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The Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has been studying the effect of the environment on people and their health. Recently, researchers in Canada have linked male low birth rates to an increase in lower fertility and an increase in environmental contaminants. According to UPI, researchers studied the male birth weights of five million children born in Canada between 1981-2003 from records kept in the database of the Public Health Agency of Canada. The lead researcher was Dr. Guy Van Vliet of Sainte-Justine University Hospital Research Center in Montreal.

The study, published in the journal Epidemiology, indicates that there has been a sustained decrease in the birth weights of boys and girls. This factor indicates that increasing environmental contaminants are affecting newborn males and contributes to low birth weight and low fertility.

According to the article in UPI, Dr. Vliet said the results of this study indicate that environmental contaminants need to be studied for their affect on the health of mothers and their babies. He said this increase in contaminants can affect the reproduction of future generations.

When you are interviewing personal injury attorneys ask critical questions, like: how long have you been practicing; what is the largest settlement or verdict you’ve obtained, and do you have experience with injuries involving children? The Law Office of Thomas M. Kiley, located in Andover, Massachusetts takes time when speaking with you about your case and works with you on a contingent basis so there are NO FEES unless our trained personal injury lawyers wins your case. Call now for a FREE evaluation of your case – 1-800-930-8145.

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5/7/2009
Thomas Kiley
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Ending the Pain of Birth Injuries

A child's natural development, genetics and the quality of infant care all play a role in the causes of birth injuries. If your baby experiences an abnormal birth, such as breech delivery, the risk of physical birth trauma is high.

Events during delivery can also result in brain or nerve damage that leads to complications that may affect your child's future quality of life.

Any of these scenarios may leave you feeling that some compensation for your family's pain and suffering is due you. Depending on the circumstances and where you live in the United States, a monetary award may well be your right.

Some of the neonatal conditions for which parents seek damages are:

Cerebral palsy
Brachial palsy
Facial paralysis
Hypoxia
Defects brought on by prescribed pregnancy drugs

Medical malpractice laws vary by state. Birth injury lawyers know applicable law for their jurisdiction and the precedents that have already been set in cases like yours. They will assess the facts surrounding your case, determine whether fault may be proven, and help you seek justice in pecuniary damages.

You can also pursue a claim for birth defects that arise from misprescribing drugs for the mother during pregnancy. Spinal deformation or other conditions resulting from a medication's effects on the brain are common maladies that may be grounds for a lawsuit.

Your attorney will confer with expert medical witnesses to determine if drugs were involved in causing your child's birth defect. They will also establish whether your medical facility followed accepted standards and practices in delivery. Securing your legal rights to compensation for inadequate care can help to relieve some of the pain of a birth injury.

We can evaluate your case for FREE to determine if your child may have been injured as a result of medical malpractice. Call 1-800-930-8145 today!

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Massachusetts personal injury lawyer, Thomas M. Kiley, is a member of the Massachusetts Bar Association and is a respected member of the American Association for Justice and the Massachusetts Academy of Trial Attorneys.

The personal injury attorneys at the Law Office of Thomas M. Kiley & Associates are dedicated to helping the victims of:

Car, motorcycle, truck, van or bus accident
Single vehicle accidents such as SUV or 15-passenger van rollovers
Pedestrian accidents such as a hit and run
Defective products such as ineffective airbags or seatbelts, prescription drugs with unpublicized side-effects, or hazardous children's toys
Child injury and child abuse such as negligence
Birth injuries such as trauma during labor or cerebral palsy

We Serve Clients Across the State of Massachusetts
The firm's headquarters are in Andover, MA and serves the following cities in Massachusetts: Boston, Danvers, Haverhill, Lawrence, Lowell, Methuen, Middleton, Reading, and Salem, MA and Salem, New Hampshire.

5/7/2009
Thomas Kiley
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How to Minimize Pregnancy Complications

Women who are trying to conceive and those who are already pregnant can follow some simple tips to promote a healthy pregnancy and to avoid complications at birth.

