When leaving the safety of your home in New Bedford, Massachusetts, it is never part of your plans to experience a personal injury. Yet, despite your best efforts, an accident can occur at any time, anywhere in Bristol County. Perhaps while driving along Route 6, another vehicle may suddenly hit your car. Or while shopping at the Dartmouth Mall, you may slip and fall on a freshly mopped wet floor.
In 2016, in fact, there were 39.5 million physician office visits for unintentional injuries.
Often, injuries could have been avoided if appropriate measures had been taken. A personal injury from an accident in Bristol County is never a welcome experience. If this has happened to you or your loved one, do not talk to the insurance companies first – get free advice from our personal injury lawyers in New Bedford, MA!
Call the personal injury team at Jason Stone Injury Lawyers at (800) 577-5188. You need the legal backing of a law firm that stands ready to help you pursue your compensation. We have experience handling personal injury cases in New Bedford, MA, and are well-equipped to negotiate your claim on your behalf. We can conduct your free consultation by phone or video conferencing if you prefer.
Types of Personal Injury Cases We Handle in New Bedford, MA
Personal injury law exists to protect your rights regarding harm caused by the recklessness or negligence of someone else. The main purpose of the law is to restore as much as possible of what the injured person lost, and to discourage others from committing the same offense.
A wide range of situations fall under the umbrella of personal injury law. Some practice areas that our attorneys serving New Bedford, MA, include (but are not limited to) the following.
Premises liability and slip-and-fall
Slip-and-fall accidents occur frequently every year in Massachusetts. These incidents fall under premises liability law because the owner or manager of a premises has the legal responsibility to ensure a safe environment for visitors. Failure to promptly tend to hazards could make him or her liable. Hazards may include icy sidewalks, unmarked wet floors, and broken steps.
Auto accidents
Every year in the US, some 3 millionpeople are injured in auto accidents. In 2019, Massachusetts had 321 fatal motor vehicle crashes, with 3 of these occurring in New Bedford. In many cases, a driver was either disobeying the law or driving distracted. There are other common forms of negligence while driving including speeding, failing to yield, and DUIs.
Commercial truck accidents
In 2018, there were 39 large trucks involved in fatal crashes in Massachusetts. Due to the size of the vehicles, commercial truck accidents often result in serious, life-threatening, or life-changing injuries.
Frequently, these accidents involve several potentially liable parties and insurance companies. As such, determining liability can be a complicated process.
Pedestrian accidents
Incidents involving a pedestrian being struck by a moving vehicle occur more frequently than you would expect, and these accidents are almost always catastrophic for the pedestrian. In fact, in 2018, there were 78 pedestrian fatalities in Massachusetts. Common causes of pedestrian accidents include distracted driving, speeding, and a failure to yield.
Product liability
Manufacturers have the legal responsibility to make sure that their products are safe. A defective product can harm or even kill an individual. Failure to detect a problem, correct the issue, or warn consumers could warrant a lawsuit for injuries suffered. Various types of product liability cases include prescription drugs, auto parts, toys, appliances, cleaning products, and electronics.
Social Security Disability
A person may qualify for SSD benefits when he or she suffers a disability (physical or mental) that interferes with the daily routine of work. However, there is only a 47 percent approval rate for SSDI in Massachusetts. Obstacles to receiving disability payments can include insufficient evidence and failure to cooperate. Some claims may need to be argued in court with the assistance of an attorney.
Medical malpractice
Medical malpractice occurs when a medical professional or facility negligently violates the standard of care. Serious injuries, or even premature death, often result from such negligence.
One report stated that more than 250,000 deaths occur each year in the nation due to medical errors. In 2020, Massachusetts had 704 adverse action reportsfiled against health care practitioners.
Wrongful death
Wrongful death occurs when someone is killed by a negligent act (not including self-defense). Some common causes of wrongful death include defective products, bicycle or pedestrian accidents, and aviation accidents.
The loss of a loved one is an extremely painful experience to suffer. The emotional pain may be further compounded when the death was caused by the negligence of another person or organization. You and your family can regain peace of mind, though, with help from Jason Stone Injury Lawyers to pursue justice.
Why Come Talk to the Team of Personal Injury Lawyers in New Bedford, MA
Having experienced an unexpected personal injury in New Bedford, Massachusetts, or the surrounding area, you may be feeling overwhelmed by the change in your circumstances. Mounting medical bills, the inability to return to work, and increased physical pain may be causing you great distress.
Don’t suffer alone – Better Phone Stone®! With the team at Jason Stone Injury Lawyers by your side, you will have the right attorneys helping you with your case. Call us or chat with our representative online with No Obligation, Just Information®. We can even visit you at your home, by phone, or by video call.
When you are hurt due to someone else’s carelessness, it only makes sense that his or her insurance should pay for your recovery. However, the insurance adjuster is likely to resist paying you the maximum amount.
Also, keep in mind that you have a limited period of time to file a personal injury claim. The statute of limitations for filing personal injury cases in Massachusetts is 3 years. You need our help to meet the deadline!
Take action and get free legal advice from one of our personal injury lawyers in New Bedford, MA. There are no hidden fees. And part of our Stone Cold Guarantee® is that we only get paid if you win. Reach a personal injury lawyer at Jason Stone Injury Lawyers serving New Bedford, MA, today at (800) 577-5188 for a free consultation.
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