If you were struck while walking or cycling in Boston, your recovery may still be straightforward, but only if the right evidence is preserved early and the correct insurance layers are identified. Massachusetts law regulates transportation network companies (TNCs) and requires certain insurance protections when a driver is providing rideshare services.

Why rideshare cases feel different due to coverage changes with app status.

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Eve enables faster case insights, stronger preparation, and more meaningful attorney–client engagement

Jeffrey Glassman Injury Lawyers has partnered with leading legal AI platform Eve to transform into an AI-Native law firm. The collaboration brings AI into case development, intake, internal operations, and client communications—allowing attorneys and case managers to deliver stronger outcomes with greater speed, focus, and care.

Founder Jeffrey Glassman, who has grown the firm over more than 30 years, built his practice on one principle: helping people. That commitment fueled his growth from a one-lawyer shop into a multi-office team serving clients across New England and nationwide. The adoption of Eve represents the next chapter of that mission.

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If you are hurt in a rideshare crash, you may have multiple layers of coverage available, including Massachusetts no-fault benefits and rideshare insurance that can be much larger than a typical personal policy. The key is knowing how the system works and how to protect your claim while you focus on healing, and when it makes sense to speak with a personal injury lawyer who handles Uber and Lyft accident cases.

Rideshare Crashes Are Still Car Crashes, But Insurance Can Be More Complicated

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December in Boston is beautiful, but for many families, it is also the most chaotic month for driving. Holiday visitors stream through Logan, rental cars fill the tunnels, and early sunsets turn evening commutes into hours spent in low-light, low-friction conditions. If you were injured near the airport or on the interstates that feed it, especially the complex stretches of I-93 and the Mass Pike, understanding how these car accidents happen and how to prove what really occurred is the foundation of a strong claim. 

Traffic patterns around Logan create a perfect storm: unfamiliar drivers follow GPS prompts and make last-second lane changes; rideshare vehicles stop abruptly for pickups; and winter weather magnifies every mistake. Inside the airport loops and tunnels, visibility changes in an instant as you pass from bright terminal lighting to dim stretches with glare from reflective surfaces. On I-93 and at the I-93/I-90 interchange, merging vehicles frequently misjudge gaps, and a single brake tap can ripple through tightly packed cars. 

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If you or someone you love was hurt while shopping on Black Friday or during the holiday rush, you may be wondering whether the store is responsible, how you will pay medical bills, and whether it is worth calling a lawyer. Our article, by Jeffrey Glassman Injury Lawyers, a Boston-based personal injury firm, explains how Black Friday and holiday retail injury claims work and what steps you can take right now to protect your rights. 

Why Black Friday And Holiday Shopping Are So Dangerous

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Why September matters for safety and claims

End-of-summer pressure can drive risky shortcuts: tighter schedules, stacked trades working shoulder-to-shoulder, and temporary scaffolding or shoring that isn’t inspected as often as it should be. Municipal paving and utility crews also create more lane shifts and detours, which increase the risk of rear-end and pedestrian crashes. Meanwhile, national enforcement campaigns that wrapped around Labor Day mean more police reports and arrest data coming out, which can be crucial evidence in drunk-driving and reckless-driving injury cases. Put simply, September is a moment to double-check safety on the front end and tighten your evidence plan on the back end if something goes wrong.

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Assisted-living fire in Fall River, and the surge of civil filings

The July 2025 fire at the Gabriel House assisted-living residence in Fall River resulted in multiple fatalities and dozens of injuries. In early and mid-August, survivors and families began filing lawsuits in Bristol Superior Court. The complaints focus on alleged failures in life-safety systems and emergency planning, along with claims about training, supervision, and oversight. Several filings also name third-party vendors that serviced alarms and suppression equipment, suggesting that the litigation will involve a web of contractual relationships and maintenance records.

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What We Know Right Now about the Legionnaires’ Disease Outbreak

New York City health officials are investigating a community cluster of Legionnaires’ disease in Central Harlem (ZIP codes 10027, 10030, 10035, 10037, and 10039). As of August 12, 2025, the City reports 90 confirmed cases, three deaths, and 15 people currently hospitalized. The Health Department sampled and tested cooling towers in the investigation zone. Towers with initial positive results for Legionella bacteria underwent remediation under City orders, and the agency continues to monitor and direct additional treatment as needed.

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At Jeffrey Glassman Injury Lawyers, we have seen far too many cases where preventable accidents in care facilities lead to unnecessary loss of life. As experienced fire and explosion lawyers, we recognize that this incident underscores the vital importance of fire safety protocols in assisted living facilities, where vulnerable populations rely on facility operators for their protection.

In this article, we’ll explore the details of the fire, provide a legal overview of potential liabilities, and discuss how affected families can seek justice. Our goal is to empower readers with knowledge while honoring the victims and highlighting the need for systemic improvements.

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Inclusion, Health & Disability

I believe no one should face life’s challenges alone, and that begins with opening doors for people of all abilities. Our partnership with Best Buddies International exemplifies that commitment. Each spring, we participate in the Hyannis Port 100-mile Challenge, raising critical funds to enable individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities to experience friendship, employment, and leadership programs.

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