Select a competent doctor.
Get prenatal care as soon as you think you might be pregnant.
Avoid toxic substances especially in the home and workplace.
Quit smoking - women who smoke during pregnancy are more likely to miscarry or have a baby with a cleft palate.
Eat healthy and drink extra fluids when you're pregnant and/or breastfeeding.
Avoid alcohol and caffeine during pregnancy. While small amounts may not be harmful, there is no known safe amount of alcohol that can be consumed by a pregnant woman.
Exercise to benefit you and your baby's health. Always consult your physician before starting any exercise program.
Get vaccinated before becoming pregnant.
Avoid X-rays - tell all health care providers, including your dentist, that you are pregnant.
Bring an advocate with you to doctor's appointments and during the birth - having someone else to support you if things don't go as planned will be helpful.
Get a second opinion if you have concerns regarding your doctor's care or questions about your pregnancy that your doctor is not answering.

Every year, there are approximately 28,000 birth injuries in the United States. Birth injuries can be caused by a number of factors, including prolonged labor, breech birth, and medical malpractice.

An additional 150,000 babies are born in this country with birth defects each year, according to the March of Dimes. While these statistics may be alarming, the vast majority of babies are born healthy and with no defects or injuries.

If your child was injured during birth (or soon after) you may be entitled to compensation to assist your family with medical and other expenses related to the care of your child.

Contact us at 1-800-930-8145 and speak to an experienced medical malpractice attorney for a FREE evaluation of your case.

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Car, motorcycle, truck, van or bus accident
Single vehicle accidents such as SUV or 15-passenger van rollovers
Pedestrian accidents such as a hit and run
Defective products such as ineffective airbags or seatbelts, prescription drugs with unpublicized side-effects, or hazardous children's toys
Child injury and child abuse such as negligence
Birth injuries such as trauma during labor or cerebral palsy

3/21/2009
Bobbi Rahder
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Delaying labor can decrease risk of cerebral palsy

Massachusetts attorney Thomas M. Kiley, concentrates on legal issues surrounding cerebral palsy and birth injuries. The New England Journal of Medicine, published a report that says preterm infants born to mothers receiving intravenous magnesium sulfate — a common treatment to delay labor — are less likely to develop cerebral palsy than are preterm infants whose mothers do not receive it. The research was done by the National Institute of Health research network.

The research showed that a third of all cases of cerebral palsy are associated with preterm birth and that of those cases, there was a significant reduction in cerebral palsy among preterm infants whose mothers were given magnesium sulfate. The researchers theorized that magnesium sulfate protects against cerebral palsy because it can stabilize blood vessels, protect against damage from oxygen depletion, and protects against injury from swelling and inflammation. Click here for more information.

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3/7/2009
Bobbi Rahder
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Can Cerebral Palsy Be Prevented?

Massachusetts attorney Thomas M. Kiley, concentrates on legal issues regarding cerebral palsy and birth injuries. New research on these kinds of birth injuries indicates that some injuries can be prevented. The research is being conducted by the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Strokes, (NINDS)

Researchers today are able to use imaging technology such as magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) that shows pictures of the brains of babies with cerebral palsy and highlights any structural malformations and where there is damage.

The research conducted during the past 20 years by the NINDS has:

identified new causes and risk factors for cerebral palsy;
increased our understanding of how and why brain damage at critical stages of fetal development causes cerebral palsy;
refined surgical techniques to correct abnormalities in muscle and bone;
discovered new drugs to control stiff and spastic muscles and developed more precise methods to deliver them; and
tested the effectiveness of therapies used to treat cerebral palsy to discover which methods work best.

