Swimming Pool Accidents

Swimming Pool Accidents: What You Need to Know

Summertime is a great time to cool off at the local pool. However, every year there are many accidents that happen at swimming pools. In many circumstances, the owners of the pool can be held liable for your injuries, especially if proper safety procedures were not followed. There are many kinds of injuries that can happen such as:

Slips and Falls

Wet stairways and walking areas are the most common reason for slip and fall injuries. Pool owners can be liable if they were negligent in warning patrons and/or keeping these areas dry.

Drowning

Drowning can cause very severe injuries and in many cases death. Pool owners can be liable if there was not a lifeguard on duty or if the water was deeper than the posted depth.

Infections and Illness

Every year, many people become severely ill from swimming in contaminated water. If the proper amount of chlorine or other cleaning agents were not used, you may have a case against the owners.

If you or a loved one were injured at a public or private swimming pool, please call Attorney Mike Bowser at (888) 414-9202 today for your free case consultation. He has helped many people get the claim they deserve for their injuries and suffering.

Since 1995, Attorney Mike Bowser has successfully tried hundreds of jury trials to a favorable verdict before the Massachusetts and New Hampshire Superior and District Courts. He has recovered over $5.5 million for injured clients and he is well known for his professionalism and experience.

The best thing you can do right now is call us to schedule your free case consultation. We handle personal injury cases on a contingency fee basis, which means you don’t pay us until we recover money for you.

Here are some case results from clients who we represented in their injury cases:

Slip and Fall On Construction Site
$828,000.00

Injury

Union painter falls on construction site when he steps on copper pipe left on floor and covered with sawdust. Torn meniscus of left knee and total tear of right knee MCL/ACL. Medical bills exceed $83,000. Lost wage claim includes total permanent disability from occupation as painter.

Challenge

Insurance company for general contractor responsible for job site safety denies liability, questions the plaintiff’s credibility and challenges the extent and nature of his injuries. Pre-trial offer of $300,000 reduced to $250,000 at trial. Plaintiff owes $220,000 to Worker’s Compensation Insurance Carrier.

Result

Jury verdict following eight (8) day personal injury trial before the Suffolk Superior Court in Boston, MA. Verdict of $775,000. Pre-trial interest and comparative fault offset results in total judgment against responsible general contractor for $828,000.

Retail Store Injury
$150,000.00

Injury

Ruptured biceps tendon. Retail store drops 27′ T.V. on man at their courtesy counter.

Challenge

No offer to settle. Store denies responsibility and blames customer for injuries.

Result

Jury Verdict Hillsborough Superior Court, Nashua, NH. $150,000

Slip and Fall at New Jersey Hotel
$80,000.00

Injury

Older client suffers fractured hip requiring hospitalization and surgery after falling on wet carpeted incline outside New Jersey Hotel.

Challenge

Insurance carrier for hotel denies liability or existence of any dangerous defect in walkway surface despite unusual grade change that is covered in carpet and allowed to become slick in rain.

Result

Counsel retains safety expert to review photographs of scene and conduct scene analysis in New Jersey. Personal injury suit filed through local firm in New Jersey. Case settled week of trial. $80,000

Slip and Fall at Work
$60,000.00

Injury

Premises Liability: 57 year old woman trips and falls over broken wooden landscape stake jutting onto sidewalk outside of her place of employment during cigarette break. Woman suffers fractured wrist requiring corrective surgery and extensive missed time from work.

Challenge

Property owner denies liability for hazardous condition created by vandals who routinely broke landscape stakes that were placed by landscaping contractor. Defense also asserts that plaintiff was injured “in the course of her employment” and recovery is barred by the Worker’s Compensation Statute. Plaintiff’s counsel establishes through discovery that property owner was aware of vandals breaking stakes and leaving them in place on or near sidewalk surfaces and only took remedial corrective measures after the injury. Injury occurred while plaintiff was on break and not in the regular course of her employment at retail store.

Result

Premises liability suit settled prior to trial at mediation for $60,000.00

Fall From Horse in Massachusetts
$60,000.00

Injury

Knee injury following fall from horse in Massachusetts. Client injured when horse she is riding losses footing on buried tree stump and falls on her.

