Woman Struck by Truck on I-495

Karen Youngblood, 47, of Lowell suffered serious injuries Thursday afternoon around 2:30pm when she was hit by a pickup truck while trying to change one of her tires in the breakdown lane near Exit 47 in Methuen on 495 South.  The Eagle Tribune reported today that Youngblood remains in a Boston hospital for treatment of serious injuries. 

Mike Belisle, 29, of North Andover was identified as the operator of the Ford pickup that struck Youngblood on the side of the highway.  Belisle was reportedly going to a landscaping job with his co-worker when a vehicle in front of him in the right travel lane slammed on the brakes, which resulted in Belisle doing the same and striking Youngblood with his truck.  Belisle reportedly cooperated with Massachusetts State Police at the scene of the accident.  The investigation is continuing into the exact cause of how Youngblood was struck.

Car Crash Injuries in the U.S.
The Centers of Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) estimates that just under 2.5 million drivers, occupants, motorcyclists and pedestrians were treated in emergency rooms around the U.S. in 2009 for injuries stemming from car accidents.

When to Contact a Massachusetts Accident Injury Lawyer
If you or someone you know has been seriously injured in a car accident in Massachusetts due to someone else’s recklessness, BEFORE you sign any forms, talk to the insurance company or hire a lawyer, contact the Massachusetts accident injury lawyers with Kiley Law Group to find out about your legal options. 

Our car accident lawyers have 30 years of experience and a successful track record of obtaining seven figure wins for our clients in auto accident cases, medical malpractice, child birth injuries, brain injuries, and other personal injury cases.  Call 800-410-2769 to receive your free legal consultation today.

And while the call is free, the information may be priceless.

DISCLAIMER: The Kiley Law Group is not representing any of the parties mentioned in this article at the time the article was posted. Our information source is cited within the article. If you were involved in this accident or a similar incident and have questions about your rights and legal options, call us at 800-410-2769, or another reputable law firm. Do not act solely upon the information provided herein. Get a legal evaluation. We provide a free, confidential consultation to all not-at-fault persons named in this article and to their family members as well.

NH Man Dies in North Andover 3-Car Accident

Raymond Leclerc, 47, of Manchester, N.H., was pronounced dead at the scene of a crash that involved 3 cars early this past Monday morning on Route 114 in North Andover.   

The Eagle Tribune reports that Leclerc crashed into an electrical supply truck around 5:30am near the Royal Crest apartments and Merrimack College, by the intersection of Route 125.  Thomas Dantoni, also of Manchester, NH, was operating the supply truck and was able to get himself out of the truck following the collision before his truck caught on fire.  Dantoni suffered minor injuries and was taken to an area hospital for treatment. The third driver involved in the accident, Brent Thompson, sustained minor injuries as well and was also treated at a local hospital.  It is unclear at this time how Thompson was involved in the crash. 

Police cordoned off Route 114 going in both directions for the duration of the morning commute while the scene was cleared and reconstruction teams analyzed the scene.

Our thoughts are with those who were involved in the tragic crash.

2009 Fatal Car Crash Statistics in Massachusetts
The Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS) of the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has reported that a total of 334 individuals were killed in deadly car accidents in Massachusetts in 2009.  These victims included drivers and occupants in vehicles involved in the accidents, as well as pedestrians.  That same year, there were 250 fatal crashes that occurred involving two motor vehicles traveling straight on a roadway or highway. 

When to Contact a Massachusetts Car Accident Lawyer
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State Trooper Hurt in I-93 Crash in Quincy

Brian Berry, 43, a Massachusetts State Trooper, was hurt in a crash that was reportedly caused by a drunk driver early Sunday morning on I-93 in Quincy, according to The Boston Globe.  Wayne Leduc, 40, of Milton was allegedly under the influence of alcohol when he crashed into Berry’s cruiser that had been parked on I-93.  Berry had just pulled over a Cambridge driver in a separate incident.  The impact from Leduc’s vehicle forced the cruiser into Berry, who had been standing at the front of the cruiser, and resulted in injuries to Berry’s legs.  Berry is in stable condition currently at a Boston area hospital.  Leduc was promptly arrested and was in Quincy District Court to face a number of charges today.

Drunk Driving in Massachusetts
While the blood alcohol content (BAC) was not released in this case, having a BAC of .08 or over while driving in Massachusetts is illegal.  This amount is lower for drivers younger than 21 and for individuals who operate commercials trucks.  An OUI conviction for a driver in the Commonwealth could potentially result in fines anywhere from $500 to $5,000, as well as a prison sentence of two years or more.  Help make the roads safer in Massachusetts by including a designated driver in your evening plans.

