Common Personal Injury Cases in Boston, MA
A personal injury occurs when someone suffers physical or financial harm due to another party’s negligence (a failure to take proper care in doing something). Most cases involve one defendant, but there could be two or more negligent parties.
Examples of personal injuries include:
- Disability
- Health problems or illnesses caused by an injury
- Physical harm
- Serious financial loss
- Worsening of an existing health condition
- Death
Filing a personal injury lawsuit may allow you to seek justice and financial compensation that can help pay for medical bills, lost wages, and other financial losses known as “damages.”
In these cases, your Boston personal injury attorneys will need to gather evidence that:
- Highlights the extent of your injuries
- Proves your injuries were caused by the defendant
- Demonstrates the defendant could have prevented your injury from happening — but failed to do so
Call (800) 995-1212 or fill out our contact form to learn more about how our team may be able to help you.
Boston Car or Truck Accidents
According to the U.S. Department of Transportation, over 300 people die each year in Massachusetts from automobile accidents, and thousands of others are injured.
Car accidents in Boston can happen at any time, and the extent of a victim’s injuries may vary from mild to severe. In addition to physical injuries, a car accident may also cause psychological harm like anxiety or PTSD and leave you unable to work or with no means of reliable transportation.
Accidents caused by trucks and commercial vehicles have a higher likelihood of serious or fatal injuries and often cause significant damage to other vehicles due to their large size.
Car or truck accident injuries can include:
- Broken bones
- Burns
- Hearing or vision loss
- Permanent scarring
- Spinal cord, neck or back injury
- Traumatic brain injury (TBI)
Injuries from car and truck accidents can lead to a great deal of suffering and significant financial costs. Insurance companies may attempt to reduce payouts from accidents in order to minimize their culpability and overall costs.
With experienced Boston personal injury attorneys on your side, you can get help holding those responsible for your injury accountable and pursuing the most compensation possible in your case.
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Boston Construction Accidents
Construction can be an incredibly dangerous occupation. The tools, equipment, and work environment can create hazards that may result in severe injuries and fatalities.
While the national average of construction-related injuries per 100 full-time employees is 2.8, that number was 3.6 in Massachusetts.
“In Massachusetts over the last five years, 86 construction workers were fatally injured at work — more workers than in any other industry.”
– Massachusetts Department of Public Health
Construction accidents in Massachusetts are far too common, and they can result in fatal or life-altering injuries. However, they are often preventable if adequate supervision and safeguards are put in place.
Construction accidents may be caused by:
- Crane accidents
- Electric shocks
- Equipment failure
- Explosions
- Falls
- Ladder injuries
- Safety code violations
- Scaffold collapse
Employees injured in construction accidents will typically file a claim through workers’ compensation. Yet in many instances, these accidents occur due to negligence committed by someone not directly associated with an employer, like contractors, equipment manufacturers, or property owners.
By working with our skilled personal injury attorneys in Boston, you may be able to file a lawsuit against one or more of these third parties and pursue compensation for your injuries.
Boston Dog Bites or Animal Attacks
The Boston Public Health Commission (BPHC) receives over 300 dog bite reports each year. According to the BPHC, the majority of dog bite victims are children who are bitten after scaring or startling a dog.
If you or a loved one is attacked by a dog or another animal, you may be able to file a lawsuit against the animal’s owner or the owner’s insurance company.
Allowing pets to roam without a leash or failing to repair a fence that allows a pet to escape may be considered negligible depending on state laws. Animal attacks or dog bites can cause victims to suffer serious wounds while putting them at risk for numerous diseases and infections.
Don’t suffer because someone else was careless. Call (800) 995-1212 to see if our Boston dog bite lawyers can fight for you.
Boston Medical Malpractice & Negligence
Medical malpractice is defined as an injury to a patient due to negligence or lack of skill on the part of a medical professional. As many as 250,000 people die from preventable medical mistakes each year in the United States.
There are many different types of medical malpractice, including:
Doctors have a legal obligation to provide their patients with quality care. When this standard of care is not met, injured patients have a right to seek answers and justice.
If you or a loved one has suffered harm due to negligence on the part of a medical professional, contact us today to learn more about how our Boston medical malpractice lawyers may be able to help.
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Boston Slip & Fall Injuries
There is nothing more terrifying than suddenly and unexpectedly having your feet come out from underneath you. A slip and fall can result in severe injuries and, in the worst cases, a lifetime of debilitation.
The National Floor Safety Institute estimates that more than 20% of all visits to U.S. emergency rooms are due to slip-and-fall incidents, accounting for more than 8 million ER visits annually.
Slip and fall injuries often include:
- Broken bones
- Bruises
- Cuts
- Dislocated joints
- Nerve damage
- Severe head trauma
- Spinal injuries that lead to paralysis
- Torn ligaments
These injuries may not only cause an incredible amount of pain, they can also rob a victim of their quality of life.
What some may not realize, however, is that many slip-and-fall accidents occur on someone else’s property — and oftentimes due to negligence on the part of the property owner.
By working with a personal injury attorney in Boston, you can get help determining your legal options and taking action to pursue compensation for the suffering you’ve experienced.
Boston Workplace Injuries
Any sort of work-related injury or illness can be devastating, and it could put your livelihood at risk. Workplace injuries can occur while performing any work-related task, regardless of your occupation.
Workplace accidents may happen due to the presence of hazardous materials, malfunctioning equipment, or a generally unsafe work environment. However, employees can also suffer injuries due to repetitive tasks such as assembling products or lifting heavy items.
