Boston Personal Injury Attorney Blog

May 27, 2018

Accident on Memorial Drive

Car accidents can happen to anyone, and they can occur when we are not expecting them. Luckily, most car accidents do not result in serious accidents, but there are some that do. Since this is the case, it is vital for all drivers to remain attentive at all times. Negligent driving can have severe consequences.

On May 26, a two-vehicle accident with minor injuries was reported to the Worcester Police Department. Emergency personnel received information about the accident around 10:00 at night, and they were dispatched to the scene on the 1 block of Goddard Memorial Drive shortly afterwards. Upon arrival, they found that at least one person had sustained injuries, and they administered medical care at the scene.

The extent of the injuries is still being determined, but no fatalities were reported. The area was secured within the hour and traffic resumed as normal.

May 27, 2018

Injury Accident on Glenham Street

by Jeffrey S. Glassman

Car accidents can happen at any time, and they can sometimes happen out of nowhere. Serious accidents can leave victims dealing with injuries for many years, and the impacts of these accidents can be extremely devastating. Accidents can happen anywhere, including in suburban neighborhoods or on backroads.

On May 26, the Boston Police Department received a report about a two-vehicle accident. Minor injuries were reported, and emergency personnel arrived on the scene shortly after receiving the call around 2 in the morning. The incident occurred on 29 Glenham Street.

Officer Anthony Puopolo was the first to arrive, and other first responders arrived shortly afterwards to help him secure the scene and help those involved. Medical care was administered to at least one victim, but the extent of the injuries is still being determined. However, no fatalities were reported.

May 27, 2018

Vehicle and Bicycle Accident on Washington Street

by Jeffrey S. Glassman

Accidents involving bicycles can be especially devastating as bicyclists are not protected by a vehicle. While bicyclists often wear protective gear like helmets, impact with a vehicle can be quite catastrophic. Drivers must remember that they share the roads with bicyclists, and they need to watch out for them. Bicyclists must also remember to remain vigilant at all times.

On May 26, an accident involving a vehicle and a bicycle was reported to the Boston Police Department. The police received a report of the incident that occurred around 10 in the morning on 1640 Washington Street.

Officer Philip Kearney was the first to arrive at the scene and other emergency personnel arrived shortly afterwards. Upon arrival, first responders found that the accident had caused injury to the bicyclist. Medical care was administered at the scene. The extent of the injuries is still being determined, but the injuries do not appear to be serious.

May 27, 2018

Truck Hits Tractor-Trailer on Route 6, One Injured

by Jeffrey S. Glassman

Accidents that involve large trucks can be some of the most devastating vehicle accidents. These vehicles are much larger than the average vehicle on the road, and they can end up causing catastrophic accidents. Drivers or large trucks must remain vigilant and always watch out for smaller vehicles and other cars must remember to be cautious around large trucks.

On May 26, a pickup truck driver collided with a tractor-trailer. First responders arrived on the scene on Route 6 westbound near Exit 8. The driver of the truck had to be transported to a trauma center off Cape Cod by a Medflight helicopter. His injuries do not appear to be life-threatening, but their extent is still being determined.

The Yarmouth Fire Department worked to secure the scene and directed traffic around the area. The scene was cleared within the hour. The driver of the tractor-trailer was not injured.

May 27, 2018

Two-Vehicle Crash Caused when Driver Stung by Bees

by Jeffrey S. Glassman

Car accidents that involve more than one vehicle can be truly devastating, and they can leave multiple people suffering from injuries. It is vital for all drivers to remember to drive cautiously and follow the rules of the road. Negligent driving is a serious matter that can leave people with catastrophic injuries.

On May 26, several people were injured after a car full of bees crashed in the Berkshires. A station wagon that was carrying boxes of bees crashed head-on into another vehicle on South Main Street in Lanesborough.

