Electric car maker Tesla has started underwriting auto insurance for its customers in eight states. The insurance offered by Tesla General Insurance differs from other auto insurance policies in that Tesla uses policyholders’ real-time driving data to set policy premiums. Currently, the company’s auto insurance is available to drivers in…
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Dos and Don’ts After a Car Accident
A car accident can shake anyone to their core and leave them feeling helpless. However, you must act quickly to ensure that your rights are protected and you have a speedy recovery. At the same time, you should know what to avoid to prevent any conflicts or complications. If you…
Winter Weather Driving Tips
During this time of year, people rush to visit family and friends and purchase last-minute gifts, making the roads busier than ever. In extreme weather, people tend to forget to slow down and be careful on the ice and the snow and instead focus on getting to their destinations as…
What are the Uninsured\ Motorist Laws in Massachusetts?
After an accident, a Massachusetts driver can usually collect damages from the at-fault party’s insurance. However, there is a chance that the other driver does not carry insurance, which could make receiving compensation difficult, if not impossible. Approximately 6% of Massachusetts drivers do not have insurance, putting themselves and other…
Holiday Travel Safety Tips
Millions of Americans will soon be boarding planes, trains, and automobiles to travel to see loved ones this holiday season. Our team at Jeffrey Glassman Injury Lawyers want to remind everyone traveling this holiday season to stay safe with these helpful travel tips: Avoid peak travel times: When planning your…
What Are Your Rights as a Passenger Injured in a Car Accident?
Often, we focus on is the rights of the drivers in the wake of a car crash. But what if you are a passenger? Do you have rights? The answer is yes. But it is not as simple as that. Massachusetts is a No-Fault State, which means that all drivers…
Bollards Shield Pedestrians from Parking Lot Injuries
If you’ve been seriously injured in a parking lot accident, the at-fault driver might not be the only party responsible for the accident and your injuries. Parking lot owners and operators are required to maintain their premises in a safe condition for both motorists and pedestrians. This includes keeping the…
SUVs More Deadly to Pedestrians Than Cars, Study Says
Motor vehicle crashes involving pedestrians rank among the worst types of crashes. They often result in serious injury or death. An unprotected pedestrian walking across the street or on the side of a road is simply no match for a speeding vehicle made of steel and weighs more than a…
Joint and Several Liability in Massachusetts Crashes
In the Boston suburb of Brockton, a civil lawsuit over a school bus-teen car accident injury liability and damages is underway, with potentially millions of dollars on the line. Four high school students piled into a car on their way to school. It was the morning of the junior prom.…
Identifying Fault and Liability after Massachusetts Traffic Accidents
A series of fatal car accidents in Boston illustrate the many common issues victims face in seeking compensation for damages. CBS Boston reported a police officer suffered serious injury in a 3-car crash in Worcester. In a separate incident, one man was killed in a 3-car crash in Auburn that occurred…