When to Contact the Best Lawyer in Massachusetts
If you or someone you know has been seriously injured or killed in a motor vehicle accident in Massachusetts due to someone else’s recklessness, BEFORE you sign any forms, talk to the insurance company or hire a lawyer, get this free Massachusetts accidents book to learn how to avoid making the 7 fatal mistakes after an accident.

Contact the Massachusetts injury lawyers with Kiley Law Group to find out about your legal options.  Our car accident lawyers have 30 years of experience and successful track record of obtaining seven figure wins for our clients in auto accident cases, medical malpractice, child birth injuries, brain injuries, and other personal injury cases.  Call 800-410-2769 to receive a free legal consultation.  And while the call is free, the information may be priceless.

DISCLAIMER: The Kiley Law Group is not representing any of the parties mentioned in this article at the time the article was posted. Our information source is cited within the article. If you were involved in this accident or a similar incident and have questions about your rights and legal options, call us at 800-410-2769, or another reputable law firm. Do not act solely upon the information provided herein. Get a legal evaluation. We provide a free, confidential consultation to all not-at-fault persons named in this article and to their family members as well.

State Trooper Struck in 3-Vehicle Crash in Framingham

Edward Treseler, 54, a Sergeant with the Massachusetts State Police suffered a wrist injury following a crash involving three cars on Route 30 near the Mass Pike entrance in Framingham that took place shortly after 1:00am this morning, The Boston Globe reports.  According to preliminary reports, two vehicles were drag racing at the time of the accident and were driving next to each other at a high rate of speed.  One of the drivers, Alejandro Ramos, 27, of Framingham then collided with the Trooper’s vehicle in the oncoming lane of travel.  Ramos is in critical condition in a Boston area hospital.

The driver of the second vehicle was identified as Falcaneri Fuentes, 31, also of Framingham.  He did not suffer any injuries in the crash and the passenger in Fuentes’ car, Yenci Pineda, 19, also was uninjured.  Both Fuentes and Ramos will be summonsed to court for operating to endanger and without a license, as well as for speeding and marked lanes violations.  No charges have been filed against Fuentes and Ramos at this time.

When to Contact the Best Lawyer in Massachusetts
If you or someone you know has been seriously injured or killed in a motor vehicle accident in Massachusetts due to someone else’s recklessness, BEFORE you sign any forms, talk to the insurance company or hire a lawyer, get this free Massachusetts accidents book to learn how to avoid making the 7 fatal mistakes after an accident.

Contact the Massachusetts injury lawyers with Kiley Law Group to find out about your legal options.  Our car accident lawyers have 30 years of experience and successful track record of obtaining seven figure wins for our clients in auto accident cases, medical malpractice, child birth injuries, brain injuries, and other personal injury cases.  Call 800-410-2769 to receive a free legal consultation.  And while the call is free, the information may be priceless.

DISCLAIMER: The Kiley Law Group is not representing any of the parties mentioned in this article at the time the article was posted. Our information source is cited within the article. If you were involved in this accident or a similar incident and have questions about your rights and legal options, call us at 800-410-2769, or another reputable law firm. Do not act solely upon the information provided herein. Get a legal evaluation. We provide a free, confidential consultation to all not-at-fault persons named in this article and to their family members as well.

Three Massachusetts Men Die in Friday’s Fatal Lynnfield, Marlborough Accidents

Victor Vargas, 42, of Lynn was killed this past Friday night in Lynnfield in the breakdown lane of Route 1 after he was hit by an SUV operated by William Halpin III, 25, of Melrose.  Vargas had been in the breakdown lane after his taxi was involved in a fender-bender with a Chevy Cobalt in front of him.  He and the driver of the Cobalt had been exchanging information when Halpin, who was allegedly under the influence of drugs at the time of the crash, struck Vargas and then collided with the Cobalt, causing injury to a 6-year-old boy who was seated in the Cobalt.  The boy sustained serious injuries to his arm and shoulder and was rushed to a Boston area hospital.  According to The Boston Globe, Halpin had tossed marijuana from his SUV, but the drugs were later recovered at the scene of the deadly Massachusetts crash by police.  Halpin entered a not guilty plea today in Peabody District Court in answer to a charge of motor vehicle homicide while operating under the influence of drugs.  He is currently held on $25,000 bail.

