Snow Pile Breaks Car Accident Victim’s 50-Foot Fall.

Posted on January 17, 2014 by gil hoy

James Fay was driving home from lunch when his SUV rolled over and ejected him 50-feet through the sunroof and over a nearby overpass. The man landed on a pile of snow and somehow managed to survive the tragic accident.

The accident occurred on Route 1 in Revere in mid-December. Mr. Fay was driving home after lunch when he crashed his SUV. The vehicle rolled over, and ejected the driver. He was thrown 50-feet in the air off an overpass. He landed on Route 60 below, where a recent snowfall padded his fall.

Although Fay broke several ribs, his hip and both wrists in the accident, police and medical teams say it is a miracle that he survived. The man was actually standing on his own when rescue arrived at the scene. He is calling it a Christmas miracle.

Car accidents can result in serious personal injuries and even death that can greatly disrupt the lives of the victims and their families. If you or someone you love has been injured in a Massachusetts car accident caused by another driver’s negligence or unsafe roadway conditions, call the experts to learn whether you are entitled to relief. Call us at 617- 787-3700 or email info@gilhoylaw.com, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, to speak with an expert Massachusetts auto accident attorney, Massachusetts personal injury attorney or Massachusetts wrongful death attorney.

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Class Action Lawsuit Filed Against New Jersey Governor For September Traffic Jam.

Posted on January 13, 2014 by gil hoy

Six residents of New Jersey have filed a class-action lawsuit against Chris Christie, the State of New Jersey, the New York and New Jersey Port Authority and several other individuals and entities, for damages allegedly caused to the individuals by the outrageous purposeful lane closures that led to a massive traffic jam near Fort Lee, New Jersey during the week of September 9, 2013.

In light of recent revelations that top aides of New Jersey Governor, and 2016 Presidential hopeful, Chris Christie, conspired with officials in charge of transportation to create a traffic jam as political punishment for the mayor of Fort Lee, NJ, the public outrage has started to pour into the legal arena. It all began with a seemingly normal series of lane closures near the George Washington Bridge in the days of September 9 through September, 13, 2013. The closures soon appeared suspicious, however, as traffic was brought to a slow crawl for an extended period of time. This drew suspicions as transportation officials are tasked with ensuring that traffic is not snarled severely by construction during rush driving hours.

Emails disclosed this week confirm that Governor Christie’s top political aides conspired to create the traffic jam as political payback to the Democratic Mayor of Fort Lee, for the latter’s failure to endorse Governor Christie in his re-election bid. Governor Christie has so far denied any involvement in the conspiracy, but official investigations into his involvement have already been launched by New Jersey lawmakers. One lawmaker is quoted as saying that if Christie’s involvement is proven, then Christie committed an “impeachable offense.”

The lawsuit by six New Jersey residents claims that several laws were violated in create the artificial traffic jam and that all six individuals suffered damages by being late to work, and one individual suffered a panic attack. The lawsuit seeks certification as a class. Meanwhile, the human cost of the artificial traffic is only starting to come to light, as reports of individuals dying inside ambulances stuck in traffic, and searches for lost children delayed, are starting to come out in the media.

Car accidents remain as one of the biggest causes of personal injury and wrongful death in Massachusetts.  If you or someone you know has been the victim of a negligent motorist, please call 617-787-3700, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, to speak with one of our expert Boston, MA personal injury lawyers, Massachusetts car accident attorneys or Boston, MA wrongful death lawyers.

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Marijuana Legalization May Cloud Teens’ Perception About Driving Under The Influence.

Posted on January 8, 2014 by gil hoy

Last week, for the very first time, residents of Colorado lined up outside a dozen marijuana stores to legally purchase the drug. The legalization of the drug, and accompanying debates, may be causing teenagers to underestimate the dangers of driving with marijuana in their system.

Parents are being advised to sit down with their teenagers to explain the key difference between “legal” and “safe.” Although marijuana has been legalized in Colorado, and de-criminalized in other states including Massachusetts, the legal age to purchase is still 21 years-old. Moreover, teenagers’ brains are still developing, and marijuana use at this delicate stage in development can be harmful. According to studies, even after abstaining from marijuana use for 30 days, heavy teenage users still exhibited subtle defects in attention, executive function and memory.

Nonetheless, the legalization and associated debates may have clouded teenagers’ ability to recognize the dangers of marijuana usage. While the designated driver used to be the person who refrained from alcohol that night, the phrase’s definition has since been distorted. According to reports, many teens today rely on the teenager who drank the least amount of alcohol, or who only smoked that night, to drive. This is a dangerous distinction. Marijuana has been found to adversely affect drivers’ attentiveness, perception of speed and time, and the ability to draw on information obtained from past experiences.

According to a survey conducted by Liberty Mutual Insurance and Students Against Destructive Decisions, nearly 25% of teens admit to driving while somewhat intoxicated. Of those who reported having driven while under the influence of marijuana, 75% did not believe it impaired their driving, while 34% actually believed it improved their ability to operate a motor vehicle. The statistics, however, are clear: after alcohol, marijuana is the second most common substance found in the blood of impaired drivers. Driving under the influence of marijuana is still driving under the influence under the law.

Teenagers and adults who drive under the influence put themselves, their passengers and other motorists at risk for serious personal injuries and death. If you or someone you love has been the victim of a Massachusetts car accident, and you would like to find out whether you have a claim for personal injury damages or wrongful death damages, please call 617-787-3700 or email info@gilhoylaw.com, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, to speak with a highly skilled Massachusetts drunk driver personal injury attorney, Massachusetts personal injury attorney or Massachusetts wrongful death attorney.

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