Category: Truck Accidents

Dump truck driver goes free after fatal hit-and-run accident

On behalf of Rawson, Merrigan, & Litner, LLP Posted in Truck Accidents on 02/16/13

In Boston and the surrounding area, motor vehicle accident victims can find their lives permanently changed. When serious injuries or fatalities occur, these negative effects can spread to other family members. Truck accidents can be especially deadly, if only because of the extra weight carried by the large vehicle. It is with this in mind…

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Tractor-trailer accident sends five to hospital

On behalf of Rawson, Merrigan, & Litner, LLP Posted in Truck Accidents on 11/1/12

While federal trucking regulations are in place to weed out inattentive or unqualified truck drivers, these situations can still occur, and a trucking accident can cause serious injuries for all involved. A five-car accident involving a tractor-trailer occurred on Interstate 495 southbound in Andover at approximately 6 a.m. on Oct. 22 near the Interstate 93…

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Semi-truck accident destroys historic New England mill

On behalf of Rawson, Merrigan, & Litner, LLP Posted in Truck Accidents on 07/18/12

A historic New England building, called the Old Grist Mill Tavern, was recently destroyed in a semi-truck accident. The 18-wheeler is reported to have fallen on its side and slid into a natural gas main near the building. The collision ignited an explosion. Although fire officials responded to the scene, they were not able to…

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