According to the Massachusetts Departments of Industrial Accidents, Public Health, and Labor Standards, the top 5 industry sectors for workers’ compensation are transportation and warehousing, construction, healthcare and social assistance, retail trade, and wholesale trade.
While many work-related injuries and illnesses are avoidable, millions of workplace injuries and illnesses are reported to the U.S. Department of Labor each year.
Common workplace injuries include:
- Chemical poisoning
- Crush injuries
- Cuts
- Equipment injuries
- Falls
- Sprained or strained muscles
- Torn muscles
Injured employees will usually be able to get a portion of their wages through workers’ compensation when they are injured on the job.
Workers’ compensation can help pay for medical bills, lost wages, and everyday living expenses. There are, however, instances where an employer’s insurance company may make it difficult to obtain that money.
Learn more about how a Boston workers’ compensation lawyer with Sokolove Law may be able to help.
How to File a Personal injury Lawsuit in Boston
When you work with Sokolove Law, our experienced team of attorneys will strive to make filing a personal injury lawsuit in Boston as stress-free as possible.
If you have a case, our Boston personal injury attorneys will handle every step of the legal process for you, so you can focus on the health and recovery of you or your loved one.
Filing a personal injury lawsuit includes members of your legal team:
- Determining your eligibility to file a claim during a free consultation
- Building a strong case with medical records, testimony, and evidence
- Filing a personal injury lawsuit on your behalf
- Negotiating personal injury settlement amounts with the defendant
- Presenting your case in court if needed
Pursue Boston Personal Injury Lawsuit Settlements
Personal injury lawsuits rarely see the inside of a courtroom, because the vast majority of cases reach a settlement before they go to trial.
A personal injury settlement is when all parties in a lawsuit agree on the amount of compensation the plaintiff should receive. Your attorney will negotiate with the defendant’s insurance company to try and achieve a fair settlement on your behalf.
The amount of your personal injury settlement will depend on several different factors, including:
- How badly you were hurt
- The cost of your medical treatment
- Any lost wages
There are some instances, however, when an insurer may not make a fair settlement offer. Your attorney and legal team can fight on your behalf to ensure you get the full amount of compensation you deserve.
If a personal injury settlement isn’t reached, the case may proceed to court, where your legal team will present your case to a judge and jury, who will then determine the outcome in a verdict.
Call (800) 995-1212 today to see if our Boston personal injury attorneys can help you pursue compensation.
Sokolove Law Has Served New England as a Boston Personal Injury Law Firm
In 1979, Jim Sokolove founded Sokolove Law in Boston. One of his goals was to help families affected by injuries get the justice and compensation they deserve. Sokolove Law has become a nationwide firm because of Jim’s determination and vision.
We help people from all walks of life, including those of different races, genders, and economic statuses, file personal injury claims.
We provide free case evaluations to our clients and have a team of dedicated legal professionals working on your case, including a Boston personal injury attorney, paralegal, and nurse case manager.
You and your family matter to us. Let us fight for you.
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Local Service Areas
Wherever you are in Massachusetts or the U.S., we're ready to work with you and serve you and your family.
- Boston
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- And more
List of Boston Hospitals and their Safety Grades
Boston Hospital Safety Ratings
There are 10 major hospitals located in or very near Boston. The Leapfrog Hospital Safety Grade is a letter grade that scores hospitals based on how well they protect patients from errors, injuries, accidents, and infections.
When compared to an A-rated hospital, your chance of dying increases by 35% in a B-rated hospital and 88% in a C-rated hospital. This research was conducted at the Armstrong Institute for Patient Safety and Quality, Johns Hopkins Medicine.
List of Boston Hospitals and Their Grades
- Massachusetts General Hospital
55 Fruit Street
Boston, MA 02114
Hospital Safety Grade: A
- Tufts Medical Center
800 Washington Street
Boston, MA 02111-1552
Hospital Safety Grade: A
- Boston Medical Center
1 Boston Medical Center Place
Boston, MA 02118-2908
Hospital Safety Grade: B
- CHA Cambridge Hospital
1493 Cambridge Street
Cambridge, MA 02139-1099
Hospital Safety Grade: C
- Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center
330 Brookline Avenue
Boston, MA 02215-5491
Hospital Safety Grade: B
- Brigham And Women's Hospital
75 Francis Street
Boston, MA 02115-6110
Hospital Safety Grade: A
- CHA Everett Hospital
103 Garland Street
Everett, MA 02149
Hospital Safety Grade: B
- Mount Auburn Hospital
330 Mount Auburn Street
Cambridge, MA 02138
Hospital Safety Grade: A
- St. Elizabeth's Medical Center
736 Cambridge Street
Brighton, MA 02135-2997
Hospital Safety Grade: B
- Brigham and Women's Faulkner Hospital
1153 Centre Street
Boston, MA 02130-3400
Hospital Safety Grade: A
Boston Neighborhoods We Serve
- Allston-Brighton
- Back Bay
- Beacon Hill/West End
- Charlestown
- Chinatown
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Boston Zip Codes We Serve
- 02108
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Cities We Serve Surrounding Boston
- Arlington, MA
- Belmont, MA
- Brookline, MA
- Cambridge, MA
- Chelsea, MA
- Everett, MA
- Malden, MA
- Medford, MA
- Melrose, MA
- Milton, MA
- Revere, MA
- Somerville, MA
- Watertown, MA
- Winchester, MA
- Winthrop, MA
Boston Personal Injury Lawsuit FAQs
What are some examples of personal injury cases in Boston and Massachusetts?
There are many types of personal injury cases, but some of the most common and serious include:
Again, the above list is not exhaustive. Please contact us for free to see if you may have a personal injury case we can help with.