According to first responders, five people were injured in the crash including a 4-year-old boy. None of the injuries appeared to be serious, but the extent of the injuries is still being investigated. Initial investigations by police indicated that the crash occurred after bees got loose in the station wagon and stung the driver. Many people were stung in the aftermath and during cleanup of the scene.

May 27, 2018

Pedestrian Accident in Hyannis, One in Critical Condition

by Jeffrey S. Glassman

Pedestrian accidents can be some of the most devastating vehicle accidents as they can leave pedestrian with serious injuries. Pedestrians are not protected by helmets or seat belts, and they are exposed completely. It is vital for drivers to remember to watch out for pedestrians and for pedestrians to remain vigilant.

On May 26, a pedestrian accident caused injury to one man. The elderly man was hit by a car while crossing a street in Hyannis. Hyannis emergency officials responded to reports of a pedestrian who had been hit by a car. Upon arrival, they found the victim had extensive injuries, and he was flown by helicopter to Rhode Island Hospital in Providence.

The driver was a 79-year-old man from Carver who was driving a 2018 Chevrolet Trax. No citations have been issued thus far. Police are still investigating this accident.

May 27, 2018

Hit-and-Run Victim Identified, Search for Witness Ongoing

by Jeffrey S. Glassman

Car accidents can happen out of nowhere, and they can have fatal consequences. It is vital to remember that reckless driving can cause serious injury and can also have deadly impacts. This is why all drivers must remain attentive at all times and remember the duty of care they have to others around them.

On May 26, a man was killed after a hit-and-run crash that occurred in the Mattapan neighborhood of Boston. Massachusetts State Police identified the victim as 40-year-old Pierre Desir of Boston.

Desir was walking on Morton Street when a driver struck him. The vehicle that struck him did not stop. Upon arrival, first responders secured the scene and begin the investigation. Police are still seeking a taxi driver who may have witnessed the crash. The investigation into the accident is still ongoing by state police.

May 27, 2018

Injury Accident on Fairhaven Road

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 detrimental ways. The impacts of negligent driving can have a ripple effect. This is why it is vital for all drivers to remain attentive while behind the wheel.

The Worcester Police Department received a report about a multi-vehicle accident involving personal injury that occurred at the 100 block of Fairhaven Road. The incident was reported to the department on May 26 at 10 in the morning.

Emergency responders arrived on the scene and found at least one victim was suffering from injuries. They administered medical care on the scene. The extent of the injuries is still being determined. However, the injuries do not appear to be life-threatening. The scene of the accident was cleared shortly afterwards and traffic resumed as normal.

May 27, 2018

Accident on Chester Street

by Jeffrey S. Glassman

Vehicle accidents can occur when we are not expecting them. It is essential to remain vigilant at all times, not just when on busy roads. Accidents can happen on one-lane roads in small towns or on busy freeways. The impacts of these accidents can be far-reaching and even fatal.

On May 26, an accident was reported to the Worcester Police Department. The accident occurred around 3 p.m. at the 1st block of Chester Street, and first responders arrived on the scene shortly afterwards.

Upon arrival, emergency personnel found that at least one person was suffering from injuries. Medical care was administered at the scene, and statements were taken from those involved in the accident. The extent of the injuries was still being determined. However, no fatalities were reported.

May 27, 2018

Hit-and-Run Accident on Main Street

by Jeffrey S. Glassman

Vehicle accidents can occur even we are not expecting them, and some of these accidents can have devastating consequences. Negligent driving can leave people with injuries and even cause fatalities. Drivers who cause accidents and then leave the scene are acting criminally, and they could be leaving victims behind to suffer from their injuries.

On May 26, the Worcester Police Department received information about a hit-and-run driver that caused an accident on the 900 Block of Main Street. Initial reports found that the accident involved two vehicles, one of which left the scene shortly after the incident occurred. The incident was reported to first responders around 6 in the evening. Fire and police departments arrived on the scene of the accident shortly after.

Medical care was administered at the scene upon arrival, and no individuals had to be taken to the hospital. It appears there were no serious injuries, but the extent of the injuries is still being determined.