Earlier on Friday, Adam Richard, 34, of Hudson and Michael Kaminski, 60, of Oxford died in a 4-car accident in Marlborough on Route 85, according to MassLive.  Richard was reportedly declared dead at the scene of the accident and Kaminski succumbed to his injuries some time later at a local hospital.  According to preliminary reports, Richard lost control of the Chevy Malibu he was driving as he was traveling west on Route 85 and swerved into the opposite lane of travel heading east.  Richard initially struck a box truck driven by Richard Delisle, 62, of Palmer, before he collided head on with Kaminski’s Ford Taurus.  Delisle was not injured in the multiple-vehicle accident.  Robert Murner, 48, of Wilbraham, had been driving behind Kaminski and, when Kaminski was struck by Richard, Murner was not able to brake in time and struck Kaminski’s car from behind.  Murner and his passenger, Christine Murner, also 48 and of Wilbraham, were both uninjured.  Police are continuing to investigate what exactly lead up to the accident.

When to Contact a Massachusetts Auto Accidents Lawyer
If you or someone you know has been seriously injured or killed in a motor vehicle accident in Massachusetts due to someone else’s recklessness, BEFORE you sign any forms, talk to the insurance company or hire a lawyer, get this free Massachusetts accidents book to learn how to avoid making the 7 fatal mistakes after an accident.

Contact a Massachusetts personal injury attorney with Kiley Law Group to find out about your legal options.  Our car accident lawyers have 30 years of experience and successful track record of obtaining seven figure wins for our clients in auto accident cases, medical malpractice, child birth injuries, brain injuries, and other personal injury cases.  Call 800-410-2769 to receive a free legal consultation.  And while the call is free, the information may be priceless.

DISCLAIMER: The Kiley Law Group is not representing any of the parties mentioned in this article at the time the article was posted. Our information source is cited within the article. If you were involved in this accident or a similar incident and have questions about your rights and legal options, call us at 800-410-2769, or another reputable law firm. Do not act solely upon the information provided herein. Get a legal evaluation. We provide a free, confidential consultation to all not-at-fault persons named in this article and to their family members as well.

Oil Truck Hit, Killed Elderly Man Running Across I-93 in Wilmington

Edward Ruff, 83, of Tewksbury died yesterday morning in a pedestrian accident after being struck by an oil truck on I-93 North in Wilmington as he was running across the highway for a hubcap. The Lowell Sun reports that at around 11:30am, Ruff parked his Nissan Altima in the breakdown lane on the highway and ran across the highway to pick up a hubcap, which did not belong to his car. The hubcap reportedly was on the median between the opposite lanes of travel. He then started to run back across the 93 to get to his car and crossed the left and middle lanes, but was struck by a Fred Fuller Oil Co. Inc. Mack truck in the right lane. The oil truck was being operated by Daniel Hoagland, 40, of Hudson, NH. It was reported that Ruff succumbed to his severe injuries at the accident scene. Officials are continuing to investigate the accident.

Fatal Pedestrian Accidents
According to the The Fatality Analysis Reporting System of the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), there were approximately 4,100 pedestrians who died in fatal accidents around the country in 2009. In Massachusetts that same year, 48 pedestrians were killed in deadly accidents in Massachusetts.

When to Contact a Massachusetts Personal Injury Lawyer
If you or someone you know has been in a motor vehicle accident in Massachusetts due to someone else’s recklessness, BEFORE you sign any forms, talk to the insurance company or hire a lawyer, get this free Massachusetts accidents book to learn how to avoid making the 7 fatal mistakes after an accident.

Contact a Massachusetts personal injury attorney with Kiley Law Group to find out about your legal options. Our car accident lawyers have 30 years of experience and successful track record of obtaining seven figure wins for our clients in auto accident cases, medical malpractice, child birth injuries, brain injuries, and other personal injury cases. Call 800-410-2769 to receive a free legal consultation. And while the call is free, the information may be priceless.

DISCLAIMER: The Kiley Law Group is not representing any of the parties mentioned in this article at the time the article was posted. Our information source is cited within the article. If you were involved in this accident or a similar incident and have questions about your rights and legal options, call us at 800-410-2769, or another reputable law firm. Do not act solely upon the information provided herein. Get a legal evaluation. We provide a free, confidential consultation to all not-at-fault persons named in this article and to their family members as well.

Police Identify Man Hit, Killed by Commuter Train

Lucas W. Pierce, 34, listed as homeless, has been named by police as the man who was hit and killed by an MBTA train around 7:30pm Wednesday night in Gloucester, as reported by The Salem News today.  Pierce was homeless, with previous addresses listed in both Gloucester and Salem.  Police involved with the case continue to investigate the tragic accident and are reporting that Pierce had been on the train tracks as the MBTA train approached where he was.  The operator of the commuter train sounded the horn and instantly put the train’s brakes on when Pierce was seen on the track, but Pierce reportedly did not respond. Police have not reported yet how they intend to classify the death.

