycle on a city street or other public way. Just as there...
Read MoreDangers of Posting on Social Media after an Auto Accident in Massachusetts
After a car accident in Massachusetts, many people are tempted to tell their friends and family what happened on Facebook, Twitter, Snapchat or other social media websites. But the reality is the information you share online could jeopardize your ability to be fairly compensated for your car crash in Boston, Worcester, Springfield or wherever your...
Read MoreUber Drivers – Are They Independent Contractors or Employees?
All over the country the question is being asked whether Uber drivers are independent contractors or employees of Uber, a company that connects riders to drivers through a smartphone app. This question has been posed in news stories that explore how courts are being asked to determine whether Uber drivers are, by law, independent contractors...
Read MoreCar vs. Pedestrian in Massachusetts: Who Owes the Greater Duty of Care?
Pedestrians are perhaps the most vulnerable road users in Boston. Typically, nothing shields them from the impact of a moving vehicle. These could be commuters, walkers, hikers, runners or anyone traveling by foot, wheelchair or stroller. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) reports there were 4,750 pedestrians killed and another 76,000 injured nationally in...
Read MorePrevent Boston Bicycle Injuries: Cyclists Must Adhere to Rules of the Road
Bicycle ridership in Boston has soared in recent years. City officials in the 2013 Cyclist Safety Report noted that since 2007, the city has worked hard to become one of the country's top bicycle-friendly destinations. More than 60 miles of bike lanes and 1,000 bike racks have been installed. In 2011, the New Balance Hubway...
Read MoreWhat If You Are Injured In A Car Accident Occurring In A Highway Work Zone?
When a road needs major repair, a construction area known as a "work zone" is often created on the roadway itself so the work can get done. Work zones on roads under construction or undergoing routine maintenance can quickly create unanticipated changes in driving patterns. Unexpected driving difficulties may be encountered when driving lanes usually...
Read MoreWhen Multiple Parties Are at Fault: A Closer Look at Joint and Several Liability in Massachusetts
You're at an intersection in Boston. You stop to look for oncoming traffic as you prepare to make a left turn when a car coming from behind you smashes into the rear of your car and pushes you across the center line. A driver coming in the opposite direction and traveling well over the speed...
Read MoreWho is at Fault for Boston Chain-Reaction Rear-End Crashes?
When a car accident occurs in Boston, Fenway and surrounding areas and drivers or passengers suffer injury, it becomes important to determine who was to blame for the collision. A rear-end accident lawyer knows often it is presumed a driver in the back who hit a lead vehicle should be held responsible. Although this presumption...
Read MoreAuto Insurance in Massachusetts: Why You Need Excess Coverage for Bodily Injury, Uninsured Motorists and Underinsured Motorists
To register an automobile in Massachusetts, the vehicle owner must purchase certain insurance policies for the car, but Bay State motorists should seriously consider purchasing excess coverage to protect themselves. Massachusetts General Law Chapter 175 section 113L requires that all motor vehicle insurance policies sold to owners to cover vehicles registered in Massachusetts must include...
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