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3/7/2009
Bobbi Rahder
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Research shows brains can recover from injury

Massachusetts attorney Thomas M. Kiley, concentrates on legal issues regarding birth injuries. Recent research funded by the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Strokes (NINDS),
shows that mice with brain injuries similar to that of premature babies can actually make new neurons to help repair brain damage. This study shows that actual recovery from a brain injury at birth can occur in the developing brain. This research explains why many babies born prematurely with very low birth weight are able to overcome those early problems.

Lead Researcher Dr. Flora Vaccarino of Yale University School of Medicine said that the study shows the brain has intrinsic ability to recover after injury. She said the research shows that the neuron is not lost forever; there are progenitor cells, specialized stem cells, that can generate the proper type of cells that lead to recovery.

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2/13/2009
Bobbi Rahder
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Studies link obese mothers to infant birth defects

Recent studies have shown that pregnant women who are obese are more likely to have babies with rare but serious birth defects, including spina bifida, heart anomalies, cleft palate, and hydrocephaly, according to a New York Times article.
Massachusetts attorney Thomas M. Kiley, concentrates on legal issues associated with birth defects.

According to the article, research recently published in the Journal of the American Medical Association analyzed 39 earlier studies and found that the risk of spina bifida was 2.2 times higher for babies of obese mothers, compared to babies born to normal birth weight mothers. The research also found that the risk of other neural tube infant defects was 1.8 times higher. These babies also faced increases in risk for heart defects, stunted limbs, a congenital malformation of the anal opening, and hydrocephaly, also called water on the brain.

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1/20/2009
Bobbi Rahder
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Alternative treatments are available for cerebral palsy patients

Massachusetts attorney Thomas M. Kiley, wants parents of children with cerebral palsy to have hope that their children can try new alternative treatments to improve their quality of life. The Healing Center On-line, serves as a website and a clearinghouse for finding new alternative treatments for brain-injured children.   According to the website, it is based on the belief that the brain along with the body as a whole is an ever-changing, dynamic, active organ striving for adaptation and capable of healing. This website provides a new way of looking at neuro/metabolic disease, and offers a creative opportunity for parents to explore medicine and healing.

FAQs

What are some basic conventional treatments for cerebral palsy?

          o Physical therapy
          o Occupational therapy
          o Speech and language therapy

What are some drug therapies for cerebral palsy?

          o Cerebral Palsy and Spasticity
          o Lioresal (Baclofen)
          o Dantrium (Dantrolene)
          o Botox (Botulinum toxin)

What are some alternative therapies?

        o Behavioral therapy
        o Feldenkrais, a body awareness methodology for learning how to hold and move the body.
        o Swimming, preferably in a warm pool. Any exercise or movement done in the water will be easier and more effective at exercising muscles.
        o Horseback riding: hippotherapy (http://www.narha.org/aha.html)
        o Craniosacral therapy (http://www.upledger.force9.co.uk/)
        o Electrical stimulation: TES, FES, or NMES. All three types use very low levels of electrical current to stimulate the muscles to contract. Electrodes are placed on the skin over the desired muscle group or groups.
        o Nutritional supplements (http://www.cerebral.org/cpnutr.html) may be used to increase health, alleviate symptoms, and augment the diet.

    For more information on non-surgical treatments for cerebral palsy patients, go to the Cerebral Institute of Discovery .
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1/20/2009
Bobbi Rahder
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Where can parents of children with cerebral palsy find hope?

Parents of children who have cerebral palsy often don't receive much hope for their children's recovery by the medical community. Many parents refuse to give up and look for positive life changes for their children. They look for opportunities to network with other parents and help each other find support. Massachusetts attorney Thomas M. Kiley, http://www.tomkileylaw.com, works with many parents to find resources and if the condition was caused by a birth injury, helps parents receive compensation to help pay for the life-long medical bills and treatment of their injured child.

The National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (NINDS), http://www.ninds.gov, is a government entity that provides resources to parents of children with cerebral palsy, and also encourages research and holds clinical trials for alternative treatments. These resources can be found at their website,
http://www.ninds.nih.gov/disorders/cerebral_palsy/cerebral_palsy.hrm.

