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April 13, 2020

Which parties can be held liable for a car accident?

If you suffer a serious, debilitating injury in a car accident, you probably have numerous questions and concerns that need to be addressed sooner rather than later. One of the most important questions is – which party, or parties, can be held liable for your harms and losses caused by the car accident? The answer to this question is… it …
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April 2, 2020

License Suspensions Caused by an OUI Arrest

If you are accused of operating under the influence of drugs or alcohol, there are different and possibly multiple suspensions in regard to your license to operate a vehicle. These suspensions typically run after one another, therefore it is important to speak with an attorney. Below is a simplistic summary of potential suspensions: Chemical Test Suspensions: When you are charged …
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April 2, 2020

Sentences & Penalties for OUI Convictions

The Court process is complex and timely, where many cases take more than a year before they are resolved or get a trial date. If you are convicted of an OUI, there is a substantial possibility that jail could be offered by the Prosecutor with respect to the facts of your case. In addition, you will very likely be ordered …
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April 2, 2020

The First Steps After an OUI Arrest

If you have been arrested or charged with Driving a Motor Vehicle under the Influence of Alcohol or Drugs in Massachusetts, your next decision will likely be the most important decision you make following your entire ordeal. There are many attorneys who will give you the runaround, secure your business, and fail to protect your rights. Our firm, Eden Rafferty, …
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April 2, 2020

What Happens During an OUI Arrest?

Roadside Many times in OUI arrests, a person is pulled over by a police officer for a simple civil infraction. Other times, for possibly a simple motor vehicle accident. The officer approaches your car and asks for your license and registration. While you are retrieving the items, he may begin to ask additional questions while watching your movements. These questions …
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April 1, 2020

Injuries Covered by Workers’ Compensation

If you suffer an injury in a work-related accident, your mind is probably inundated with questions and concerns about your future. You may be concerned about your job, your income, and whether you will be able to pay your fixed expenses and the expenses that arise as a result of the accident. Do not fret. You may be eligible to …
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April 1, 2020

Information on How Workers’ Compensation Benefits Are Paid to Claimants

If you or a family member have been injured as a result of a workplace accident, you may be able to pursue certain financial benefits under the Massachusetts workers’ compensation program, which is codified under Mass. General Laws c.152. Typically, an injured worker in Massachusetts can file a workers’ compensation claim seeking the following financial benefits: Percentage of the employee’s …
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March 11, 2020

VIDEO: How does Social Security define disability?

Our attorney Jane Eden explains how Social Security defines disability.
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March 11, 2020

VIDEO: Is it possible to collect SSI and SSDI benefits at the same time?

In some circumstances, you can receive both Supplemental Security Income (SSI) and Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits at the same time. However, this does not occur in many situations. Our attorney Jane Eden explains it in detail.
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March 11, 2020

VIDEO: Can I collect SSDI and work at the same time?

As of 2019, nearly 9 million Americans received SSDI benefits. But as useful as those benefits might be, they’re often not enough to help recipients cover their living costs in full. If you’re receiving Social Security disability benefits, you can work and continue to collect your monthly Social Security payments as long as you meet certain criteria.
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