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The Raipher, P.C. blog delivers timely insights on the legal issues that affect lives across Massachusetts, Connecticut, and beyond. From personal injury and family law to criminal defense and business disputes, our attorneys share perspectives shaped by real results, courtroom experience, and national reach.
Playground Liability: Who is Responsible for Accidents and Injuries?
Who Is Responsible for Playground Liability? Playground safety has drastically improved since today’s parents were children. Concrete landing pads, burning hot metal slides, and rusty
10 Rear-End Collision Accident Symptoms Not to Ignore
Rear-end accident symptoms can be an indicator of serious injury not to be ignored.
How Much Time Does an Insurance Company Have to Settle a Claim?
Learn about the insurance claim settlement process, including timelines, legal requirements, and how delays may occur in Massachusetts.
What is Comparative Negligence?
Over the years the legal standard in many jurisdictions has shifted to a negligence theory that doesn’t automatically prevent you from collecting on a claim if you bear some of the responsibility for your injuries.
Stopped for Driving Without a Valid License: Now What?
The penalties for driving without a license can vary greatly depending on the severity of the offense.
Wrongful Death Claims and Who Can File?
Just like most other states, the state of Massachusetts has its own laws governing lawsuits for wrongful death. These laws define what a wrongful death
Injured in an Exercise Class: Who is Responsible?
While intense workout classes are becoming more and more popular, they are also resulting in even more injuries.
What is a Civil Lawsuit? What Does it Involve?
Civil lawsuits require certain steps and specific documents to be filed with the court.
Pulled Over for Running a Red Light: Now What?
Running a red light is a subjective observation or determination by the police and can work in your favor if you choose to challenge the red light ticket.
Hit by a Car Running a Red Light: Now What?
After a car accident, you need to be able to focus on your recovery. Determining liability in a red-light accident can be difficult and time consuming and Massachusetts has complex tort and negligence laws.
Workers’ Comp and Third Party Claims: What’s the Difference?
Workplace injuries result in separate claims. Workers’ comp and third-party claims both have different parameters required to substantiate claims.