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1/20/2009
Bobbi Rahder
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What is the legal recourse in case of birth injury?

A birth injury occurs when there is a trauma to the baby by the process of being born. The trauma usually is due to the pressure of the baby passing through the birth canal and can be caused by prolonged labor, a “breech” or legs first birth, premature birth, the use of forceps during birth, or the mother's small sized pelvis. Some of these traumas are caused by incorrect medical procedures and if serious injury is the result, the parents may need to pursue a lawsuit to recover compensation for the large medical bills or maintenance of an injured baby. Massachusetts attorney Thomas M. Kiley, specializes in these kinds of lawsuits and can help parents who are dealing with serious medical issues caused by birth injuries.

Some birth injuries are not serious and heal within a few weeks. Sometimes bruising or swelling that occurs during the birth can cause temporary loss of nerve or muscular function. If the nerves become torn, the resulting damage may be permanent.

Birth injury legal FAQ

What questions should parents discuss when seeking legal advice?
What are the financial concerns for the child's treatment needs, now and and in the future?
Why do the parents suspect negligence on the part of the doctor?
How could the child's injury have been prevented?
Did the labor and delivery records accurately reflect the delivery complications and injury to the baby?
Has this physician had other cases filed against him/her?
How has the child's injury affected the family emotionally and financially?
How long does a lawsuit last?

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1/16/2009
Star Kenney
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Cerebral Palsy Symptoms

The early signs of cerebral palsy usually appear before a child reaches 3 years of age. Parents are often the first to suspect that their baby’s motor skills aren’t developing normally. Infants with cerebral palsy frequently have developmental delay, in which they are slow to reach developmental milestones such as learning to roll over, sit, crawl, smile, or walk

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1/5/2009
Bobbi Rahder
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What is Cerebral Palsy?

Cerebral palsy is a condition that affects two to three in every 1,000 live births in the U.S. The care of children diagnosed with cerebral palsy is long-term and expensive. If your child shows symptoms of cerebral palsy and you think it is from a medical error in child birth, attorney Tom Kiley may be able to get compensation to help pay for this expensive medical care. For more information, click here.

If your child has a disability, it may be caused by an error at the birth. If this is the case, attorney Tom Kiley, an advocate for children, may be able to get compensation for the care of the child over a lifetime. Some of these medical errors result in cerebral palsy. If your child is diagnosed with cerebral palsy, the long-term care and management can be expensive.

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12/10/2008
Star Kenney
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Cerebral Palsy

Thomas M. Kiley has a special interest in cases involving cerebral palsy, a condition commonly caused by oxygen deprivation or head trauma during birth. Cerebral palsy is a term that refers to a group of disorders typically related to an individual's inability to control motor function. Contact Thomas M. Kiley if you have concerns about your child.

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11/7/2008
Mindy
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Causes and Treatment of Hypoxic Ischemic Encephalopathy among Infants

Hypoxic ischemic encephalopathy is a serious injury that affects thousands of infants in the United States every year. It is an injury that damages the cells in the central nervous system and can lead to a more permanent condition.

Doctors and hospitals sometimes make mistakes that can greatly impact an expecting mother and unborn child. These errors can cause birth injuries, which result in developmental delay, mental retardation and cerebral palsy. Specifically, hypoxic ischemic encephalopathy occurs when the brain is deprived of the necessary oxygen. Lack of oxygen to the brain can cause substantial damage to the delicate brain tissue.

There are many things that can go wrong during the labor and delivery process. When a C-section is delayed, the baby remains in the birth canal too long, the fetal heartbeat is misread or the doctor and hospital staff do not act in a timely manner, it can result in hypoxic ischemic encephalopathy. This type of injury is usually identified immediately following birth, as there may be various symptoms including, coma, loss of brainstem signs, loss of deep tendon reflexes or seizures.

