Boston Personal Injury Attorney Blog

June 7, 2018

Update: Victim of Route 2 Crash Identified as Duane Vachon

Vehicle accidents can sometimes cause critical injuries, and they can sometimes be deadly. This fact means that all drivers must remember to remain aware of their surroundings and do their best to keep accidents from occurring. Reckless driving can have severe consequences, and we must all keep ourselves and others safe by following the rules of the road.

In Westminster, the man killed in a fiery crash on Route 2 has been identified by state police as a 48-year-old man from Lunenburg. Duane Vachon passed away after the accident that involved his 2007 GMC Yukon and one other vehicle occurred causing his vehicle to strike a rock and burst into flames. Mr. Vachon was pronounced dead at the scene. His daughter is raising funds online to pay for his funeral expenses.

Fatalities and Vehicle Accidents

June 7, 2018

Vehicle Accident on Mayfield Street

by Jeffrey S. Glassman

While driving on busier roads may make a car accident more likely to happen, car accidents can also occur on uncongested roads. These accidents can lead to severe injuries, and they can happen out of nowhere. It is vital to remain attentive whenever you are behind the wheel. This applies to any street and at any time, not just on large highways.

On June 6, the Worcester Police Department received a report about a two-vehicle accident. The incident was reported to police around 4 in the afternoon, and first responders arrived on the scene shortly after.

The incident occurred on the 100 block of Mayfield Street. Fire and police officials found that one individual had sustained injuries in the accident, and medical care was given to this individual. Their injuries are still under review, and no fatalities were reported. The accident was cleared within the hour and the normal flow of traffic resumed.

June 7, 2018

One Seriously Injured in House Fire on Oberlin Street

by Jeffrey S. Glassman

Fires are a raging force of nature, and they can do extreme damage to objects as well as living things. A fire can get out of control quickly and cause harm to anyone or anything in its path. Since this is the case, we must all do our best to prevent fires from happening by practicing fire safety habits and not being negligent.

On June 6, a fire was reported to Worcester fire and police officials. The call came in around 7:30 p.m. with a report of a fire in the building at 15 Oberlin Street and residents were reported to be still inside. The first arriving firefighters from the Park Avenue station saw heavy flames on the second floor.

Firefighters rescued one victim who had sustained serious injuries. The victim was taken by ambulance to UMass Memorial Medical Center. After about 40 minutes, the fire was extinguished by crews. The Fire Investigation Unit was called to investigate. The building is a multi-unit home owned by BCR Properties.

June 7, 2018

Accident with Injury on Grafton Street

by Jeffrey S. Glassman

When driving around your neighborhood or on familiar routes, it is easy to get complacent and think that a car accident will not happen, but this is not always the case. A car accident can happen at any time, and some car accidents can be quite severe. They can leave people dealing with major injuries that impact their lives for years in terminal ways.

On June 5, the Worcester Police Department received information about a two-vehicle accident. The accident involved injuries and was reported to the police around 2 in the afternoon. Emergency responders were dispatched to the scene quickly. The accident occurred on the 500 block of Grafton Street.

Initially, emergency responders directed traffic around the area, and within the hour, the scene was cleared. One individual was injured in the collision, and emergency medical care was administered at the scene. No fatalities were reported.

June 7, 2018

Hit-and-Run Crash in Needham Involving Motorcycle

by Jeffrey S. Glassman

Motorcycle accidents can be some of the most lethal accidents that happen. These accidents can cause devastating injuries. Drivers must remember to share the road, and motorcyclists must remain cautious. The risk of these accidents should always be on our minds when we are behind the wheel. Careful driving is vital to keep yourself and everyone around you safe.

On June 6, Needham police received information about a car accident that involved a motorcyclist and a vehicle. The accident was reported to police around 5:30 in the evening, and emergency responders were dispatched to the scratch on Great Plain Avenue.

Upon arrival, they discovered that the car was struck by a motorcycle attempting to pass the car on the left. The motorcycle then fled the scene at a high rate of speed. The individual driving the car suffered from injuries, and medical care laws administered at the scene. The incident is under investigation.

