Posts by David White
Holiday Toy Safety Warning: Water Beads Are a Danger to Young Children
Safety advocates are warning parents to avoid buying water bead toys this holiday season. Water beads are small colorful balls, often sold as sensory toys that children can run their hands through. Water beads also have a special power: they can grow in water and other liquids. But there are serious safety concerns after a…
Read MoreThe Seriousness of Post-Concussion Syndrome
The types of accidents and activities that can leave you with a concussion span the spectrum. Car accidents, bicycle accidents, pedestrian accidents, and even participation in contact sports can lead to brain injuries both severe and mild. At Breakstone, White & Gluck, our personal injury attorneys in Boston have decades of experience in representing Massachusetts…
Read MoreNew Data Shows the Most Dangerous Streets for Bicyclists in Boston
Boston is a beautiful, historic city. Exploring its historical trails and paths is a part of Bostonian culture. With well-planned infrastructure and a cycling-friendly atmosphere, it is a haven for two-wheeled adventurers. The network of bike lanes and paths crisscrossing the city grants cyclists the freedom to explore its vibrant neighborhoods and iconic landmarks on…
Read MoreUnderstanding Spinal Cord Compression from Car Accidents
Boston experiences a significant number of car accidents every year, with drivers, pedestrians, and bicyclists suffering from severe injuries. It is no secret that navigating our city’s infrastructure can be a risky endeavor. Car accidents can result in various types of injuries, and one of the most severe is spinal cord injury. The spinal cord…
Read MoreUtility Box Falls on Woman at MBTA Station
On Monday, May 1, a heavy utility box fell from the ceiling at the Harvard MBTA station, injuring a commuter waiting for her train. These boxes were part of a pilot program that ran from 2011 to 2013 and have been unused since 2013, weighing anywhere from 20 to 30 pounds. As of this writing,…
Read MoreHelp for Serious Neck and Spine Injuries from Car Accidents
Car accidents can be traumatic experiences, both physically and emotionally. Injuries sustained in a car accident can have long-term consequences on your health, well-being, and financial stability. Neck and spine injuries are among the most common and serious injuries resulting from car accidents, and they can have a significant impact on your daily life. These…
Read MoreThe Financial Impact of Traumatic Amputation Injuries
Traumatic amputation injuries can have a devastating impact on a person’s life, affecting not only their physical health but also their financial stability. The direct and indirect costs of these injuries can be overwhelming, including hospitalization and surgery expenses, costs of prosthetics and assistive devices, rehabilitation and physical therapy costs, lost wages and income, reduced…
Read MoreThe Rights and Responsibilities of Pedestrians in Boston
Pedestrians may not be riding on the roads and sharing lanes with cars, but they certainly have many rights that motorists must respect. Pedestrians are much more vulnerable than those behind metal shields, so even a simple tap from a car can cause grave injuries. It is crucial that pedestrians know their rights while they…
Read MoreThe Long-Term Consequences of Traumatic Brain Injury
Most people don’t know that even a so-called mild traumatic brain injury can have profound and long-lasting effects. A traumatic brain injury, or TBI, is a medical emergency that occurs when there has been a hard blow to the head or an item has penetrated the brain. Any event that causes the brain to bounce…
Read MoreMassachusetts in “Danger Zone” On Passing Highway Safety Laws to Prevent Injuries, Save Lives
In a new report, Massachusetts has earned good marks for passing distracted driving laws that promote safety and reduce the risk of car accidents and injuries. Yet we still finished among nine states in the danger zone for not implementing other traffic safety laws. The Advocates for Highway and Auto Safety released its 2023 Roadmap to…
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