The treatment for hypoxic ischemic encephalopathy depends on the damage to the brain. Some of the treatments for hypoxic ischemic encephalopathy include life-sustaining treatment, mechanical ventilation, control of blood pressure, maintenance of the heart function, medication or general anesthesia to control seizures and cooling blankets to reduce the body temperature.

Many times, hypoxic ischemic encephalopathy could have been prevented. If your baby was injured during birth, contact an experienced Massachusetts birth injury attorney for legal advice. Doctors and hospitals can be held liable for serious birth injuries, such as hypoxic ischemic encephalopathy. Call Thomas M. Kiley & Associates at (800) 930-8145 for a free consultation regarding your case.

The article, Hypoxic Ischemic Encephalopathy, has more information on this topic.

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10/28/2008
Mindy
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Erb’s Palsy Symptoms & Treatment

Mistakes made during the labor and delivery process can cause serious injuries to newborns. Each year, thousands of birth injuries occur across the United States. While some injuries are very difficult to prevent, others can be avoided. Erb’s palsy, also known as Brachial palsy, Klumpke paralysis and Erb-Duchenne paralysis, is a birth injury that is usually caused by an injury that occurs during birth. It is a condition that is often preventable, as long as the hospital and doctors take the appropriate measures.

Erb’s palsy is defined as a loss of movement or weakness of the arm, which is the result of damage to the nerves around the shoulder. This condition can have many causes, such as prolonged labor, breech position, induced labor and the fetal position. If the baby is pulled on the shoulders during the birthing process, such as in a situation where the doctor pulls the infant as he or she passes through the birth canal, the risk of developing Erb’s palsy increases.

Symptoms of Erb’s palsy are usually identifiable immediately or soon after birth. Erb’s palsy can cause partial or complete paralysis. Some of the symptoms include an absence of the startle reflex, a flexed arm at the elbow that is held against the body, decreased grip and lack of spontaneous movement in the upper or lower arm or hand. If the injuries are severe, the newborn may even have a droopy eyelid.

Erb’s palsy can be diagnosed by a pediatrician’s evaluation or through tests, including x-rays, CT scans and MRI scans. A mild injury will eventually correct itself, usually after several months. If the infant does not improve, surgery may be required. Other treatment options include tendon transfers, nerve transfers and subscapularis releases. If your child has been diagnosed with Erb’s palsy, you should discuss the various treatment methods available with your child’s physician.

If your newborn was injured during the birthing process as a direct result of the hospital or doctor’s negligence, you should contact a birth injury attorney who can help you file a claim. Contact Thomas M. Kiley & Associates at (800) 930-8145 for advice regarding your Erb’s palsy case.

The article, Overview of Erb’s Palsy, has more information on this topic.

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8/26/2008
Mindy
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When Cerebral Palsy was Caused by a Medical Mistake

The arrival of a new baby should be a joyous time, but for some parents it brings heartbreak. Cerebral palsy affects 10,000 babies born in the United States each year. This condition affects body movement, balance and posture and has been defined as paralysis of the brain. In some cases, cerebral palsy can lead to mental retardation and other serious medical problems.

Cerebral palsy occurs when damage is done to the brain. This damage can be a result of many different factors, such as infection during pregnancy, premature birth, seizures, lack of oxygen, a long labor and delivery or birth defects. Brain damage can occur during pregnancy or the birth process. Sometimes a brain injury can happen shortly after birth. For many parents, it is difficult to identify what caused the brain damage in the child.

Some of the causes of cerebral palsy are preventable. For example, a birth injury that occurs during the delivery process could have been avoided with the proper medical care. Medical errors are to blame for many cerebral palsy cases. Medical providers who did not give reasonable care to the mother and baby can ultimately cause brain damage in the infant. Leaving a baby too long in the birth canal, failing to treat seizures and using forceps or vacuum extraction can all lead to this life altering disorder.