Deadly Pedestrian Accidents
The Fatality Analysis Reporting System of the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) reports that about 4,100 pedestrians died in deadly accidents across the country in 2009.  Many of the accidents involving pedestrians that year happened between 6:00pm and 8:59pm in the evening, resulting in over 1,000 fatalities.  Also in 2009, 48 pedestrian accident deaths in Massachusetts were reported and the majority of these pedestrian fatalities in Massachusetts occurred during the morning hours of 6:00am and 8:59am.

When to Contact Massachusetts Wrongful Death Lawyer
Contact a Massachusetts wrongful death lawyer with Kiley Law Group to find out about your legal options.  Our car accident lawyers have 30 years of experience and successful track record of obtaining seven figure wins for our clients in auto accident cases, wrongful death, medical malpractice, child birth injuries, brain injuries, and other personal injury cases.  Call 800-410-2769 to receive a free legal consultation.  And while the call is free, the information may be priceless.

MBTA Train Hit, Killed Unnamed Man in Gloucester

An unnamed man was struck and killed by an MBTA commuter line train Wednesday evening around 7:30pm as the train went through Babson Reservoir in Gloucester, according to an article in The Gloucester Times.  Officials were unable to properly identify the man’s body following the accident but are currently working on determining the victim’s identification.  If authorities investigating the tragic crash discover that the accident was the result of a train operator's negligence, the victim’s family could pursue a wrongful death lawsuit. 

Police investigating the case were at the accident scene for over three hours last night.  The passengers on the commuter train that struck the man were taken by bus to Rockport and passengers who were expecting later trains were also shuttled by bus from the Gloucester station to Rockport directly.

Fatal Pedestrian Accidents in the U.S.
Approximately 4,100 pedestrians died in fatal crashes across the country in 2009, as reported by the Fatality Analysis Reporting System of the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA).  Most of these accidents involving pedestrians  took place between 6:00pm and 8:59pm in the evening, with just over 1,000 fatal accidents occurring within that timeframe over the course of the year.  That same year, there were 48 pedestrian accident deaths in Massachusetts and the majority of pedestrian fatalities in Massachusetts occurred between 6:00am and 8:59am in the morning.

When to Contact a Massachusetts Wrongful Death Attorney
Contact a Massachusetts wrongful death lawyer with Kiley Law Group to find out about your legal options.  Our car accident lawyers have 30 years of experience and successful track record of obtaining seven figure wins for our clients in auto accident cases, wrongful death, medical malpractice, child birth injuries, brain injuries, and other personal injury cases.  Call 800-410-2769 to receive a free legal consultation.  And while the call is free, the information may be priceless.

Teenager Crashes into Car, 2 Seriously Injured in Haverhill

Aaron Deveau, 17, of Haverhill was driving his Chevy Malibu on Sunday afternoon in Haverhill near the intersection of Cliffe Avenue and River Street when he drove into the opposite lane of travel, colliding with a Toyota Corolla and causing serious injuries to the two occupants in the Corolla.

The Eagle Tribune reports that 55-year-old Donald Bowley of Danville, NH and his passenger, 58-year-old Luz Selena Roman of Haverhill, were struck by Deveau’s car around 2:30pm that afternoon. 

Bowley and Roman were flown to a Boston area hospital for emergency treatment and both were in critical condition that night.

The investigation continues into the exact cause of the accident.  No charges have been filed against Deveau.

When to Contact a Massachusetts Injury Lawyer
If you or someone you know has been in a motor vehicle accident in Massachusetts due to someone else’s recklessness, BEFORE you sign any forms, talk to the insurance company or hire a lawyer, get this free Massachusetts accidents book to learn how to avoid making the 7 fatal mistakes after an accident.

Contact a Massachusetts injury attorney at Kiley Law Group to find out about your legal options.  Our car accident lawyers have 30 years of experience and successful track record of obtaining seven figure wins for our clients in auto accident cases, medical malpractice, child birth injuries, brain injuries, and other personal injury cases.  Call 800-410-2769 to receive a free legal consultation.

And while the call is free, the information may be priceless.

DISCLAIMER: The Kiley Law Group is not representing any of the parties mentioned in this article at the time the article was posted. Our information source is cited within the article. If you were involved in this accident or a similar incident and have questions about your rights and legal options, call us at 800-410-2769, or another reputable law firm. Do not act solely upon the information provided herein. Get a legal evaluation. We provide a free, confidential consultation to all not-at-fault persons named in this article and to their family members as well.       

Bourne Man Injured in Marion Crash on I-195

An unnamed 32-year-old man from Bourne sustained severe injuries in a single vehicle crash in Marion on I-195 Monday afternoon. The unidentified driver was going east on 195 when his Subaru station wagon rolled over on the highway, went onto the median, and collided with a tree.

