Personal Injury

June 5, 2018

Drunk Driver Crashes into Car Rental Agency, Sending One to Hospital

Car accidents can happen when we least expect them, and the impacts of some of these incidents can be quite severe. One action that puts people on roads at risk is the criminal activity of drunk drivers. These individuals are acting recklessly and putting the lives of other people in danger. Drunk drivers could cause accidents that have lethal consequences.

In Quincy, Massachusetts, police responded to a crash that happened around 4:50 p.m. on June 4. The incident occurred when Alan Whiffe, 53, drove a pickup truck into the Hertz building on the Southern Artery.

First responders arrived at the scene quickly and found that one individual had been injured in the accidents. This individual, a Hertz employee, was taken to the hospital with injuries that were not life-threatening. Brewster Ambulance also evaluated four other people at the scene.

June 5, 2018

Injury Accident on Blue Hill Avenue

by Jeffrey S. Glassman

Car accidents can happen at any time, and they can happen to even the most cautious drivers. Even so, careful driving can reduce the risk of an accident occurring and help keep yourself and everyone around you safe. It is vital for all drivers to follow traffic laws and remain aware when behind the wheel.

On June 5, the Boston Police Department responded to a two-vehicle accident with reported injuries. The incident occurred on Blue Hill Avenue and was reported to the police around 8:00 in the morning.

Emergency personnel and police including Officer Sean Bang responded to the scene soon afterwards and found that one individual had sustained injuries in the crash. Medical care was administered to this individual, but the extent of their injuries is still under review. The crash was secured by first responders, and the scene was cleared within the hour.

June 5, 2018

Tractor Trailer and Dump Truck Collide in Easton, Injuring One

by Jeffrey S. Glassman

Trucking accidents can be some of most severe accidents that happen on roads. These accidents can lead to serious injuries because these trucks are much larger than the average car on the road. Drivers must remember to remain cautious whenever they are driving near large vehicles, and truckers must do their part to be extra careful and vigilant.

On June 5, Easton police and firefighters responded to the area of 534 Foundry Street around 8:45 a.m. after receiving a report of a two-vehicle collision. While responding, they received multiple calls reporting the crash was head-on.

Upon arrival, first responders found a dump truck had hit into a tractor-trailer truck and both vehicles were in the middle of one of the lanes. One of the drivers was taken by ambulance to Good Samaritan Medical Center. Traffic remained impact in the area for over an hour as the scene was cleared. The cause of the crash is still being investigated.

June 5, 2018

Injury Accident on Harrison Avenue

by Jeffrey S. Glassman

Vehicle accidents can be devastating and sometimes cause severe injuries. When victims are injured, they can feel the ripple effects for many years after the fact. Drivers must do their part to keep roads safe whenever they get behind the wheel. It is vital for everyone on the roads to follow traffic laws at all times.

On June 4, the Boston Police Department received information about a vehicle accident with injuries. The accident was reported to have involved two vehicles and occurred around 11:00 a.m. Emergency personnel responded at the scene shortly afterwards and found that some of the individuals involved in the accident had sustained injuries.

The incident occurred on Harrison Avenue. Upon arrival, Officer Andrew Kelly and other first responders helped those who had been injured and secured the scene. The extent of the injuries is still being determined. However, no fatalities were reported.

June 5, 2018

Bicycle Accident on Kneeland Street

by Jeffrey S. Glassman

No one ever expects to be in an accident while on the road, and these incidents can happen suddenly. Bigblue accidents can be some of the most severe as bike riders are not protected by vehicles. Even wearing helmets and other protective gear cannot prevent injuries in all cases, although wearing a helmet is essential. Drivers must remember to look out for bicyclists and share the road, and bicyclists must remain vigilant.

On June 5, the Boston Police Department received a report of a bicycle accident that occurred at approximately 12:45 in the morning. Police and fire officials were called to the incident which occurred on Kneeland Street.

Upon arrival, Officer Victor Samuel Munoz and other first responders learned that the cyclist had been injured in the collision, and they administered care at the scene. This individual was transported to the hospital, but their identity has not been released. A portion of the road while the scene was cleared and traffic was directed around the area.