A lawsuit can be brought against the physicians who made the medical mistakes that harmed the infant. Caregivers should not have to bear the financial burden associated with cerebral palsy when negligence was a factor in the illness. If the cerebral palsy lawsuit is successful, the monetary settlement can be substantial.

For more information about cerebral palsy, read the informative article, “Causes of Cerebral Palsy.”

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Car Accidents

7/2/2009
Allison G
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Senior Driver Who Caused Crash Previously Had License Revoked

July 2, 2009 - Boston - A car accident that occurred on Monday in Woburn, MA resulted in the death of 84-year-old Katherine Casey, who was a passenger in her 83-year-old husband's car when he collided with another senior driver's vehicle.

As it turns out, Casey's husband, 83-year-old Joseph Casey, had his driver's license revoked in March of 2004 after he was deemed an "immediate threat" due to a medical condition. After his license was reinstated, Casey was involved in two other car accidents, both of which he was found at fault for, according to published reports.

The other woman involved in Monday's senior driving crash, 77-year-old Claire Regan, was seriously injured when Casey's car collided with hers at the intersection of Russell Street and Cambridge Road in Woburn, and is currently receiving treatment at Massachusetts General Hospital.

Joseph Casey's license has been revoked once again due to this fatal car crash and he may be facing criminal charges.

When looking for a personal injury attorney ask critical questions, like: how long have you been practicing law; what is the largest settlement or verdict you have obtained; or do you have experience with car accident cases in Boston? The Law Office of Thomas M. Kiley, located in Andover, Massachusetts takes time when speaking with you about your case. Mr. Kiley's firm works with you on a contingent basis so there are NO FEES unless our trained personal injury lawyers wins your case. Call now for a FREE evaluation.

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Mr. Kiley has a proven record. Kiley and his team of experienced personal injury attorneys have won millions of dollars for their clients and their clients' families. This success has earned Mr. Kiley the title of the Million Dollar Man.

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7/1/2009
Erica M
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Four injured in accident in Barnstable

Four people were injured in Barnstable yesterday morning when the vehicle they were traveling in left the road and hit multiple trees in a wooded area. The accident occurred along Route 6, near Exit 6.

Two adults and two teenagers were in the Toyota Celica when the car crashed around 10a.m. yesterday. According to an article in the Cape Cod Times, the car mowed down nearly a dozen trees after leaving the roadway. The car landed almost 25 feet into the woods.

The four occupants were able to remove themselves from the vehicle and were waiting along the roadside when emergency personnel arrived at the scene. The West Barnstable Fire Department were called to aid the injured and hose down the smoking car.

Read more about this auto accident in Barnstable.

If you or your loved one has been injured by a negligent driver you should contact a personal injury attorney immediately to learn about your rights and determine liability. When you are interviewing personal injury attorneys ask critical questions, like: how long have you been practicing; what is the largest settlement or verdict you've obtained, and do you have experience with auto accident cases? The Law Office of Thomas M. Kiley, a law firm in Andover, Massachusetts, takes time when speaking with you about your case and works with you on a contingent fee basis so there are NO FEES unless our trained personal injury lawyers wins your case. Call now for a FREE evaluation of your case - 1-800-930-8145.

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7/1/2009
Allison G
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Senior Drivers Collide in Woburn Crash

July 1, 2009 - Woburn - A 78-year-old woman is in critical condition this morning after being involved in a senior driving car accident with an 83-year-old man yesterday at the intersection of Russell Street and Old Cambridge Road in Woburn, MA.

According to police reports, the elderly man "pulled out of Old Cambridge Road into oncoming traffic on Russell Street" when he hit the woman's car head-on. Rescue workers responding to the car accident were required to use the Jaws of Life for almost an hour to free the elderly woman from her car.

The woman's injuries have been described as "life threatening" and she is currently listed in critical condition at Massachusetts General Hospital. The senior man and his wife were also injured and hospitalized following the Woburn car crash.

