There are labor laws set that govern the number of hours an employee in Massachusetts can work on any given shift. One of the reasons for this is to ensure that workers are being treated fairly. Another reason is to protect employees from accidents that can occur from...
Reckless driving in Essex County can take on many forms such as racing, distracted driving and driving at excessive speeds. In all cases, reckless driving puts others in danger as a result of wild and thoughtless actions and can result in hazardous and fatal injuries....
It can be argued that there is no car accident that is quite as despicable as that of a hit-and-run. In the state of Massachusetts, much like elsewhere in the United States, drivers involved in a car accident are required by law to stop, and at the very least exchange...
As with all the states across the country, drivers in Massachusetts are required to obtain a driver’s license before they can legally operate a vehicle. In order to do so, they are typically required to pass a written test and a driving test. These tests are to ensure...
In order to safely operate a vehicle in Essex County, Massachusetts it is important that you maintain a safe driving distance from other vehicles. The amount of space you should leave between you and the car in front of you depends on a variety of factors. These...
In the not-so-distant past, it was uncommon to see occupants of an automobile wearing their seatbelts in Massachusetts. Road trips with the family often involved placing the children unrestrained in the back of a station wagon or sedan. Since then, numerous studies...
As winter descends on Essex County, Massachusetts, it is important to remember that snow and cold temperatures can lead to unsafe driving conditions. It is wise to slow down and be mindful of roads that may be icy. Because many drivers need to be reminded of how their...
It is no secret that it is not a good idea to drink and drive in Massachusetts. Countless studies have shown the negative effect alcohol can have on your driving abilities. It works on various systems in the brain that are vital when driving including impairing...
Drivers in Essex County, Massachusetts have the responsibility of ensuring that their vehicles are properly maintained and safe to be on the road. This is the purpose of the state safety inspection that is required to register your vehicle. However, drivers should be...
Driving with a pet in the car is not an uncommon practice in Massachusetts. Many pet owners find great joy in taking their pets out for a leisurely drive and love their company as they run errands. Pets can enjoy it just as much, but sometimes they may become a little...