Challenge

Negligence claim that property/horse owner liable for fall and injury as he buried stump while clearing land for development, allowed plaintiff to ride in the area and did not give warning about the buried stumps. Defense asserts immunity under “Equine” statute for sponsors of horse riding activity and claims plaintiff rode horse in restricted area without owner’s permission.

Result

Settled at mediation one week before trial. Middlesex Superior Court, Lowell, MA. $60,000

Slip and Fall on Icy Side Walk
$50,000.00

Injury

Client injured in fall on icy patch on side walk outside bank suffering fractured coccyx and knee injury.

Challenge

Insurance company alleges icy patch was the result of natural accumulation of ice and snow and offers only nominal amount to settle personal injury claim.

Result

Suit filed. Discovery discloses that building maintenance worker aware that icy patch existed regularly due to run off of water from roof overhang but area was not salted on day of incident because of weekend staffing. Settled prior to trial. $50,000

BJs Slip and Fall Case
$50,000.00

Injury

Elderly client leaned on a display table at a major retail store, which rolled out from under him because wheels on display table were not locked. Client suffered hip fracture, enduring surgery and extensive treatments.

Challenge

Retail Store denied liability because display tables are not meant to be leaned on, therefore the table was not a dangerous or defective condition within the store.

Result

Case settled at mediation for $50,000.

Man Trapped In Sinkhole
$40,000.00

Injury

Leg and back injury, emotional distress. Massachusetts man becomes trapped in sinkhole when brick walkway collapses beneath him.

Challenge

No offer to settle. Property owner denies responsibility for failure to inspect and repair property.

Result

Jury Verdict Lowell District Court, Lowell, MA. $40,000

Why Experience Matters in Personal Injury Cases

Getting the right trial lawyer is the most important decision you will make that will impact your personal injury case. It can mean the difference between getting paid what you deserve and being stuck with unpaid medical bills.

There is no substitute for experience

Many attorneys lack the experience and knowledge needed to properly evaluate a personal injury settlement. Some will even short change you just so they don’t have to put in too much work. Accepting the wrong settlement can leave you with unpaid bills and in debt.

Attorney Mike Bowser has the knowledge and trial experience needed to take on the insurance companies. It is his responsibility to protect the rights of individuals and families who have been injured. He takes this responsibility very seriously. He knows how important the outcome of this case is to you and your family. That is why he carefully investigates and prepares each case. He will take time to explain the various options and give you the truth- not some unrealistic story.

If you have been injured due to the negligence of another, you may be entitled to significant compensation. Attorney Mike Bowser has been fighting for families in Massachusetts, New Hampshire and Maine for over 25 years.

At Bowser Law we have a free consultation in which we will guide you and tell you if you have a case. There are no fees until we win.

Here are some case results from clients who we represented in their injury cases:

Remember, we have handled these cases for many families in the past and will fight for your rights. We will not settle until we have secured the best outcome for you.

Is Lack of Security Grounds for an Injury Claim?

Many times fights or assaults happen at schools, night clubs, concert venues, bars or on other property. While the perpetrators may face criminal and civil sanctions, the property owners may also be liable if safety and security was not maintained. Some examples of this can be:

  • The lack of security guards
  • The lack of safety equipment like first aid kits, security cameras, and proper lighting
  • Serving too much alcohol to the perpetrators
  • Creating a rowdy and unsafe environment

Many times, this is the real case that must be pursued. While the perpetrator may have limited personal assets to cover your injuries, premises have insurance policies which they are required to carry by law. The challenge is going against the very experienced team of lawyers the insurance companies have. Insurance companies want to settle for as little as possible and that may mean that you are left to pay for some of your medical bills and expenses.

Attorney Mike Bowser has handled over a thousand cases. He has the knowledge and trial experience needed to take on the insurance companies. It is his responsibility to protect the rights of individuals and families who have been wronged. He takes this responsibility very seriously.

