Massachusetts residents often travel to nearby states, and several out-of-state drivers make their way to Massachusetts. If an accident occurs in Massachusetts, and the at-fault party has an out-of-state policy, the question of which law applies may arise in a personal injury action, especially if there’s a difference in the…
When a Massachusetts car accident case goes to trial, experts are often used to aid in the explanation of an injury or particular process. Often, one of the experts used is a doctor who either examined the patient or reviewed his or her medical records to provide an opinion on…
In Massachusetts, drivers can purchase Medical Payments (MedPay) coverage on their automobile insurance policy. This coverage is optional and therefore additional premiums would apply. However, this additional coverage, which can pay your medical bills resulting from a car accident, is well worth the extra premium. For reference, please feel free…
Have you ever taken a serious look at your automobile policy? Massachusetts is a no-fault state. By law, each motor vehicle insured in Massachusetts is automatically equipped with $8,000.00 of Personal Injury Protection (PIP) coverage. PIP pays for reasonable medical expenses, lost wages, and if applicable, reimbursement of replacement services,…
Texting while driving is a serious offense. On September 30, 2010, Massachusetts enacted a texting while driving law prohibiting all drivers from composing, sending, or reading text messages while driving. (M.G.L. c. 90 § 13B) At the same time, Massachusetts enacted an even stricter law prohibiting teenagers under the age…