Boston Car Accident Lawyer Blog

Our Boston car accident lawyers know that the risk of accidents goes up at night, especially as many state and local governments increasingly face difficulties coming up with the money to install, operate and maintain sufficient lighting along roadways. The good news is, however, that researchers are evaluating new lighting technologies for car headlights that could potentially make driving at night safer.

The research is timely as drivers enter into the most dangerous season on the roads. While one of the big risks of accidents in Boston is slippery roads due to bad winter weather, there is also another danger that drivers face in winter: daylight savings time. Research has indicated that daylight savings time increases the chance of auto accidents when the time change goes into effect.
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Every year there are more than 1.1 million deer-auto collisions. These accidents have caused over 25,000 injuries and resulted in $3.5 billion in damages. In some cases, the collisions have resulted in fatalities. While “deer crossing” signs may put drivers on notice in a heavily populated area, drivers may not be able to stop in time to prevent a collision. New technologies are being advanced to help vehicles detect animals ahead and help drivers stop before a collision.

Any accident can be a personal and financial hardship. Our Boston car accident attorneys understand the stress and costs of a vehicle collision. We are dedicated to helping victims of accidents recover compensation for these losses. Our firm is also committed to staying abreast of safety technologies and raising awareness to prevent future accidents and injuries.
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For many motorists, driving with a pet means taking your best companion along for a ride. Of course, there are also instances that require you to take your pet in the car. For most drivers this means letting the dog jump in the front seat, opening the window and letting the animal freely enjoy the ride. After thousands of accidents have cost the lives of animals, especially pet dogs, new safety products have been developed to restrain pets in a vehicle. New research is seeking to determine which pet restraints are actually safer.

While crash test dummies have been used to test the safety of features such as seat belts and car seats, up until recently there were no such tests performed on safety features for animals. Our Boston car accident attorneys understand that car accidents can be devastating. We are committed to keeping Massachusetts motorists safe and staying abreast of motor vehicles safety features for families, including pets.
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In a recent car accident on East Hartford Avenue, a driver sustained critical injuries, including burns to nearly half of his body. According to CBS Boston, it happened around 4:00 a.m. when the vehicle slammed into a telephone pole, splitting it in half. The vehicle was engulfed in flames and the driver was trapped inside. A member of the Uxbridge police force and a Good Samaritan were able to extinguish the fire. The driver was treated on scene and transported to UMass Memorial Medical Center in Worcester.

Officers are suspecting that alcohol and speed were contributors in the accident.

Our Boston car accident lawyers understand that transitions associated with the start and end of daylight saving time disturb sleep patterns, and make people restless at night, which results in sleepiness the next day, even during a “Fall back” period, since when we Fall Back, we might have trouble adjusting to going to sleep “later” after the time change. One of the deadliest risks associated with these transitions are the rest for car accidents. On November 3, we will be pushing our clocks back an hour at 2:00 a.m. and gaining an extra hour or sleep. With more sleep comes darker nights, and with darker nights comes higher risks for accidents.
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We have discussed in recent posts a number of safety technology advancements including rear-view cameras, automatic brakes and new headlight systems. Another system that may be available in newer models allows vehicles to detect when a pedestrian walks in front of the car. The sensory systems aim to prevent collisions or at the very least reduce the impact in the event of an accident.

In Boston and more rural areas of Massachusetts, pedestrian accidents continue to be a serious hazard, resulting in hundreds of injuries and deaths every year. Our Massachusetts pedestrian accident attorneys are dedicated to helping victims and their families recover compensation in an accident. We will take a comprehensive approach to review the facts of your case and pursue any damages you are entitled to after an accident. Our team understands the gravity of every collision and works to prevent future injuries and accidental death.

According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, pedestrian deaths have increased since 2011 with a total of 4,432 deaths nationwide. Many safety experts will attribute this spike to distracted driving as well as distracted walking. Those who are looking at their phone, even for a few seconds, will have less time to react to stop a pedestrian collision.
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Time and time again, data and accident reports indicate that driving at night poses a higher risk than during the day. Despite this risk, safety advocates have found that many roadways in the U.S. do not have sufficient lighting. With increasing burdens on tax systems, both the federal and state governments are having a difficult time installing and maintaining road and highway lighting. Night traffic is only likely to increase, which is why car manufacturers and safety advocates are making advanced headlight systems a priority.

Driving at night increases the risk of low vision, drinking and driving, as well as fatigued drivers. While some accidents are unavoidable others can be prevented with defensive driving. Our Massachusetts car accident attorneys are experienced with representing victims of car accidents. We are also abreast of research and developments involving car collisions and dedicated to reducing the number of accidents, injuries and fatalities throughout the state.

Car headlights are critical to driver safety. The “Lighting Research Center” at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute is assessing various light technologies to improve night safety. New headlight systems are being explored to increase vision and prevent accidents and injuries. According to leading researchers, new improvements in lighting technology can improve vision and safety.
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Get ready for National Teen Driver Safety Week (NTDSW). Taking place on from October 20th through the 26th, officials will be using this time to help raise awareness about teenage drivers and their risks for accidents.

According to Teen Driver Source, this year’s theme is ‘It Takes Two: Shared Expectations for Teens and Parents for Driving.’ It’s never too late to develop safe driving skills. However, parents and teens should work on developing these skills as early on as possible.

Our Boston car accident lawyers understand that there were close to 50 people killed in accidents that involved a teen driver in the state of Massachusetts in 2011. Many of these accidents and fatalities could have been prevented if teens were the focus of better driving education, including input from friends, family members and officials. Step up the efforts today and help to save a life tomorrow.
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One man was killed in a recent accident on Main Street near the Route 74 crossover to Route 63. The 70-year-old was reportedly speeding before crashing into a tree. According to ABC40, the elderly man’s vehicle caught on fire by the time emergency response crews arrived just before 6:00 p.m.

Officials are still investigating the accident.

Our car accident lawyers understand that it’s normal for our driving abilities to change as we age. It’s nothing to be afraid of, but it is something to be monitored. According to Help Guide, many of us can continue driving safely long into our senior years by reducing risk factors and incorporating safe driving practices. Do you know how age is affecting your driving skills?
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A teenage driver allegedly slammed into a couple pushing their 1-year-old in a stroller one afternoon in the South End, near Columbus Avenue and Dartmouth Street. According to the Boston Globe, both parents, in their 30s, were last listed in critical condition. The child was transported to Tufts Medical Center, evaluated and later released.

The accident happened shortly after 3:00 p.m. After slamming into the pedestrians, the vehicle hit a pole at Lawrence and Dartmouth streets and then sideswiped a brownstone at Officials have not yet determined exactly how the accident happened nor how the driver would be cited.

Our Boston car accident lawyers understand that teenagers are some of the most dangerous drivers out there. Their inexperience behind the wheel not only puts them at some serious risks for accidents, but it also endangers the travelers around them. While they’re more prone to accidents, such accidents don’t have to happen. And that’s where parents and guardians step in. We are some of the most influential people in these young driver’s careers behind the wheel.
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