Officials reported that he was then taken by helicopter to a Boston area hospital for treatment of his serious injuries. His condition at the hospital is unknown. The highway was shut down for an hour, with cars idling back to the Mattapoisett line. The crash continues to be under investigation by police.

Nearly 30% of deadly crashes in Massachusetts in 2009 involved light trucks (SUVS, minivans, wagons), which accounted for 136 of those accidents. Crashes where vehicles rolled over involved 28 light trucks and 27 passenger cars.

When to Contact a Massachusetts Injury Lawyer
If you have lost someone you love in a motor vehicle accident in Massachusetts, BEFORE you sign any forms, talk to the insurance company or hire any lawyer, get this free Massachusetts accidents book to learn how to avoid making the 7 fatal mistakes after an accident.

Contact a Massachusetts injury attorney at Kiley Law Group to find out about your legal options. Our car accident lawyers have 30 years of experience and successful track record of obtaining seven figure wins for our clients in auto accident cases, medical malpractice, child birth injuries, brain injuries, and other personal injury cases. Call 800-410-2769 to receive a free legal consultation.

And while the call is free, the information may be priceless. 

DISCLAIMER: The Kiley Law Group is not representing any of the parties mentioned in this article at the time the article was posted. Our information source is cited within the article. If you were involved in this accident or a similar incident and have questions about your rights and legal options, call us at 800-410-2769, or another reputable law firm. Do not act solely upon the information provided herein. Get a legal evaluation. We provide a free, confidential consultation to all not-at-fault persons named in this article and to their family members as well.

Car Falls Off Route 93 in Somerville, Woburn Teenager Dead

Christopher Ward, 19, of Woburn died in an early Saturday morning crash this weekend when he lost control of his vehicle, hit a guardrail, and fell about 40 feet off of Route 93 before landing on the Route 28 ramp in Somerville.

Officials are reporting that Ward’s car struck another vehicle, a pickup truck, being driven by Lawrence Capriotti, Jr., 31, of Somerville either immediately before Ward’s vehicle landed on the ramp or shortly after.  Capriotti had fled the scene of the deadly crash but later went back to speak with police at the scene.  He now faces a charge of leaving the scene of a crash. 

Emergency workers transported ward to a Boston area hospital, but he was pronounced dead some time later.

Fatal Accident Statistics in Massachusetts
In the Commonwealth in 2009, there were 334 people who died in motor vehicle accidents.  In fatal accidents that involved one or two cars across the state, approximately 250 crashes happened when the vehicles were being driven straight ahead on a highway.

 When to Contact a Boston Car Accident Lawyer
If you have lost someone you love in a motor vehicle accident in Massachusetts, BEFORE you sign any forms, talk to the insurance company or hire any lawyer, get this free Massachusetts accidents book to learn how to avoid making the 7 fatal mistakes after an accident.

Contact the Boston accident injury lawyers of Kiley Law Group to find out about your legal options.  Our car accident lawyers have 30 years of experience and successful track record of obtaining seven figure wins for our clients in auto accident cases, medical malpractice, child birth injuries, brain injuries, and other personal injury cases.  Call 800-410-2769 to receive a free legal consultation.

And while the call is free, the information may be priceless.

DISCLAIMER: The Kiley Law Group is not representing any of the parties mentioned in this article at the time the article was posted. Our information source is cited within the article. If you were involved in this accident or a similar incident and have questions about your rights and legal options, call us at 800-410-2769, or another reputable law firm. Do not act solely upon the information provided herein. Get a legal evaluation. We provide a free, confidential consultation to all not-at-fault persons named in this article and to their family members as well.

Snow and Speed May Have Contributed to Deadly I-95 Bridge Crash

Charles Moncousky, 64, of North Hampton, NH, was killed late Monday evening when the Toyota Camry he was driving plunged off of the Whittier Bridge on I-95 between Newburyport and Amesbury around 10:00pm into the frigid water of the Merrimack River. Officials located the vehicle, with Moncousky inside, about 20 feet below the Merrimack’s surface a little over two hours after the initial reports came in about a vehicle plummeting off the bridge.

Authorities are currently investigating whether or not the snow-covered barriers on the Whittier and speed could have played a role in Moncousky’s car falling into the freezing water below the bridge. Several State Police units are looking into how the tragic crash occurred.

Statistics on Deadly Accidents in Massachusetts
There were 334 individuals in Massachusetts in 2009 who were killed in deadly motor vehicle accidents. About 50 percent of the crashes involved a passenger car.

When to Contact a Boston Car Accident Lawyer
If you or someone you know has been seriously injured in a motor vehicle accident in Massachusetts due to someone else's recklessness, BEFORE you sign any forms, talk to the insurance company or hire any lawyer, get this free Massachusetts accidents book to learn how to avoid making the 7 fatal mistakes after an accident.

