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Paying by the Hour for Your Divorce? It’ll Cost You

On behalf of posted in Family Law on Wednesday January 12, 2011

The decision to end a marriage is a big step that brings about many questions, especially if you have never been through a divorce. Finding someone who can answer those questions brings a sense of peace and comfort during an incredibly difficult time. The cost of legal representation may be the furthest thing from your mind. Before you make a decision about the attorney you hire, consider how you will be billed for any services that the divorce attorney performs on your behalf. When you first meet with an attorney about your divorce, discuss the firm's billing method. Will it…

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Tricks Insurance Companies Play

On behalf of posted in car accidents on Tuesday January 11, 2011

If you have been in a car accident, especially one that caused serious injuries, you are probably dealing with many burdens: physical pain, emotional upheaval and more red tape than you imagined. When you contact an insurance company, then, you hope to be treated fairly and compassionately. Unfortunately, while some insurance companies behave impeccably, others do not. Indeed, some insurance companies consistently turn away from what many would consider acceptable business ethics. "Do You Have a Lawyer?" If you get a call from an insurance company after your accident, the person on the other end of the line will probably ask…

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Massachusetts Elder–Driving Law Attempts to Address Safety Concerns

On behalf of posted in car accidents on Tuesday September 7, 2010

Massachusetts Gov. Deval Patrick has signed a law that attempts to address safety concerns over elderly drivers. The new legislation requires drivers older than 75 to apply for driver's license renewals in person and to pass a vision test every five years instead of every 10 years, which was previously the law. Some legislators are happy with the new law. Sen. Steven A. Baddour, a Methuen Democrat and chairman of the Legislature's Joint Committee on Transportation, said it was good enough, pointing out that New Hampshire has the same requirement. Others are disappointed with the changes. Sen. Brian A. Joyce,…

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Trooper Accidents Highlight a Summer Trend

On behalf of posted in car accidents on Tuesday August 24, 2010

According to a WBZTV report, five Massachusetts state troopers have been involved in car accidents while on the job in June and July. The most tragic accident involved Trooper Douglas Weddleton, who was killed when he was struck by drunk driver after pulling over another vehicle. These accidents highlight a disturbing yet unsurprising trend for the summer months. The National Highway Traffic Administration (NHTSA) says that summer is one of the most dangerous times to be on the road. August was listed as the deadliest month to be driving, with over 3,600 deaths nationwide in 2008. Beyond August, three of…

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1,000 Officers Added to Target Drunk Drivers

On behalf of posted in car accidents on Friday August 20, 2010

Massachusetts' drivers can expect to see more patrols on the streets this summer -- 1,000 more to be exact. After a fifth police officer was struck by a drunk driver in the past two weeks, officers got fed up and launched the Operation Lighting initiative. The federally funded program aims to take more drunk drivers off the road this summer by increasing patrols and enhancing public awareness of impaired-driving consequences. According to state police, "half of the 87 police officers killed in the line of duty across the country were killed by vehicles or drunk driving related incidents." Based on…

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Welcome to the Boston Motor Vehicle Accidents Blog

On behalf of posted in Uncategorized on Wednesday April 28, 2010

In the realm of the law, change is the norm. Every day, lawmakers and judges make  decisions that impact the way cases are prepared and presented for court. While many cases are settled out of court, most legal matters should be approached with the idea that a trial may be necessary at some point in time. Whether this happens or not, all transactions, claims and defenses must have the backing of laws on the books as well as legal precedents that come out of courtrooms all around the country. At the law offices of Dane Shulman Associates, LLC, we feel…

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