Category Archives: Pedestrian Accident
Pedestrian Accident Claims in Massachusetts: Your Legal Rights (2026)
Pedestrian Accident Claims in Massachusetts: Laws, Liability, and Compensation By Christopher Murphy, Esq., Managing Partner at Scalli Murphy Law | Updated February 2026 If you were hit by a car while walking in Massachusetts, a pedestrian accident lawyer in Massachusetts can help you understand your rights and pursue full compensation. Pedestrian collisions produce some… Read More »
Crosswalk Laws in Massachusetts: Rules, Penalties, and Pedestrian Safety
Crosswalk Laws in Massachusetts: Rules, Penalties, and Pedestrian Safety By Christopher Murphy, Esq., Managing Partner at Scalli Murphy Law | Updated February 2026 Understanding crosswalk laws in Massachusetts is critical for every driver and pedestrian in the state. Massachusetts has some of the highest pedestrian accident rates in the country, and knowing who has… Read More »
New Massachusetts Law to Protect Pedestrians and Bicyclists
Massachusetts enacts law to protect pedestrians and bicyclists. On April 1, 2023, Massachusetts implemented a new state law that requires drivers to be more mindful of “vulnerable” road users such as cyclists and pedestrians. The legislation sets boundaries around how much space motorists must give to others they share the road with. Under the… Read More »
Fatal Pedestrian Crashes Increased by 35% in Massachusetts in 2022
According to a report released by WalkBoston, fatal pedestrian crashes in Massachusetts rose by 35% in 2022 compared to the previous year. The report also revealed that 71% of crashes occurred in Environmental Justice Census Block Groups, and 60 of the state’s 351 cities and towns experienced a fatal pedestrian crash in 2022. Furthermore,… Read More »
Two Children and Mother Hit by Car in Peabody, MA – Pedestrian Accident
PEABODY, Massachusetts. (WHDH) Two children pedestrians and their mother were hit by a car while crossing the street in Peabody, according to the Peabody Fire Department. The call was received shortly after 3:00 p.m. and firefighters, police and emergency medical services responded. Both pedestrians were transported to Mass. For serious injuries, the children were taken to… Read More »
Keep it Safe! A Personal Injury Lawyers Top 10 Tips for Staying Safe on Halloween
A Personal Injury Lawyers Top 10 Tips for Staying Safe on Halloween Smart Road Tips for Halloween Safety Advice for drivers and trick-or-treaters to avoid pedestrian accidents COVID-19 concerns may mean that there are fewer ghosts and witches and super heroes out on Halloween, but it is important to be vigilant and watch… Read More »
Pedestrian Killed by Ice Cream Truck in Brockton – Wrongful Death
Pedestrian Killed by Ice Cream Truck in Brockton – Wrongful Death Authorities said that police are conducting an investigation after a man was killed in an accident with an ice cream truck in Brockton on Thursday night. Timothy Cruz, Plymouth District Attorney, stated that Brockton Police received a 911 report reporting a collision involving… Read More »
Boston e-scooter Accident Lawyer – What you need to know.
Boston E-Scooter Accident Lawyer FORGET GREAT WHITE SHARKS, E-BIKES & E-SCOOTERS ARE THE KILLING MACHINE YOU SHOULD BE WARY OF!!! According to Trackingsharks.com there have been 39 shark attacks in the United States thus far in 2021 (26 Florida, 5 Hawaii, 3 California) and NO FATALITIES. By contrast, according to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission,… Read More »
Pedestrian Accident Struck by Hit and Run Driver on McGrath Highway
Pedestrian Accident on McGrath Highway in Somerville Somerville, MA – On Monday April 12, 2021, a motor vehicle pedestrian accident was reported. The vehicle struck and seriously injured a pedestrian near the intersection of Broadway and McGrath Highway in Somerville. According to WCVB witness statements about the pedestrian crash “It knocked him, like, 20… Read More »