Contact the Boston car accident lawyers of Kiley Law Group to find out about your legal options. Our car accident lawyers have 30 years of experience and successful track record of obtaining seven figure wins for our clients in auto accident cases, medical malpractice, child birth injuries, brain injuries, and other personal injury cases. Call 800-410-2769 to receive a free legal consultation.

And while the call is free, the information may be priceless.

DISCLAIMER: The Kiley Law Group is not representing any of the parties mentioned in this article at the time the article was posted. Our information source is cited within the article. If you were involved in this accident or a similar incident and have questions about your rights and legal options, call us at 800-410-2769, or another reputable law firm. Do not act solely upon the information provided herein. Get a legal evaluation. We provide a free, confidential consultation to all not-at-fault persons named in this article and to their family members as well.

Massachusetts Auto Accident News – 02-02-2011

While yet another snow storm blankets ours state, here are the latest news regarding motor vehicle accidents in Massachusetts.

• A 12-year-old boy was injured on Monday after being struck by a car in Newton, Massachusetts. The boy was walking to school with his brother when he ran across the street. He got struck by an oncoming vehicle as he attempted to cross the road; not in a crosswalk. Police have ruled out limited visibility due to snow or snow banks, but believe solar glare may have been a factor.

• John A. “Jack” Barisano, 62, of Marshfield was killed in a single vehicle accident on Route 3 in Pembroke on Monday morning. According to officials, Barisano was driving a Needham municipal pickup truck northbound on Route 3 when he lost control north of Exit 12 and south of the North River Bridge. The Ford pickup truck struck the left-side guardrail, flipped over and rolled over into the median strip. Barisano was ejected in the crash. He was transported to South Shore Hospital, where he was pronounced dead. Barisano was a veteran employee as a Highway Forman for the Town of Needham.

• Charles Moncousky, 64, of North Hampton, NH died after the car he was driving plunged about 100 feet off a bridge on Interstate 95 and 20 feet into the freezing waters of Merrimack River. His body was recovered from the submerged 2002 Toyota Camry on Monday by state police, the Coast Guard and local authorities. Police had previously received reports of a car plowing through a snowbank and driving off the Whittier Bridge on the Amesbury-Newburyport line at about 8:15 pm. The vehicle, which was owned by Total Air Supply, Inc., an HVAC company in Nashua, NH was recovered Tuesday morning. It appears that the driver may have been speeding.

These tragic accidents further underline the absolute necessity of paying attention on the road while driving, or crossing the street. We sympathize with the families of the killed drivers, and hope that the 12-year-old boy will fully recover from his injuries.

As the winter weather continues in Massachusetts, the chances for motor vehicle accidents are greater and we should all strive to be more attentive drivers.

When to Contact a Massachusetts Accident Lawyer
If you or someone in your family was injured in a Massachusetts motor vehicle accident as a result of someone else’s negligence or product malfunction, you may be entitled to compensation for the injuries sustained in the accident.

To find out about your legal options, it is best to contact an experienced personal injury attorney in your area. Call 800-410-2769 to receive a Free consultation with one of our Massachusetts personal injury lawyers.

We serve clients in all of Massachusetts. Our offices are located in downtown Boston and Andover, MA.

The Massachusetts personal injury law firm Kiley Law Group is not representing any of the parties mentioned in the article at the time the article was published. Our information sources are clearly cited in the article. If you were involved in this accident and have questions as to your rights and options, call us. Do not act solely based on the information provided above. Get a free confidential consultation from an experienced personal injury attorney.

Fatal Route 3 Accident in Pembroke Claims Life of Marshfield Driver

John “Jack” Barisano, 62, of Marshfield died Monday in a one vehicle crash during that morning’s commute.  He was on his way to work around 6:30am when the Town of Needham work truck that he was driving crashed into the guardrail on the left side of Route 3 in Pembroke and proceeded to roll over, coming to a rest on the median near Exit 12.  Barisano had been thrown from the truck during the crash.

Barisano was taken to a local hospital, where he died.  The fatal crash resulted in the left lane of Route 3 north to be shut down for close to two hours in order to allow officials to investigate the scene and determine just how the crash occurred.  Barisano was an employee of the Department of Public Works with the Town of Needham for 12 years.

Deadly Accident Statistics in Massachusetts
In about 30% of the deadly crashes that took place in 2009 in Massachusetts, light trucks were in 136 of these crashes.  Deadly accidents that involved rollovers happened with 28 light trucks and 27 passenger cars.  That same year in Massachusetts, 334 people died in fatal accidents across the state. 

