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Dorchester woman charged in drunk driving accident

On behalf of Aiken & Aiken P.C. posted in Wrongful Death on Wednesday, April 23, 2014

Road accidents are, by no means, rare incidents, nor are their locations unique. Those involved in a road accident are as likely to be from Barnstable, Massachusetts as from any other town or state. But no matter who they are, what is left behind is the true tale of grief, both for the victim and the drunk or negligent driver. Even worse, if a car accident happens to be fatal, no matter who is killed, there are bereaved families who struggle with the loss of a loved one, and have to cope with this tragedy for a lifetime. Unintentionally and unexpectedly, such incidents impact a number of victims.

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Motorcyclist critically injured in highway collision with car

On behalf of Aiken & Aiken P.C. posted in Motorcycle Accidents on Friday, April 18, 2014

Motorcycle riders and passengers in Massachusetts and other states know that their vehicles offer significantly less physical protection than do passenger cars and trucks. However, the rules of the road are essentially the same, and all drivers are responsible for following safe driving practices and all relevant highway rules and regulations.

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Motorcycle Accidents

Head-on collision leaves Hanover man dead, two others injured

On behalf of Aiken & Aiken P.C. posted in Wrongful Death on Friday, April 11, 2014

Fatal car accidents are always a cause for concern, whether they occur in Massachusetts or elsewhere and most drivers try to ensure that they are not the cause. To avoid accidents, drivers must stay in their own lane and keep an eye on the vehicles around them, especially when driving in two-way traffic. That’s because multiple vehicle accidents place more lives at risk.

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Wrongful Death

Policeman dies from injuries after Plymouth motorcycle accident

On behalf of Aiken & Aiken P.C. posted in Motorcycle Accidents on Wednesday, April 9, 2014

For many people, motorcycles are a lot more than just a mode of transportation; they represent everything from freedom to rebellion to symbolic technical excellence. Thus, despite the many tragedies involving motorcycle accidents, there are still many people who are very interested in motorcycles. For police, the motorcycle represents a more flexible, if less safe, option than a patrol car. This applies in Massachusetts as well as in other states in the U.S.

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Motorcycle Accidents

Father of three killed in Brockton drunken-driving accident

On behalf of Aiken & Aiken P.C. posted in Wrongful Death on Friday, April 4, 2014

Driving is a privilege with responsibilities that include controlling a vehicle at all times and being mindful of the safety of others on the road. For this reason, impaired and inattentive driving are prohibited by law and common sense. Alcohol and other controlled substances should never be used by anyone operating a vehicle because they can affect judgment, focus and reaction time.

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Wrongful Death

Rear-end car collision injures Hyannis woman on Route 28

On behalf of Aiken & Aiken P.C. posted in Car Accidents on Wednesday, April 2, 2014

Most Massachusetts drivers understand that they are responsible for ensuring their own and other drivers’ safety whenever they are operating a motor vehicle. Most also understand that avoiding distractions while driving is a critical part of that responsibility because even a momentary lapse of concentration can have devastating consequences for anyone involved in an auto accident.

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Car Accidents

Duxbury police officer injured in evening motorcycle accident

On behalf of Aiken & Aiken P.C. posted in Motorcycle Accidents on Friday, March 28, 2014

Traveling by motorcycle is popular with many Massachusetts citizens, but most have a story or two about brushes with major injuries or death. Unfortunately, these vehicles do not offer anywhere near the same level of protection that cars and other motor vehicles do, so a rider in the typical motorcycle accident usually fares poorly.

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Motorcycle Accidents

Elderly woman killed in Massachusetts pedestrian accident

On behalf of Aiken & Aiken P.C. posted in Wrongful Death on Wednesday, March 26, 2014

Many Massachusetts residents know walking is often both a good form of exercise and a great way to travel short distances whether to school, work or shopping. Walking anywhere near traffic, however, can mean a pedestrian accident in a split second with the possibility of death, injury, medical expenses and related financial losses.

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