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Auto accident injuries a serious matter in Massachusetts

Posted on | August 25, 2010 | Law Offices of Mark E. Salomone

The number of people injured in auto accidents nationwide has declined steadily each year since 1999. That year, more than 3.2 million people were injured in auto accidents. In 2007, the number dropped to 2.4 million people injured in auto accidents.

Even so, auto accident injuries remain a serious health hazard. Each year, more than 41,000 people are killed in auto accidents nationwide. Around the world, 1 in 10 hospital beds are occupied by victims of auto accidents.

Locally, auto accidents kill or injure people every day in Massachusetts. Just recently, eight people sustained injuries in a hit-and-run accident in Springfield. And recently in Worcester, two people were killed in a two-car crash.

Car accidents cause a wide range of injuries. The most common injuries in car accidents are to people’s head, neck and back. And even though you might not feel injured immediately after an accident, serious injuries can develop days or even weeks later. That’s why it’s crucial you seek immediate medical attention after being involved in a car accident.

What would you do if you were injured in a car accident? Who would you trust? Who would you turn to get the compensation you deserve? You need someone who knows how to get results. You need someone who understands the law and will vigorously fight for your rights. You need the Law Offices of Mark E. Salomone.

Our experienced lawyers can evaluate your case for free. You have nothing to lose and everything to gain. Contact Mark E. Salomone today. We’re on your side.

Don’t Delay: The Statute of Limitations Means Time May Be Running Out

Posted on | July 12, 2010 | Law Offices of Mark E. Salomone

We all are so busy these days with family, work and other responsibilities. If you suffered a personal injury because of someone’s negligence, you may be tempted to put off taking any immediate legal action.  But it’s important to be aware that your rights may be affected if you wait too long to file a lawsuit for any type of wrongful conduct, from an auto accident to a workplace injury or a slip and fall. You may be unable to seek justice in your case because time has run out under the statute of limitations.

In personal injury law, the statute of limitations refers to the window of time you have to file a lawsuit after wrongful conduct has caused you harm. In general, the time period runs from the time the accident occurs, or when it was “discovered,” which could be later, to the date the time expires to file a lawsuit.  If you are injured and try to file a lawsuit after the statute of limitations expiration date, a court may dismiss the lawsuit entirely.

The time period on statute of limitations varies from state to state and from claim to claim. Because it can be difficult to keep track of the various statutes and exceptions, it’s wise to contact a qualified attorney who can tell you how the statute of limitations might apply to your specific case.

The following are examples of different types of cases and how the statute of limitations would apply to them in Massachusetts. There may be some exceptions:

Don’t delay filing your case beyond the time period outlined in the statute of limitations. If you wait too long, you may lose your rights. If you or a loved one was injured due to another’s negligence, contact the Law Offices of Mark E. Salomone today. An experienced attorney can provide a free and confidential consultation and answer any questions you have about your case and the statute of limitations. Get in touch with us today before it’s too late. We vigorously defend the rights of our clients and pursue the compensation they are entitled to under state law.