What Happens if Your Lyft Gets in an Accident?
If your Lyft gets in an accident, Lyft’s insurance automatically adjusts based on ride status—offering limited contingent coverage when waiting for rides and up to $1 million liability once you’re a passenger. Always prioritize safety, seek medical care even if you feel fine, and promptly report through the app, collect evidence, and consult a lawyer…
Read MoreHow Medical Bills Are Paid After Car Accident
Wondering how medical bills are paid after car accidents? After a car accident, medical bills are typically paid through insurance. Initially, your auto insurance’s personal injury protection (PIP) or medical payments coverage may apply. Health insurance may cover additional costs. If another driver is at fault, their liability insurance could reimburse expenses, though this often…
Read MoreIs it Worth it to Sue After a Car Accident?
Is it worth it to sue after a car accident? Suing after a car accident can be worth it if injuries, damages, or losses are significant and insurance won’t cover them. Lawsuits may secure fair compensation but take time, money, and emotional energy. Before deciding, weigh potential recovery against costs and stress, and consult an…
Read MoreWho 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.…
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