Massachusetts car accidents: 2 critically injured

On behalf of Aiken and Aiken P.C. Personal Injury Attorneys posted in Car Accidents, on Thursday, September 12, 2013

A catastrophic accident recently occurred involving an SUV and a pick-up truck. Car accidents in Massachusetts are common occurrences, especially on busy roadways. Several people, including teenagers, have been injured and two of them are in critical condition. At last report, no charges have been filed.The accident reportedly took place on Friday afternoon when the driver of a Mazda SUV crossed the median and slammed into a pick-up truck. The SUV had teenage occupants in the vehicle who were between the ages of 14-years-old and 17-years-old. One of the teens and one of the men sustained critical injuries and were transported to the hospital. The other victims of the crash were also taken to the hospital for treatment. Authorities have not yet determined what caused the driver of the SUV to cross the median. Further investigation is needed for law enforcement to figure out if the driver was under the influence or was in any way distracted at the time of the crash. The crash is still being investigated.Car accidents in Massachusetts can leave victims physically drained from their injuries. Even though there have been no formal charges made in this incident, the victims may elect to file personal injury lawsuits against the driver of the SUV. Depending on the nature of their injuries, the victims may experience pain and suffering and may not be able to work for a period of time. Monetary damages may be awarded if evidence demonstrates that the SUV driver was negligent and that his or her actions caused the injuries. Source: boston.com, Teenagers suffer life-threatening injuries in Arborway crash, Travis Andersen, Sept. 6, 2013