June 26, 2018

OUI/DUI: What Is a Field Sobriety Test and Should I Refuse It?

If you get pulled over for erratic driving, a police officer may decide to administer field sobriety tests to help him or her determine whether you are under the influence of alcohol or drugs. These tests are administered onsite and usually consist of three physical tests considered to be standard practice. The field tests that are routinely given are the …
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June 26, 2018

What is a Catastrophic Injury?

A catastrophic injury is one that is caused by a traumatic event and one that has devastating, life-altering effects on its victims. It causes irreparable damage to major areas or organs of the body including head and brain, spinal cord and limbs. The injuries can leave victims with lifetime disabilities and put emotional and financial stress on family and loved …
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June 26, 2018

What You Need to Know about Negligence Laws in Massachusetts

Negligence is defined as the failure to exercise the degree of care that an ordinary, reasonable, cautious, and prudent person or corporation would have exercised under the same conditions. It is an unreasonable mistake that can occur even though the mistake was unintentional or made with good intentions in mind. Reasonableness is a community standard, not an individual one. It’s …
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June 1, 2018

What Recourse Do You Have if You’ve Been Denied Social Security Disability or Supplemental Security Income Benefits?

If you have a physical or emotional medical condition that prevents you from working at any job on the open labor market for at least 12 months or is expected to result in death, you should file for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) and/or Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits. These benefits are designed to ensure that disabled persons have long-term …
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May 14, 2018

What to Do after a Car Accident in Massachusetts

A car accident in Massachusetts can be traumatic for anyone. Even if you are not injured, any damage to your car or someone else’s car can cause financial hardship and inconvenience. Any bodily injuries can have life-changing consequences. The immediate reaction of most people is shock. They can’t believe what just happened. If this happens to you, take a few …
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May 14, 2018

5 Steps to Take if Injured in a Car Accident

If you’ve been injured in a car accident, it could change your life. Not only is Your health and medical condition at stake, but property damage or injuries to other people can take a toll on your finances. This adds stress and makes any injury feel worse. The first question most parents ask after their child was in a car …
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April 13, 2018

If I Am Charged With OUI in Massachusetts, Is My License Automatically Suspended?

If you are stopped on suspicion of drunk driving in Massachusetts, it is important you understand the repercussions you could be facing. Since the Commonwealth of Massachusetts has an implied consent law, when you apply for and receive a driver’s license, you are agreeing to be subjected to blood alcohol tests if you are stopped and a law enforcement officer …
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April 13, 2018

What Does the Legal Process Look Like Once You’ve Been Charged with OUI in Massachusetts?

If you’ve been charged with operating under the influence (OUI) in Massachusetts, it means that an Officer formed an opinion that you were operating a motor vehicle under the influence of alcohol or drugs. Being arrested, however, does not mean you will be found guilty. Experienced attorneys, here at Eden Rafferty, can carefully navigate the legal system and instruct you …
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February 6, 2018

OUI, DUI, DWI: What’s the Difference in Massachusetts?

In Massachusetts, these abbreviations relatively refer to the same thing, operating under the influence of drugs or alcohol. However, as with most topics in the legal sphere, it is still very important to dig deeper into the question because ignorance or lack of understanding of the law is no defense. What Do OUI, DUI, and DWI Mean? DWI is driving …
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July 29, 2013

Massachusetts woman seriously injured in hit and run

Massachusetts State Police are currently investigating an accident that resulted in serious injuries for a 40-year-old pedestrian who was walking two dogs. The hit and run also resulted in the death of one of her dogs. The 22-year-old driver was arrested several hours later and now faces a charge of leaving the scene of a personal injury accident in addition …
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OUI/DUI: What Is a Field Sobriety Test and Should I Refuse It?

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What You Need to Know about Negligence Laws in Massachusetts

What to Do after a Car Accident in Massachusetts

5 Steps to Take if Injured in a Car Accident

If I Am Charged With OUI in Massachusetts, Is My License Automatically Suspended?

What Does the Legal Process Look Like Once You’ve Been Charged with OUI in Massachusetts?

OUI, DUI, DWI: What’s the Difference in Massachusetts?

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