Articles Posted in Car Accident

Navigating the Legal Process After a Motor Vehicle Accident: Working with a Skilled Attorney
The Law Offices of John C. Manoog III

Being involved in a motor vehicle accident can be a traumatic experience, and the aftermath can be confusing and overwhelming. One of the most important steps after a car accident is to seek an attorney for motor vehicle accidents to help you navigate the complex legal process. In this blog post, we will discuss the…

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Massachusetts Court Discusses Vicarious Liability
The Law Offices of John C. Manoog III

In most instances, parties will not be held responsible for the acts of other individuals. There are exceptions, though, that would allow for the imposition of vicarious liability. For example, employers may be held accountable for the negligent acts of their employees if they occurred while the employee was working. Typically, vicarious liability does not…

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Massachusetts Court Discusses Negligent Entrustment Claims
The Law Offices of John C. Manoog III

It is not unusual for people to lend their cars to acquaintances or family members. However, what appears to be a simple favor might unwittingly expose someone to liability. To put it another way, if the person renting the car is later involved in a collision, the vehicle’s owner may be held accountable for negligent…

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Massachusetts Court Explains Jurisdiction Over an Out-of-State Vehicle Owner
The Law Offices of John C. Manoog III

People frequently allow their spouses to drive their cars without a second thought. If the spouse causes an accident, though, both the spouse and the owner may be held responsible for any injuries that arise as a result of the collision. Under Massachusetts law, though, liability will only be imposed on both spouses, if the…

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Massachusetts Court Explains the Scope of Discovery in Federal Litigation
The Law Offices of John C. Manoog III

Ride-sharing companies generally maintain that the people who drive on their behalf are independent contractors, not employees. As such, if a person working for a ride-sharing company causes an accident, the company must likely will deny that it is vicariously liable. Discovery is critical in such cases, and it allows plaintiffs to obtain information that…

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Massachusetts Court Discusses Negligent Entrustment Claims Against a Car Owner
The Law Offices of John C. Manoog III

A person who lends a vehicle to a dangerous driver in Massachusetts may be found negligent if the driver causes a collision that results in bodily injury. However, there are specific requirements that a plaintiff must meet in order to demonstrate an automobile owner’s culpability for an accident. A Massachusetts court recently considered the negligence…

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Massachusetts District Court Discusses Personal Jurisdiction Over Out of State Parties in Car Accident Cases
The Law Offices of John C. Manoog III

Although car accidents generally arise out of negligent driving, other factors can contribute to the damages sustained in collisions. For example, a defective car part may injure a person involved in an accident. Manufacturers of defective car parts may be deemed responsible for any losses they cause, but they may try to avoid liability by…

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Federal District Court Applies Massachusetts Law to Deny Summary Judgment in Negligent Entrustment Case
The Law Offices of John C. Manoog III

Having an insurance policy that covers accidents caused by uninsured or underinsured motorists is important. Without such coverage, it is extremely difficult – often impossible – to receive fair compensation for personal injuries or a wrongful death caused by a driver who either doesn’t have insurance at all or who has only minimum coverage. Unfortunately,…

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Massachusetts “Snowbirds” Denied Liability Coverage for Accident Involving Vehicle Garaged in Florida and Driven by Family Member There
The Law Offices of John C. Manoog III

Most Cape Cod car accident cases focus primarily on the personal injury aspect of the accident at hand. However, there is another potential claim in most car crash cases: property damage. The reason that we rarely hear about the property damage aspect of a plaintiff’s case is that such claims are usually relatively small compared…

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Massachusetts Appellate Tribunal Affirms Dismissal of Bad Faith Case Against Insurer Following Car Accident
The Law Offices of John C. Manoog III

When someone is injured in a Cape Cod car accident, the insurance company that insures the at-fault motorist has certain responsibilities to the injured individual(s). If these obligations are not met, there is a possibility of litigation against the company later on. In many instances, it is the insured motorist who brings suit against his…

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