June 7, 2018

Vehicle Accident with Injury on I-95

by Jeffrey S. Glassman

A car accident can occur when we least expect it to, and the impacts of some of these accidents can be quite severe. By remaining aware at all times and following traffic laws, drivers can do their part to keep roads safe and prevent accidents. Reckless driving is a serious offense that can end up having dire consequences.

On June 6, State Police received a call about a motor vehicle accident with injury. Initial reports indicated that the accident involved two vehicles. The accident was reported to police around 10:30 in the morning. Emergency responders were dispatched to the scene shortly afterwards and arrived at the accident on US-1 northbound at I-95.

Fires responders secured the area and directed traffic around the scene. One individual suffered injuries in the accident, and medical care was administered. The extent of their injuries is still being determined. However, no fatalities were reported.

June 7, 2018

Car Accident on Chandler Street Injures One

by Jeffrey S. Glassman

Car accidents can happen at any time, and they can even happen to attentive drivers. Even so, safe driving habits can reduce the risk of an accident happening and help keep yourself and others safe. It is vital for all drivers to follow all traffic laws and remained cautious of their surroundings.

On June 7, the Worcester Police Department responded to a two-vehicle accident. The incident occurred on the 200 block of Chandler Street and was reported to police around 2 in the afternoon. Emergency personnel responded to the scene soon afterwards and found that one individual had sustained injuries due to the crash.

Police and fire departments directed traffic around the area while the scene was cleared and medical care was administered to the victim. The extent of their injuries is still under review.

June 6, 2018

Pedestrian Accident on Summer Street

by Jeffrey S. Glassman

Pedestrian accidents can be some of the most catastrophic accidents because pedestrians are not protected by safety gear. These accidents tend to put pedestrians at risk of serious injuries. This is why it is vital for all drivers to look out for pedestrians and share the road with them. Pedestrians must also remember to remain aware and cautious when near roads.

On June 5, the Lynn Police Department received information about an accident involving a pedestrian and a vehicle. The accident occurred around 7:00 in the evening. The accident was reported to have occurred on Summer Street. First responders were dispatched to the scene and arrived quickly.

Upon arrival, EMTs administered emergency personnel to the pedestrian who had been hurt in the accident. While the extent of the injuries is still being determined, no fatalities were reported.

June 6, 2018

Man Suffers Serious Burns at Workplace Accident in Brewery

by Jeffrey S. Glassman

Fires can cause severe injuries and also do damage to property. Fires can cause burn injuries that are quite painful and impact victim’s lives for years to come. Accidents that happen at the workplace can be especially hard to individuals to deal with. Employers have a responsibility to ensure their workplace is safe for all of their employees.

On June 5, fire officials responded to Trillium Brewing Company in Canton after receiving a report about a 55-year-old man suffering from serious burns. The incident was reported around 4:45 in the afternoon. The man was transported by medical helicopter to Brigham and Women’s hospital where he is reported to be in serious but stable condition. The victim was a contractor working on the brewery’s equipment. Officials say that it is unclear how he received the burn, but that it is likely related to his work at the brewery.

Injuries and Fires

June 6, 2018

Rollover Crash on Route 1 Injures One

by Jeffrey S. Glassman

A car accident can happen anywhere, even on roads we drive on often. While on familiar roads, it can be easy to think that we are safe from accidents, but this is not the case. Some car accidents can leave victims dealing with severe injuries, and the impacts can be negative and far-reaching. All drivers need to do their part to remain attentive.

On June 6, Massachusetts State Police responded to a call they received about a vehicle accident involving two vehicles. The accident was reported at approximately 7:30 a.m., and emergency responders were dispatched to the scene shortly afterwards. The accident occurred on Route 1 northbound at the ramp to I-95 in Dedham.

Upon arrival at the scene, first responders found that one person had sustained injuries, and medical care was given to this individual. They were transported to the hospital, but the extent of their injuries is still under review. One vehicle was over the guardrail, and the ramp was closed as the scene was secured.