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DUI With Children in the Car

December 27th, 2017|

All DUIs are serious incidents with severe consequences. However, a DUI with children in the car has particularly harsh consequences. In addition to putting your own lives and future at risk, you put your children's lives at risk. The incident happens more frequently than you might think. Find out everything you should know about a [...]

Too Drunk to Drive But Don't Know If I Can Sleep On the Side of the Road

November 20th, 2017|

Everyone makes a few bad decisions in life. For some people, one of those bad decisions is drinking and driving. When you choose to drink and drive, it doesn't often end well. You might not realize that you're too drunk to drive until you start driving. However, it might be too late. There aren't many [...]

Can Liquor Stores Refuse Service to Intoxicated Customers in Massachusetts?

November 15th, 2017|

Drinking and driving is a serious problem in Massachusetts. Although there are rules in place to limit the occurrence of drinking and driving, it still happens. There are more things that can be done to make drunk driving less of an issue. For one, liquor stores could refuse service to intoxicated customers. Find out how [...]

Irish Drinking Culture in New England

November 9th, 2017|

Irish culture is synonymous with New England and especially Boston. When you think of Boston you think of the Celtics, St. Patrick's Day, and of course Irish pubs. It's the city where everything is green for St. Patrick's Day, especially the beer. When we think of Irish pubs, we think of Guinness, Irish whiskey, Gaelic [...]

Massachusetts Agency Holding Back DUI Data

October 19th, 2017|

When it comes to defending their clients, defense attorneys deserve all the information that they can get. However, one state police agency is holding back on DUI data. The data relates to the reliability of breath tests. As a result, it's essential information for defense attorneys. They need it to defend individuals with DUI charges. [...]

Marijuana DUI: Laws, Testing, and Penalties

October 10th, 2017|

Recently, Massachusetts legalized recreational marijuana. While there are many benefits of the drug's legalization, there is one major issue - Marijuana DUI laws. When marijuana was illegal, anyone with traces of marijuana in their system could face penalties. However, that is no longer the case. The state needs to figure out how to handle a [...]

Drugged Driving Is Becoming a Bigger Issue Than Drinking and Driving

September 27th, 2017|

The dangers of drunk driving are known and understood by most, but what about drugged driving? Many wrongly assume that drugs like cannabis do not have a significant effect on driving ability. Much like alcohol, however, drugs often impair the user's reaction times, depth perception and coordination. As a driver, knowing what drugged driving is, [...]

Can Alcohol Rehab be an Effective Way to Reduce Repeat DUI Offenders?

August 18th, 2017|

Putting repeat DUI offenders in jail isn’t always effective. When you look at the statistics and past examples, it seems as if jail time makes people more likely to offend again. But there is another option. Sometimes, a judge requires offenders to attend alcohol rehab. While it may seem like a minor penalty, it can [...]

Are Field Sobriety Tests Accurate?

July 7th, 2017|

Everyone knows the drill when the police pull someone over under the suspicion of DUI. They ask the driver to step out of the vehicle and perform tasks to determine their level of intoxication. The three field sobriety tests drivers are most often asked to perform the walk-and-turn, the one-leg stand, and the horizontal gaze [...]

Common Warning Signs of Alcohol Abuse

June 14th, 2017|

Alcohol abuse is a serious issue. Estimates suggest that one in twelve adults in the U.S. suffer from alcoholism. Several million more people engage in risky, binge drinking patterns that could lead to alcohol problems. The chances are that you know someone that may be suffering from alcohol abuse. The problem with alcohol is that [...]

Your DUIs Affect on Your Car Insurance: What You Need to Know

May 21st, 2017|

So many concerns come to the surface after being arrested for a DUI. DUI (driving under the influence) arrests impact the drivers in a variety of ways. The most obvious concern for drivers after DUI arrests is the different penalties they face - including car insurance. Will they end up with jail-time, a fine, a [...]

Crazy DUI Stories of Recent Memory

May 14th, 2017|

5 Crazy DUI Stories Driving under the influence, or DUI charges ruin reputations and jeopardize careers. Alcohol makes people do crazy things. Of course, the stupidest thing any individual can do is put other peoples' lives in danger. That's why the state of Massachusetts takes DUIs with particular severity. While a Massachusetts DUI attorney like [...]

Drinking and Driving Underage: Massachusetts DUI Laws for Minors

May 7th, 2017|

Drinking and driving underage is a serious crime, just like it is for someone over the legal drinking age. However, the same rules do not apply to those under 21. Getting behind the wheel after drinking at any age is not advised. If you are a minor or have children, there are some important Massachusetts [...]

How Witness Credibility Impacts Car Accident Claims

April 21st, 2017|

Most of us get behind the wheel of a vehicle every day. Whether commuting to work or school or just running errands around town, chances are you will be on the roads today. Accidents happen. And when they do, it is always better if you have a witness. Witness credibility can have a significant impact [...]

No-Fault Auto Insurance in the State of Massachusetts

April 14th, 2017|

No-Fault Auto Insurance: What is it? In 2012, the State of Massachusetts saw 108,379 auto crashes. Because of no-fault insurance, most Massachusetts residents receive compensation for accidents while paying relatively low premiums. No-fault auto insurance is a program that allows those who have it to recover financial losses from insurance no matter the circumstances of [...]

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