Who Pays for Car Damage in a No-Fault State?
Who pays for car damage in a no-fault state? In a no-fault state like Massachusetts, each driver’s own insurance pays for their car damage and medical expenses, regardless of who caused the accident. This is covered by Personal Injury Protection (PIP). However, property damage and serious injuries may still involve the at-fault driver’s insurance. Fault…
Read MoreWhat If a Pedestrian Causes a Bike Accident in Boston?
Boston is an excellent city for biking. With more and more bike lanes popping up and people using bikes to get around, it’s become a bit easier and safer for cyclists to share the road with motorists. But what happens when a bicycle accident isn’t caused by a car, but a pedestrian? It might sound…
Read MoreProving Future Medical Needs in a Boston Spinal Cord Injury Case
Spinal cord injuries are among the most serious and life-changing injuries a person can experience. These injuries can lead to partial or total paralysis, loss of mobility, and a lifetime of medical treatment and assistance. If someone suffers a spinal cord injury because of someone else’s negligence, like in a car crash, a fall, or…
Read MoreMassachusetts Pedestrian Injuries and Distracted Driving
Distracted driving continues to be a growing problem in Massachusetts– in the first seven months of 2024, drivers in the state racked up 697,000 total driving violations. More than 37,000 of these were specifically for distracted driving. Distracted driving: what is it? Any activity that diverts a driver’s focus from operating a vehicle is considered…
Read MoreWhen is it Possible for a Cyclist to Sue a Driver for Negligence in Massachusetts?
Cyclists in Massachusetts have the legal right to share the road with motor vehicles. This is a vital part of making cities and towns more accessible for those who don’t drive, and it’s great for the environment. However, sharing the road doesn’t always guarantee safety. The reality is that when bicycles and cars collide, it’s…
Read MoreWho is Liable for Injuries While Riding the T?
The MBTA, short for the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority, provides different types of transportation to the public, including buses, subways, and commuter rails. The MBTA, known locally as “T,” also provides ferry services and paratransit services for those who can’t easily use the other forms of public transport. The T is a division of the Massachusetts…
Read MorePersonal Injury Claims After a Natural Disaster or Emergency
Natural disasters such as wildfires, floods, and hurricanes can cause vehicle accidents, premises liability accidents, and other types of accidents. Fires, floods, hurricanes, wildfires, tornadoes, hailstorms, and windstorms can happen in Boston every year. Cars can be whipped around. Structures can crumble. Natural disasters can cause deaths, catastrophic injuries, and all types of serious injuries.…
Read MoreThe Role of Boston Traffic Cameras in Bicycle Accident Liability
Are you familiar with those black boxes perched above Boston intersections? They’re not just tracking traffic flow – they might be the silent witness that saves your bicycle accident case. At Breakstone, White & Gluck, we’ve helped 100s of Boston area cyclists injured on our roads, and we’ve seen that as cycling continues to grow…
Read MoreAccidents With a Delivery Truck in Massachusetts: Liability and Legal Considerations
Have you noticed the growing fleet of Amazon, FedEx, and UPS trucks crowding Massachusetts roads in recent years? In the Boston region, large single-truck units and semi-trailers account for about 2.2 million vehicle trips during weekdays every year. The statistics paint a concerning picture. Data reveals that commercial vehicle accidents have been increasing year over…
Read MoreThe Surge in E-Scooter Accidents in Boston
Boston, MA, has seen steady growth in the adoption of E-scooters and other bike-share programs. At the end of 2024, Bluebikes had 520 docking stations across the Boston metro area. The program has nearly 30,000 annual members, sold an additional 1.25 million 24-hour and single-trip passes, and logged over 4.7 million total trips. Unfortunately, as…
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