If you have been injured due to the negligence of a property owner, you may be entitled to significant compensation. Attorney Mike Bowser has been fighting for families in Massachusetts, New Hampshire and Maine for over 25 years.

At Bowser Law we have a free consultation in which we will guide you and tell you if you have a case. There are no fees until we win.

Here are some case results from clients who we represented in their injury cases:

Remember, we have handled these cases for many families in the past and will fight for your rights. We will not settle until we have secured the best outcome for you.

Have you been injured by a DUI Driver?

Driving under the Influence is one of the most reckless and irresponsible things a person can do. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), almost 30 people die from DUI accidents and nearly 1,000 are injured every single day.

If you are looking to claim damages for your medical expenses, lost wages, and/or pain and suffering, you should take the time to find an experienced personal injury attorney who will stand up to defend you. These are often times complex cases and there may be multiple parties who could be held liable.

The first party is the drunken driver. Proving impairment and exactly how many drinks were consumed is often a vital part of an injury case. If the amount imbibed was abnormally high, and that can be proven, judges and juries will often increase the damages. However, not every injury attorney is equipped with the scientific knowledge needed to prove the level of impairment. Attorney Mike Bowser has worked on thousands of DUI cases and is highly trained in the science and biological aspects involved. This is a big advantage when going after a DUI driver.

Another party that may be held liable is the bar or restaurant that served that driver. Under the Dram Shop Act, a bar can be sued if they continued to serve alcohol to a patron who was visibly drunk. The Supreme Court of Massachusetts upheld this in Cimino v. Milford Keg, Inc., 431 NE 2d 920 (1982). In this case, a patron been served six or more drinks in a bar and was visibly drunk. He then went on to crash his vehicle and kill a pedestrian.

If you or a loved one was injured in a DUI accident, Attorney Bowser would like to talk to you. Your case is important and you deserve to be compensated fully for your injuries and suffering. In major cases like these, when it is your future on the line, you need experience, integrity, and knowledge on your side.

If you’ve been injured due to the recklessness of a drunk driver, hire a personal injury trial lawyer that has also defended thousands of drunk driving criminal charges. Attorney Bowser knows laws and science surrounding drinking and driving and liquor liability and uses that knowledge to secure favorable verdicts and settlements for his clients.

Since 1995, Attorney Mike Bowser has successfully tried hundreds of jury trials to a favorable verdict before the Massachusetts and New Hampshire Superior and District Courts. He has recovered over $5.5 million for injured clients and he is well known for his professionalism and experience.

The best thing you can do right now is call us to schedule your free case consultation. We handle personal injury cases on a contingency fee basis, which means you don’t pay us until we recover money for you.

Clients have trusted us for personal injury cases. Here are some examples:

$1.5M WRONGFUL DEATH CLAIM
$1,500,000.00

Injury

Sixty-five (65) year old client was struck and killed by a drunk driver who was also texting immediately prior to the collision.

Challenge

At the time of his death, the Decedent was retired and morbidly obese, with numerous serious health conditions. Therefore, the Decedent’s monetary loss and life expectancy were in contest and were major factors in assessing the value of the Decedent’s life. Toxicologist expert retained to determine true number of alcoholic drinks consumed by Defendant based on Blood Alcohol Content. Expertise of Drunk Driving Defense to successfully serve personal injury client.

Result

After a pre-litigation mediation, the Estate claim settled for $1,500,000.00. No prior offers.

INJURED IN REAR END CAR COLLISION
$695,000.00

Injury

Healthy, active, 21 year old injured in rear end car collision. Client sustains back and neck injuries resulting in permanent nerve damage (occipital neuralgia) and recurrent debilitating headache. Client forced into honorable medical discharge from Army National Guard Unit, left with 6% whole person permanent impairment.

Challenge

Client settles initial personal injury claim against responsible driver for policy limits of $20,000 but his own insurance carrier will not make offer to compensate him under UNDERINSURED provisions of his own policy, carrier refuses to submit claim to arbitration and forces client to file suit to recover any portion of his own insurance policy.