When to Contact a Massachusetts Car Accidents Lawyer
If you have lost a loved one in a motor vehicle accident in Massachusetts due to someone else's recklessness, BEFORE you sign any forms, talk to the insurance company or hire any lawyer, get this free Massachusetts accidents book to learn how to avoid making the 7 fatal mistakes after an accident.

Contact the Boston car accident lawyers at Kiley Law Group to find out about your legal options.  Our car accident lawyers have 30 years of experience and successful track record of obtaining seven figure wins for our clients in auto accident cases, medical malpractice, child birth injuries, brain injuries, and other personal injury cases.  Call 800-410-2769 to receive a free legal consultation.

And while the call is free, the information may be priceless.

DISCLAIMER: The Kiley Law Group is not representing any of the parties mentioned in this article at the time the article was posted. Our information source is cited within the article. If you were involved in this accident or a similar incident and have questions about your rights and legal options, call us at 800-410-2769, or another reputable law firm. Do not act solely upon the information provided herein. Get a legal evaluation. We provide a free, confidential consultation to all not-at-fault persons named in this article and to their family members as well.

Car Falls off 95 in Newburyport, Unidentified Body Found in Merrimack River

A body was found in the Merrimack River after 12:00am today in Newburyport after reports were made of a car plunging into the water off of the highway at about 8:00pm last evening.

It was reported that the Toyota sedan drove over the barriers covered in snow on the Whittier Bridge and then plummeted into the cold water.

Emergency workers and the Coast Guard collaborated in the thorough search of the Merrimack for the car and the individual involved.

There was an unidentified individual inside the Toyota when it was found in the icy water.

All but one of the lanes on 95 north were closed for many hours while rescue efforts were underway.

Fatal Crashes in Massachusetts
There were 334 fatalities in 2009 that resulted from deadly crashes across the Commonwealth. Of those crashes, approximately 50 percent involved a passenger car. Hopefully all of the questions about this tragic crash will be answered in the coming days.

When to Contact a Boston Car Accident Lawyer
If you or someone you know has been seriously injured in a motor vehicle accident in Massachusetts due to someone else's recklessness, BEFORE you sign any forms, talk to the insurance company or hire any lawyer, get this free Massachusetts accidents book to learn how to avoid making the 7 fatal mistakes after an accident.

Contact the Boston car accident lawyers of Kiley Law Group to find out about your legal options. Our car accident lawyers have 30 years of experience and successful track record of obtaining seven figure wins for our clients in auto accident cases, medical malpractice, child birth injuries, brain injuries, and other personal injury cases. Call 800-410-2769 to receive a free legal consultation.

And while the call is free, the information may be priceless.

DISCLAIMER: The Kiley Law Group is not representing any of the parties mentioned in this article at the time the article was posted. Our information source is cited within the article. If you were involved in this accident or a similar incident and have questions about your rights and legal options, call us at 800-410-2769, or another reputable law firm. Do not act solely upon the information provided herein. Get a legal evaluation. We provide a free, confidential consultation to all not-at-fault persons named in this article and to their family members as well.

Deadly Hit-and-Run Crash Keeps Chelsea Driver Held on $100,000 Bail

Julio Vaquerano of Revere died in a fatal hit-and-run accident around 10:00pm on December 14, 2010 in Chelsea when he was hit by Luis Gabriel Escalante, 22, of Chelsea, after Escalante struck Vaquerano with his Dodge Neon and then drove off. 

Escalante is being held on $100,000 bail after his arraignment last Thursday where he faced serious charges of felony motor vehicle homicide, operating under the influence of alcohol at the time of the accident, and leaving the scene of an accident.

Vaquerano was transported to a Boston area hospital once police were called to the scene, but he was pronounced dead upon his arrival at the hospital.  Escalante will return to court at the end of February. 

Statistics on Hit-and-Run Accidents
Roughly 10% of motor vehicle accidents that happen across the country every year are hit-and-run crashes, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

Individuals who drive away from the accident that they caused may not carry car insurance.  Another common explanation is that trying to “get away with it” may be more appealing to some drivers than facing the damage that they caused or life they took.  Drivers responsible for hit-and-run accidents may also be impaired in some way and operating under the influence of either drugs or alcohol. 

When to Contact a Massachusetts Accident Attorney
If you or someone you know has been the victim of a hit-and-run accident, BEFORE you sign any forms, talk to the insurance company or hire any lawyer, get this free Massachusetts accidents book to learn how to avoid making the 7 fatal mistakes after an accident.

Contact the Boston car accident attorneys of Kiley Law Group to find out about your legal options.  Our car accident lawyers have 30 years of experience and successful track record of obtaining seven figure wins for our clients in auto accident cases, medical malpractice, child birth injuries, brain injuries, and other personal injury cases.  Call 800-410-2769 to receive a free legal consultation.

