Joel H. Schwartz, P.C. has been one of the most widely recognized and respected names in personal injury law for more than 50 years. Our partners and associates bring more than 185 years of combined litigation experience to your potential claim. With our longevity and vast experience, we have successfully resolved more than 30,000 claims and recovered hundreds of millions of dollars for our clients in the Boston metro area and beyond.
When you’re hurt in a car accident, your insurance company may be the first thing on your mind. They’re supposed to cover the costs of your losses, so you should be able to turn to them, right? Unfortunately, your insurance company may not be so willing to help. You must be careful in how you communicate with insurance companies after a car accident. Your car accident lawyer can guide you through this. If you’ve been injured in a car accident and need help in the aftermath, reach out for guidance before you contact the...Continue Reading...
The days after a serious accident can be overwhelming and confusing, to say the least. If your accident occurred in Massachusetts, you may be wondering about your legal options for financial recovery. The good news is that your Brockton personal injury lawyer can take a look at the details of your case and help you determine next stepsBut, if you still aren’t sure whether filing a lawsuit is in your best interests, you may want to decide sooner rather than later, as there is a strict statute of limitations in place for MA personal injury...Continue Reading...
Being involved in a car accident can be a traumatizing experience, and handling your claim with the insurance company is just one of the inconveniences that you’ll likely face after a collision. Obtaining a car accident settlement can be a fairly quick process, but that doesn’t mean you’ll get the most out of your claim.Before you accept an injury settlement offer from your insurer, there are some important things you need to know. Read on to learn more about what happens when you accept a car accident settlement.What to Expect...Continue Reading...
When you get into an accident, one of the first things you’ll need to do is file a claim with the insurance company. As a Massachusetts resident, you may or may not know that you’ll file a claim with your own auto insurer, as MA is a no-fault state for car accidents. In either case, you will need to be sure that your auto insurance policy is equipped to meet your needs. The law requires that you carry the bare minimum amounts of auto insurance, and we have described these state minimums in further detail below.Personal Injury ProtectionDid...Continue Reading...
Slip-and-fall accident lawsuits are one of those types of civil claims that people scoff at until it happens to them. Accidents that occur in falls are often far more severe than they seem. Those who endure such injuries have reported chronic pain and other disabilities as a result of their fall. If you are interested in suing after suffering an injury in a slip-and-fall accident, read on to learn more about the laws surrounding premises liability lawsuits in Massachusetts. The Massachusetts Statute of LimitationsAs you prepare to file...Continue Reading...
