Month: January 2018

Removal refers to the transfer of a civil action from state trial court to federal district court. Although the plaintiff is normally the master of the complaint and gets to choose what forum to file suit in, the defendant also … Continue reading

The Longshore and Harbor Workers’ Compensation Act (LHWCA) is a federal law that “provides for the payment of compensation, medical care, and vocational rehabilitation services to employees disabled from on the job injuries that occur upon the navigable waters of … Continue reading

The Jones Act, originally named The Merchant Marine Act of 1920, was designed to protect merchant mariners within the United States after World War I. According to the Transportation Institute, the Jones Act imposes four primary requirements on vessels carrying … Continue reading

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In our last blog I discussed how to read your MRI results to know if you have a viable personal injury. In today’s blog I will discuss why having MRI results and medical records are so important for your personal … Continue reading

After experiencing a personal injury, it’s important to follow up with a doctor immediately after. During your visit and depending on the injury sustained, your doctor might take a MRI. Upon receiving your MRI results, your doctor will most likely … Continue reading

Purchasing car insurance can seem like an easy task for some, but for others the process can be somewhat confusing. Thus, it’s important to realize what kind of coverage you can get when selecting your auto insurance policy. Additionally, you … Continue reading

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After a motor vehicle accident, do you have to take your car to the insurance company’s recommended auto body shop? Many of our clients assume that you have to listen to your insurance company and take your vehicle to their … Continue reading

Now that winter is here, New Englanders have to worry about keeping themselves warm at home and in the office. Staying warm is important but heating a home or office can be expensive and let’s be real, no one can … Continue reading