And while the call is free, the information may be priceless.

DISCLAIMER: The Kiley Law Group is not representing any of the parties mentioned in this article at the time the article was posted. Our information source is cited within the article. If you were involved in this accident or a similar incident and have questions about your rights and legal options, call us at 800-410-2769, or another reputable law firm. Do not act solely upon the information provided herein. Get a legal evaluation. We provide a free, confidential consultation to all not-at-fault persons named in this article and to their family members as well.

Planning Your Ride Home After the Super Bowl

Super Bowl Sunday is a little more than a week away and you’re probably setting up plans on where you’ll be watching the game, if you haven’t already.  What might not be at the top of your pre-game prep list is what you’ll be doing for a ride home once the post-game party draws to a close.

There were 333 deadly accidents in Massachusetts in 2009 and of those involved in the crashes, 26% of drivers registered a blood alcohol concentration (BAC) of .08 and higher.  There were 30% of drivers who had a BAC of .01 or more of those total accidents.  If you’re planning on drinking for the February 6 game, put plans in place now to either use public transportation, if at all possible, or ask a designated driver to give you a ride back home.

Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD) started a helpful campaign known as the Give the Gift of a Designated Driver, and it’s set up for those who want to be the designated driver after a given party, so that their friends have the option of getting a safe ride back home once it’s time to leave.

According to statistics from MADD, 32% of all fatal crashes in Massachusetts in 2010 involved a driver who was drunk behind the wheel.  That same year, 108 people in the state were killed as a direct result of someone driving drunk.

Please include a safe ride home as part of your Super Bowl Party planning.

When to Contact a Boston Car Accident Lawyer
If you or someone you know has been seriously injured in a motor vehicle accident in Massachusetts due to someone else's recklessness, BEFORE you sign any forms, talk to the insurance company or hire any lawyer, get this free Massachusetts accidents book to learn how to avoid making the 7 fatal mistakes after an accident.

Contact the Boston injury lawyers of Kiley Law Group to find out about your legal options.  Our car accident lawyers have 30 years of experience and successful track record of obtaining seven figure wins for our clients in auto accident cases, medical malpractice, child birth injuries, brain injuries, and other personal injury cases.  Call 800-410-2769 to receive a free legal consultation.

And while the call is free, the information may be priceless.

Lowell Teen Dies in Fatal Danvers Crash

Nathaniel Holscher, 18, of Lowell was killed in a car accident on Route 128 in Danvers early Sunday morning just after 12:00am.  He reportedly lost control of the Volvo station wagon he was driving and was ejected from the Volvo when it rolled over near Exit 22 on the southbound side.

Holscher was airlifted to Beverly Hospital for emergency treatment but was later pronounced dead.  Police involved with the fatal crash are looking into whether speed played a part in the tragic accident and if Holscher was wearing his seat belt at the time of the crash.  There were no other vehicles affected by the accident.  The highway was shut down for nearly two hours following the crash while officials conducted an investigation of the scene. 

Fatal Accident Statistics in Massachusetts
In Massachusetts in 2009, there were 334 people who died in car crashes.  Of fatal accidents that involved one vehicle that same year, there were roughly 250 instances where the vehicle was being driven straight on a roadway or highway.

Passenger cars were in about 50% of all fatal crashes in the state, accounting for 215 accidents.  Also in 2009, about 30% of accidents in Massachusetts involved light trucks (such as SUVS and minivans).  Rollovers took place in fatal crashes where 28 light trucks and 27 passenger cars were involved that same year in the state.

When to Contact a Boston Car Accident Lawyer
If you have lost someone you love in a motor vehicle accident in Massachusetts due to someone else's recklessness, BEFORE you sign any forms, talk to the insurance company or hire any lawyer, get this free Massachusetts accidents book to learn how to avoid making the 7 fatal mistakes after an accident.

Contact the Boston accident injury lawyers of Kiley Law Group to find out about your legal options.  Our car accident lawyers have 30 years of experience and successful track record of obtaining seven figure wins for our clients in auto accident cases, medical malpractice, child birth injuries, brain injuries, and other personal injury cases.  Call 800-410-2769 to receive a free legal consultation.

And while the call is free, the information may be priceless.

DISCLAIMER: The Kiley Law Group is not representing any of the parties mentioned in this article at the time the article was posted. Our information source is cited within the article. If you were involved in this accident or a similar incident and have questions about your rights and legal options, call us at 800-410-2769, or another reputable law firm. Do not act solely upon the information provided herein. Get a legal evaluation. We provide a free, confidential consultation to all not-at-fault persons named in this article and to their family members as well.