Massachusetts wrongful death attorneys

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 4, 2018

One Man Killed, One Woman Injured in Collision in Wilbraham

by Jeffrey S. Glassman

Some car accidents can cause fatalities. These accidents are tragedies that leave family and friends behind to grieve their loss. Whenever anyone gets behind the wheel, they must remember that their negligence actions could have deadly consequences. We must all do our part to keep these accidents from occurring.

One person was killed and another was severely injured in a two-car accident that occurred in Wilbraham. Police were notified of the accident around 11:30 p.m., and they arrived on this scene quickly afterwards.

The accident occurred on 934 Main Street near Branch Road. Upon arrival, they found the accident involved two vehicles, each with one occupant. Both drivers, one man and one woman, were from Hampden and were taken by ambulance to a nearby hospital. The man was pronounced dead while at the hospital, and the woman was in critical condition. Their identities have not been released at this time, and the crash remains under invitation.

June 2, 2018

Update: Plantation Street Motorcycle Crash Victim Identified as Adrianna Colon

by Jeffrey S. Glassman

Motorcycle accidents can be lethal. The risk of a serious accident occurring should remind us all to remain cautious and drive attentively whenever we get behind the wheel. Reckless driving can cause catastrophic accidents that can take lives. We must all do our part to prevent these accidents from happening. Motorcyclists and drivers of vehicles must follow the rules of the road and remain vigilant.

An update has been reported related to the motorcycle crash on Plantation Street that claimed the life of one victim. The identity of the victim has been released.

31-year-old Adriana Colon, a Worcester resident, succumbed to her injuries a short time after arriving to a nearby hospital. She was riding her 2003 Kawasaki on Plantation Street when she struck the passenger side of a Toyota Avalon that was attempting to turn onto an on-ramp. The investigation into the crash is still ongoing.

June 2, 2018

Christopher William Robicheau Dies in Car, FedEx Truck Collision

by Jeffrey S. Glassman

A car accident can occur suddenly, and some of these accidents can be fatal. These accidents are tragic, and they leave families and friends dealing with the impacts for years. Through remaining vigilant and follow traffic laws, all drivers can be a part of keeping roads safe. Reckless driving can be serious and cause catastrophic accidents.

A man from Massachusetts has died following a crash involving a FedEx truck. Christopher William Robichaud, 48, was pronounced dead at the scene of the crash on Route 32, or River Road, near the Tollund and Willington Border. The driver of the FedEx truck, Braulio Diaz-Aguilar, 47, did not appear to sustain any injuries in the collision.

The accident happened around 1:45 a.m. when the 2001 Toyota Camry caused the double yellow lines and hit the front of the truck. This collision is still under investigation by police.

May 18, 2018

Orange Men Held Without Bail in Connection with Fatal Athol Crash

by Jeffrey S. Glassman

Car accidents can have fatal consequences and leave families grieving.

An Orange man is being held without bail after his arraignment on Friday morning on charges related to a May 13 crash. This crash claimed the life of Eric Gage.

Jay Pressley is being charged with manslaughter homicide by OUI and negligence.

May 17, 2018

Suspects Arrested in Death of Bethgy Cator

by Jeffrey S. Glassman

The criminal actions of others that lead to fatalities can be hard to understand.

Renardo Williams, 24, and Chanel Martins, 29, have been charged in the death of Beth Cantor, 26.

State Police arrested the two men in connection with the shooting on Saturday night in Brockton.

May 17, 2018

Victim Identified in Mattapan Shooting

by Jeffrey S. Glassman

The violent, criminal actions that cause harm to others are hard to understand.

At around 11 in the morning on Tuesday, police responded to a call about a person shot on 50 Evelyn Street in Mattapan. The victim has been identified as Garfield Thomas, 33. He suffered from a gunshot wound and was pronounced dead after being taken to the hospital.

We would like to send our condolences to the family of Garfield Thomas. These violent acts can be hard to understand. Criminal actions that kill people leave the family and friends behind to grieve and ask why. It is so important to do all we can to help victims families. It is also important to help make our communities safer.

May 17, 2018

Update: Obituary for Kathleen ‘Kathy’ Callahan

by Jeffrey S. Glassman

Vehicle accidents that lead to fatalities are tragic.

47-year-old Katheleen ‘Kathy’ Calahan was killed in a car crash on Mother’s Day. Funeral services will take place on Saturday. Her obituary talks about how much she loved her role as grandma as well as her customers at Dunkin Donuts.

We want to give our condolences to the family and friends. Vehicle accidents that caused deaths are particularly tragic. They leave family members grieving and asking why. It is so important to raise awareness about driving safety and attentiveness. Family members can also seek to recover their rights by filing a wrongful death claim.

May 16, 2018

Update: Man Killed in Mattapan Shooting

by Jeffrey S. Glassman

Violent, criminal actions that cause fatalities can be extremely difficult to understand.

Boston police say a man has died after a shooting that happened in Mattapan on Tuesday morning.

This incident occurred at around 10:40 in the morning in a house on Evelyn Street. The victim, a male in his 30’s, was taken to Boston Medical Center and pronounced dead there.