Motorcycle Accident

April 25, 2018

Hadley Motorcycle Riders Sustain Serious Injuries in Car Accident

A motorcycle and car crashed into each other on April 22 in Hadley, causing serious injuries to the riders on the motorcycle.

The riders were a man and a woman, residents of Ware. They were transported to Springfield’s Baystate Medical Center in an ambulance. They were reported as being in critical condition, yet stable.

The crash involved a sedan and happened at about 4:30 p.m. on South Maple Street around the Mountain Farms Mall and Hampshire Mall. Hadley Police, Hadley Fire Department and Amherst Fire Department were all dispatched to the scene of the accident.

April 24, 2018

Motorcycle Crash on Route 146 in Sutton Causes Injuries

by Jeffrey S. Glassman

In the latter part of Monday, a male riding a motorcycle was hurt in a crash on Route 146 in Sutton. He was from Whitinsville.

The nearly 30-year-old rider was transported via ambulance to Worcester’s UMass Memorial Medical Center – University Campus with severe injuries.

The Massachusetts State Police Collision Analysis and Reconstruction division has begun an inquiry into the accident. The 1991 Harley-Davidson motorcycle was the single vehicle involved. The rider was traveling southbound at nearly 5 p.m. when the crash happened. The scene was being evaluated until about 7:30 p.m.

April 21, 2018

Understanding Distracted Driving

by Jeffrey S. Glassman

Did you know that taking your eyes off the road while driving 55 miles per hour, for even one sec means that you will have missed traveling the length of a football field. That is a lot of scenery and roadway conditions you would have missed.

Five seconds are the typical amount of time it takes to engage with a text message.

April is National Distracted Driving Awareness Month, to bring awareness to the dangers of distracted driving.

April 21, 2018

Are Your Tires Keeping You Safe on the Road?

by Jeffrey S. Glassman

Unexpected tire failure can turn into a serious situation.

In a tire-blowout accident, remaining calm can help save your life. In an unexpected tire failure scenario, simply slowly lift your foot from the gas pedal.

Avoid using your brakes. maneuver your car in a straight line and let it slowly come to a stop at a safe location away from the flow of traffic.

April 20, 2018

Alert Motorcyclists Can Avoid Accidents

by Jeffrey S. Glassman

It is common knowledge that driving a motorcycle comes with risks, risks which are different from those accompanying driving a car.

Despite these risks, people are still driving more and more motorcycles every year. Riding a motorcycle comes with a lot of positives, but it is important to minimize and acknowledge the risks.

Visibility and Emotions

April 19, 2018

The Importance of Taking Photos After a Car Accident

by Jeffrey S. Glassman

Car collisions are sudden. They happen in the middle of a tranquil, uneventful drive. That quick minute can result in minor injuries or tragic fatality.

Once you are safe from the immediate harm of the accident, shock can quickly set in. It can be hard to think or understand the gravity of the situation. These may be some of the most crucial moments in the life of your personal injury lawsuit. This is why it is important to take pictures of the vehicle, the surroundings, the people, even your clothes and skin.

The American Association of Justice reports that insurance companies are very profitable. They are so profitable because they can be incredibly successful in denying accident claims. Your photos will back up your words. Without your photos, it becomes easier for an insurance adjuster to put the culpability of the accident on you, low-balling the cost of the damage, and arguing that your injuries are not that severe.

April 16, 2018

Motorcycle Crashes Cause Lifelong Challenges

by Jeffrey S. Glassman

While many motorcycle riders enjoy the freeing feeling associated with riding motorcycles on roads throughout Massachusetts, the truth is that motorcyclists are frequently exposed to serious injuries when they happen to be involved in motor vehicle accidents. The inherent lack of protection afforded to motorcycle riders often means that these individuals are usually susceptible to much more severe injuries in most crashes.

Did you sustain extensive injuries or was your loved one killed in a motorcycle crash anywhere in Massachusetts? You will want to contact Jeffrey Glassman Injury Lawyers as soon as possible at (617) 777-7777 to have our personal injury lawyer provide a complete evaluation of your case.

April 14, 2018

Marlborough Motorcycle Crash

by Jeffrey S. Glassman

In the early afternoon on Saturday, April 14th, an accident was observed on Route 495. It was in Marlborough. The motorcycle collided with the back of a vehicle just before exit 25. The force of the impact sent the motorcycle into the rear windshield of the vehicle.

The details emerged on the Twitter feed of Matthew Gregoire, who provides videos for area news companies.

April 14, 2018

Fatal Motorcycle Accident in Manchester

by Jeffrey S. Glassman

On Sunday, April 15th, a motorcyclist on Highland Street slammed into a guardrail. The Manchester accident resulted in the rider’s death at the scene. There is no information on the rider’s identity or details as to what caused the accident.

The incident is being reviewed by the Manchester Police Department Traffic Unit and the Metro Traffic Accident Reconstruction Team. Officers are asking for anyone who has leads to contact Officer Augusto at 860-645-5560.

January 3, 2017

Head Trauma and Helmet Laws in Personal Injury Cases

by Jeffrey S. Glassman

Head injuries, including concussion and traumatic brain injury (TBI), are among the most serious types of personal injuries, other than wrongful death, that we typically see. The reasons are somewhat obvious when doctors consider a “minor” brain injury can have lifelong consequences for the victim.

One of the things known to reduce head injuries – or at least the severity of them – is the motorcycle helmet. Motorcycle helmet laws, however, vary widely from state-to-state. There is a large sector of the motorcycle riding population that wants nothing to do with a helmet. They feel that it is not worth riding a motorcycle if you cannot feel the freedom of the wind in your hair and face. While Massachusetts has a mandatory helmet law, not every state does. Continue reading