Result

Jury trial proceeds in Hillsborough Superior Court, Nashua, NH (December 2009). Insurance carrier makes first offer of $40,000 at jury selection, increase offer to $60,000 at trial. Client rejects low offers well below his original demand, which is within the available remaining policy limits of $230,000. Jury returns verdict against insurance carrier of $695,000.

DWI / PEDESTRIANS STRUCK
$310,000.00

Injury

Several facial fractures including jaw and orbital, rib, pedicle neck and back fractures; hospitalized six days and lost job as a result of accident.

Challenge

Determining a monetary value of client’s extensive injuries and evaluating lasting effects of crash.

Result

$310,000 awarded to Plaintiff after settlement negotiations.

Why Choose Bowser Law for your Personal Injury Claim

Personal injury attorneys are everywhere, but not all attorneys are the same. Your choice of who will be representing your case will have a great impact on how your case goes and ultimately what you are awarded. Please take the time to research and talk to a few attorneys before making your decision.

Why you should choose Attorney Mike Bowser

Experience
Attorney Bowser has over 25 years of courtroom experience and successfully tried hundreds of jury trials to a favorable verdict before the Massachusetts Superior and District Courts. He has recovered over $5.5 million for injured clients. He has represented clients who had suffered from all types of injuries, including wrongful death cases.

Widely Respected
Attorney Bowser is well known for his professionalism and experience. Judges often compliment how well prepared his cases are. Other attorneys often refer clients to Bowser law, as do former clients and even police officers and court personnel. This high level of respect has been earned through years of working tirelessly for the best interests of his clients.

Personal Touch
Unlike big firms where you are just a file, at Bowser Law we care about you and your family. We understand that this has been a trying time for you and your loved ones and that is why we offer a personal touch for all of our valued clients. Attorney Mike Bowser will take time to sit and talk to you about your case- not just a rushed phone call. He will answer your questions and give you reasonable expectations about the status of your claim. He is committed to delivering the best results and he won’t settle a case until he feel that this is the best possible option for you.

Science
In many personal injury cases, there is a lot of science. Sometimes a lawyer needs to stand up and explain how many drinks a drink driver had or how much force was put on a bone to break it. Attorney Mike Bowser not only understand the complex scientific aspects of injury cases but he can also express them in a way in which judges and jurors can understand what happened. Very few attorneys are able to to this effectively.

His Clients Love Him!
To get a sense of the great work Attorney Bowser has done for his clients, please take a look at his settlements and verdicts. Some clients even took the time out to write five star reviews about his services. This is why we say our clients love us and you will too!

If you or a loved one has been in an accident, The best thing you can do right now is call us to schedule your free case consultation. We handle personal injury cases on a contingency fee basis, which means you don’t pay us until we recover money for you.

When a Day of Fun Turns into a Day of Horror

Amusement parks, water parks, golf courses, hiking trails, New England has it all. As the weather gets warmer, many of us get out to enjoy time with our family and friends.

However, a day of fun can quickly turn into a day of horror if you or a loved one is involved in an accident. Some injuries we often hear about include:

  • Injuries due to a malfunctioning ride at an amusement park
  • Food poisoning due to contaminated food from a concessions stand
  • A slip and fall due to a spill that was not cleaned up at a restaurant

Unfortunately, accidents and injuries happen and when they do, it is important to get timely legal advice. Often times, forms of evidence, such as security camera footage and receipts, can be lost or deleted over time. This is why it is important to get a professional injury attorney involved early on to ensure all evidence is preserved.

If you or a loved one were injured, please call Attorney Mike Bowser today. The consultation is free and you will not be charged unless we win. Call 888-526-9737 now to find out how much your claim is worth.

Clients have trusted us for personal injury cases. Here are some examples:

SLIP AND FALL ON CONSTRUCTION SITE
$828,000.00

Injury

Union painter falls on construction site when he steps on copper pipe left on floor and covered with sawdust. Torn meniscus of left knee and total tear of right knee MCL/ACL. Medical bills exceed $83,000. Lost wage claim includes total permanent disability from occupation as painter.

