- Wrongful DeathMost wrongful death actions are the result of motor vehicle accidents and slip and fall accidents. At the Law Offices of Stephen M. Hughes, P.C., we handle wrongful death cases caused by the following...
- Traffic Violations
- Workers CompensationAttorney Stephen Hughes handled my worker's compensation case and did an exceptional job. His strong attention to detail was key in my case. He returned my phone calls promptly and took the time to explain everything clearly. I would highly recommend him if you're looking for someone honest, who truly cares, and will put outstanding effort into your case.
- Premises Liability
- Personal InjuryThe term, “personal injury,” can be a bit of a misnomer because it doesn’t refer to an injury at all. Rather, personal injury or “tort law” is the name of the field of law that deals with torts, or acts or omissions that give rise to injury or harm.
- Auto Accidents
- Social Security DisabilityIt can be a daunting task for a non-attorney to apply for Social Security Disability Insurance or Supplemental Security Income benefits. The Social Security Administration requires you to complete multiple forms which require you to provide them with a tremendous amount of extremely detailed information such as your medical treatment, medications, laboratory results, past employment, daily activities, and the like. All of this documentation is put into the record and is used to determine your legality. As such, it is critical to hire an attorney who can help you with all of this paperwork and ensure that it you complete it accurately in order to increase your chances of being approved.
- Dog BitesApproximately 4.7 million people receive dog bites every year, and the majority of dog bites are preventable. When dogs are trained and supervised properly, dog bites rarely occur. That being said, dog bites are the most common among children. Fortunately, Massachusetts law has a presumption that helps ensure children are never held liable for dog bites.
- Slip and Fall InjuryFalls can result in hospital visits, serious injuries, and even death. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), falls are the leading cause of traumatic brain injury (TBI) and 1 out of 5 falls results in serious injury (broken bones, TBI, etc.). Nearly 3 million people are treated for fall injuries in emergency departments each year, and if fall rates continue to rise, the United States can expect to suffer 7 fall-related deaths every hour by 2030. Falls are also responsible for 27% of nonfatal work injuries that result in days off of work.