June 5, 2018

Injury Accident on Centre Street

by Jeffrey S. Glassman

Vehicle accidents can happen when we least expect them. When these accidents happen, victims’ lives can be severely impacted and changed in detrimental ways for years to come. By paying attention and following all traffic laws, drivers can reduce the risk that an accident will happen.

On June 4, Cambridge Police received a report of a two-vehicle crash that involved a hit-and-run driver. The incident occurred around 6 p.m. on Centre Street. Emergency personnel were dispatched to the scene shortly after the information was received.

Upon arrival, first responders found that some individuals involved in the accident were injured, and medical care was administered at the scene. Statements from those who remained at the scene were taken, and the search for the hit-and-run driver is still ongoing. The extent of the injuries is still under review. However, no fatalities were reported.

June 5, 2018

Another Vehicle Crash in Woolwich Causes Injuries

by Jeffrey S. Glassman

Car accidents can happen out of nowhere, and car accidents that involve multiple vehicles can be especially devastating. These accidents can cause injury to many people at once and leave them suffering from determinantal injuries. We must all remember the duty of care we have to one another when behind the wheel and do our part to prevent accidents.

On June 4, a 1990 Dodge pick-up truck being driven by Forest Sidelinger was going northbound on Route 1 when Sidelinger attempted to turn around and pulled in front of a 2016 Mercury being driven by Robert Miller. The pick-up truck was then pushed into a 2017 Ford Focus being driven by Sarah Stewart.

Police heard of this accident and arrived on the scene to find that multiple people had sustained injuries in this collision. Melissa Sidelinger suffered minor injuries but was not taken to a hospital. Miller was transported to a nearby hospital with head and neck injuries, and a passenger in his vehicle was also taken to the hospital to be treated for head and neck injuries.

June 5, 2018

Accident with Injury on Expressway North

by Jeffrey S. Glassman

Car accidents can happen at any time, and they can happen quite suddenly. Serious accidents can leave victims dealing with injuries for many years to come, and the impacts of these accidents can be extremely devastating. While an accident can happen anywhere, it is extra important to remain vigilant while on freeways and highways.

On June 4, State Police received a report about a two-vehicle accident. The accident occurred around 2:50 in the afternoon, and emergency personnel were dispatched to the scene quickly.

Upon arrival at Expressway north at Exit 9, they secured the area and directed traffic around the scene. The shoulder was blocked because of the accident. At least one individual sustained injuries, and they were given medical care at the scene. The extent of the injuries is still under review. However, no fatalities were reported. No further details were given by police.

June 5, 2018

Multi-Vehicle Accident Involving Stoughton Police Cruisers Injures One

by Jeffrey S. Glassman

Car accidents that result in injury can happen when we are least expecting them, and they can cause injuries that change lives in harmful ways. Vehicle accidents that involve more than one vehicle can be especially dire. The impact of negligent driving can have a ripple effect that is sometimes harrowing, and we must all do our part to keep roads safe.

On June 4, a multi-vehicle car accident occurred at the intersection of Pearl Street and School Street. The incident was reported to Stoughton police who responded at the scene quickly after hearing the news. The accident caused damage to two police cruisers as well as two additional vehicles.

At least one person was injured in the accident, and they were transported by ambulance to a nearby hospital. The extent of their injuries is still being determined. No further details have been reported, and the cause of the accident remains under investigation.

June 5, 2018

Bicycle Accident with Injury on Massachusetts Avenue

by Jeffrey S. Glassman

Bicycle accidents can happen when we least expect them, and they can have severe impacts. While accidents cannot be completely prevented, attentive driving can reduce the risk of an accident occurring. It is essential for all drivers to remember they share the road with bicyclists and need to look out for them.

On June 4, the Boston Police Department received information about an injury accident involving a bicycle and a vehicle. Initial reports said that the accident involved significant injury to the bicyclist. The accident was reported to police at 2:30 p.m. and occurred on 585 Massachusetts Avenue.

Upon arrival at the scene, first responders administered care to the hurt individual, and they were transported to a nearby hospital by ambulance. No fatalities were reported. The accident was cleared, and the normal flow of traffic resumed in the area.