The 83-year-old male driver is going to be charged with negligent operation and may have his license suspended, depending on "the outcome of the charges".

Read our law library to learn more about the dangers of senior driving accidents.

When looking for a personal injury attorney ask critical questions, like: how long have you been practicing law; what is the largest settlement or verdict you have obtained; or do you have experience with car accident cases in Boston? The Law Office of Thomas M. Kiley, located in Andover, Massachusetts takes time when speaking with you about your case. Mr. Kiley's firm works with you on a contingent basis so there are NO FEES unless our trained personal injury lawyers wins your case. Call now for a FREE evaluation.

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6/30/2009
Erica M
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Legislators considering different regulations for senior drivers

The co-chairman of the Joint Committee on Transportation is hoping to expand upon other measures that have been considered to regulate senior driving. Sen. Steven Baddour (D-Methuen) would like to add additional measures to a proposal advocated by Sen. Brian Joyce that would retest senior drivers after the age of 85.

Baddour's plan for senior drivers would include:

A lowered age (i.e. under 85) for retesting
New system for the Registry to ID unsafe senior drivers
A simple process for family members to request road exams for elderly relatives

According to an article in the Boston Herald, Sen. Joyce is supportive of a younger retesting age if it is promoted by the Transportation committee.

Lobbyists for the elderly, and politicians like Rep. Kay Khan argue that testing seniors misses the mark. Khan has filed a bill that encourages doctors to report any patients who may not be fit to operate a vehicle to the Registry.

Read more about legislative measures to regulate senior driving.

If you or your loved one has been injured by a negligent driver you should contact a personal injury attorney immediately to learn about your rights and determine liability. When you are interviewing personal injury attorneys ask critical questions, like: how long have you been practicing; what is the largest settlement or verdict you've obtained, and do you have experience with negligent driving cases? The Law Office of Thomas M. Kiley, a law firm in Andover, Massachusetts, takes time when speaking with you about your case and works with you on a contingent fee basis so there are NO FEES unless our trained personal injury lawyers wins your case. Call now for a FREE evaluation of your case - 1-800-930-8145.

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6/30/2009
Allison G
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Motorcycle Accident at Otis Rotary Injures Rider

June 30, 2009 - Bourne - 40-year-old William Hallohan from East Falmouth was injured in a motorcycle crash early this morning on the Otis rotary on Route 28 in Bourne.

Massachusetts State police received mutliple calls reporting the accident around 1 a.m., saying that they had witnessed a motorcycle leave the road while travelling on the Otis rotary. Firefighters responding to the accident found Hallohan unconscious and not breathing.

Hallohan was originally taken to Falmouth Hospital then transferred to Brigham and Women's Hospital in Boston according to police reports.

No updates have been provided about Hallohan's current condition.

Learn more about motorcycle safety at night.

When looking for a personal injury attorney ask critical questions, like: how long have you been practicing law; what is the largest settlement or verdict you have obtained; or do you have experience with motorcycle accident cases in Boston? The Law Office of Thomas M. Kiley, located in Andover, Massachusetts takes time when speaking with you about your case. Mr. Kiley's firm works with you on a contingent basis so there are NO FEES unless our trained personal injury lawyers wins your case. Call now for a FREE evaluation.

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Car, motorcycle, truck, van or bus accident
Single vehicle accidents such as SUV or 15-passenger van rollovers
Pedestrian accidents such as a hit and run
Defective products such as ineffective airbags or seatbelts, prescription drugs with unpublicized side-effects, or hazardous children's toys
Child injury and child abuse such as negligence
Birth injuries such as trauma during labor or cerebral palsy

6/29/2009
Erica M
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Crash in Bourne leaves three injured, one dead

One woman was killed and three people were injured after the 1984 Porsche they were riding in crashed into a tree around 1:30a.m. on County Road in Bourne, Massachusetts. The driver and two passengers were seriously injured. A third passenger who had been sitting in the backseat was killed. According to an article on CapeCodOnline, none of the occupants were wearing seatbelts.

