It’s unfortunate, but because of how a few different roadways are arranged and the traffic patterns there, there are several places in Massachusetts where you’re more likely to get into a collision than others. The Massachusetts Department of Transportation’s most...
Personal Injury
No matter how safety-conscious you are, driving is always risky
People often try to consider ways that they can become safer drivers. They think about defensive driving. They study handbooks and laws. They take extra steps to avoid mistakes, like turning their phone off in the car. They try to reduce the risk because cars are very...
Why transportation officials require truckers to perform pre-trip inspections
Most motorists realize the truckers must undergo additional training to secure a commercial driver's license (CDL). Yet, few realize how there are countless other requirements that tractor-trailer operators must meet to continue lawfully operating their...
Yes, drowsy driving is dangerous
Many people who are too tired to drive safely insist that they’re fine and that they can manage. If you suggest that they wait until the next day, they’d be shocked and would insist they can’t possibly do so. This attitude stems largely from the mistaken belief that...
Spinal cord injury effects aren’t always permanent
People who think about a damaged spinal cord might think about permanent paralysis. They might not realize that there are some spinal cord injuries that might produce scary symptoms at first but heal as time progresses. One of the primary questions you should ask your...
Traffic collisions result from driver choking on food in Massachusetts
Traffic collisions are damaging for the people who are involved, but they can also cause significant issues on the roads for others. When a crash happens, an entire highway may have to shut down. Emergency crews may struggle to get to the victims because of traffic or...
Pedestrian accidents don’t have to happen, because you can prevent them
It’s sad to think about anyone getting hit by a car, especially since pedestrian crashes are completely preventable. Pedestrians have a right to walk in certain areas, such as on a sidewalk or in a crosswalk. They nearly always have the right of way, meaning that...
These tips can help you stay safe on your bike
Riding a bike can be fun, convenient, invigorating and very good for your health. Unfortunately, since you have to share the road with motorists, it can also be very dangerous. You need to know how to stay safe. Naturally, nothing can guarantee your safety. Many...
Tips to stay safe if you are new to motorcycling
This year has given many people a chance to reassess their priorities. If you always wanted a motorcycle but were worried about the dangers, recent events may have helped you put that risk into perspective. Motorcycles sales have risen across the country in the last...
Pedestrian in intensive care after hit-and-run in Worchester
As someone who often walks through downtown Worchester, it’s scary to think that there are drivers who would strike people who aren’t even on the roads. You understand that accidents happen, but the reckless behaviors that would lead to a driver entering a store or...