At this time, it is unknown if alcohol was involved, but according to Bourne Police Sgt. Dennis Woodside, speed was definitely a factor in the crash. One of the injured passengers turns 21 today. Poor weather conditions may have also played a role in the accident.

The injured were transported to Falmouth Hospital and Tobey Hospital.

Read more about the car accident in Bourne.

If you or your loved one has been injured by a negligent driver you should contact a personal injury attorney immediately to learn about your rights and determine liability. When you are interviewing personal injury attorneys ask critical questions, like: how long have you been practicing; what is the largest settlement or verdict you've obtained, and do you have experience with complex accident cases? The Law Office of Thomas M. Kiley, a law firm in Andover, Massachusetts, takes time when speaking with you about your case and works with you on a contingent fee basis so there are NO FEES unless our trained personal injury lawyers wins your case. Call now for a FREE evaluation of your case - 1-800-930-8145.

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6/29/2009
Allison G
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Senior Driver Seriously Injures Pedestrian

June 29, 2009 - Melrose - 86-year-old senior driver Virginia Nelson of Malden struck a senior pedestrian Sunday morning on Main Street in Melrose, Ma.

The victim, 84-year-old Francis Blomerth, is reportedly in critical condition with "severe head and facial trauma" after being struck by the Nelson's car as he was crossing the street near Mexico Lindo restaurant.

There are conflicting reports about whether Blomerth was in the crosswalk or entering the street between two parked cars at the time of the car accident.

Melrose residents also stated that Main Street has been busier than usual lately due to detoured traffic from another road and that the narrow, two-lane street is often lined with parked cars that can greatly decrase visibility for drivers. As of now, Nelson has not been cited for the car accident.

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6/26/2009
Allison G
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Should truck drivers be screened for sleep problems?

Truck accidents can be extremely deadly. According to MSNBC.com, truck accidents kill 5,000 and injure over 100,000 Americans every year, and many of these truck accidents are related to driver fatigue. The results of these driving fatigue accidents can be horrific.

As MSNBC reports, a young mother and her 10-month-old child were killed in Kansas when their car was hit by a large truck. The truck driver suffered from sleep apnea, which can contribute to driver fatigue. As a result of driving fatigue accidents like these, some trucking companies are screening their drivers for sleep problems and helping them get treatment. It's certainly a step in the right direction.

If you, or a member of your family, have been injured in a truck accident, contact a personal injury attorney for help. Be sure to choose a personal injury lawyer that specializes in driving fatigue accidents.

When you are interviewing personal injury attorneys ask critical questions, like: how long have you been practicing; what is the largest settlement or verdict you've obtained, and do you have experience with truck and car accidents caused by driving fatigue? The Law Office of Thomas M. Kiley, located in Andover, Massachusetts takes time when speaking with you about your case and works with you on a contingent fee basis so there are NO FEES unless our trained personal injury lawyers wins your case. Call now for a FREE evaluation of your case - 1-800-930-8145.

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6/26/2009
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2 Die in Separate Massachusetts Car Accidents

June 26, 2009 - Boston - According to reports released this morning, two separate deaths occurred from two different car crashes this last night on Massachusetts highways.

47-year-old Newton resident Kenneth Wick died when his car lost control on Interstate 91 in Holyoke and hit a guardrail around 8:30 p.m. He was later pronounced dead at Baystate Medical Center.

In another accident, 33-year-old Joanna Soucy from Tyngsborough died in a minivan rollover. According to police reports the minivan rolled over onto the median on Interstate 495 North in Chelmsford at around 10:30 p.m. Soucy was not wearing a seatbelt at the time of the car crash and was ejected from her vehicle. She was declared dead at the scene of the accident.

Read our library to learn more about car accident resources and your legal options after being involved in a car crash or losing a family member due to the negligence of another driver.

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