Challenge

Insurance company for general contractor responsible for job site safety denies liability, questions the plaintiff’s credibility and challenges the extent and nature of his injuries. Pre-trial offer of $300,000 reduced to $250,000 at trial. Plaintiff owes $220,000 to Worker’s Compensation Insurance Carrier.

Result

Jury verdict following eight (8) day personal injury trial before the Suffolk Superior Court in Boston, MA. Verdict of $775,000. Pre-trial interest and comparative fault offset results in total judgment against responsible general contractor for $828,000.

RETAIL STORE INJURY
$150,000.00

Injury

Ruptured biceps tendon. Retail store drops 27′ T.V. on man at their courtesy counter.

Challenge

No offer to settle. Store denies responsibility and blames customer for injuries.

Result

Jury Verdict Hillsborough Superior Court, Nashua, NH. $150,000

SLIP AND FALL AT WORK
$60,000.00

Injury

Premises Liability: 57 year old woman trips and falls over broken wooden landscape stake jutting onto sidewalk outside of her place of employment during cigarette break. Woman suffers fractured wrist requiring corrective surgery and extensive missed time from work.

Challenge

Property owner denies liability for hazardous condition created by vandals who routinely broke landscape stakes that were placed by landscaping contractor. Defense also asserts that plaintiff was injured “in the course of her employment” and recovery is barred by the Worker’s Compensation Statute. Plaintiff’s counsel establishes through discovery that property owner was aware of vandals breaking stakes and leaving them in place on or near sidewalk surfaces and only took remedial corrective measures after the injury. Injury occurred while plaintiff was on break and not in the regular course of her employment at retail store.

Result

Premises liability suit settled prior to trial at mediation for $60,000.00

SLIP AND FALL ON ICY SIDE WALK
$50,000.00

Injury

Client injured in fall on icy patch on side walk outside bank suffering fractured coccyx and knee injury.

Challenge

Insurance company alleges icy patch was the result of natural accumulation of ice and snow and offers only nominal amount to settle personal injury claim.

Result

Suit filed. Discovery discloses that building maintenance worker aware that icy patch existed regularly due to run off of water from roof overhang but area was not salted on day of incident because of weekend staffing. Settled prior to trial. $50,000

Personal Injury Claims for Someone who was Assaulted

If you or a loved one were the victim of an assault, we understand the physical and emotional repercussions you are facing. We would like to help you cope with this situation.

If you are looking to claim damages for your pain and suffering, you should take the time to find an experienced personal injury attorney who will stand up to defend you. These are often times complex cases and there may be multiple parties who could be held liable.

One party is the assailant. While he or she may be facing criminal charges, there is also the possibility of claiming civil damages against them, similar to what happened to OJ Simpson.

Another party may be the owner of the property where the assault took place. Sometimes, property owners are liable if there was inadequate security or safety measures were not followed. Some common places that may be liable in the case of an assault are:

  • Nightclubs
  • Bars
  • Movie Theatres
  • Shopping Malls
  • Colleges and Universities

For example, if a person was assaulted at a nightclub and the security guard was not on duty or did not intervene to stop the assault, this may be grounds to hold the nightclub liable for damages.

Your case is important and you deserve to be compensated fully for your injuries and suffering. In major cases like these, when it is your future on the line, you need experience, integrity, and knowledge on your side. Since 1995, Attorney Mike Bowser has successfully tried hundreds of jury trials to a favorable verdict before the Massachusetts and New Hampshire Superior and District Courts. He has recovered over $5.5 million for injured clients and he is well known for his professionalism and experience.

The best thing you can do right now is call us to schedule your free case consultation. We handle personal injury cases on a contingency fee basis, which means you don’t pay us until we recover money for you.

Clients have trusted us for car accident cases. Here are some examples:

1.5MM WRONGFUL DEATH CLAIM
$1,500,000.00

Injury

Sixty-five (65) year old client was struck and killed by a drunk driver who was also texting immediately prior to the collision.

Challenge

At the time of his death, the Decedent was retired and morbidly obese, with numerous serious health conditions. Therefore, the Decedent’s monetary loss and life expectancy were in contest and were major factors in assessing the value of the Decedent’s life. Toxicologist expert retained to determine true number of alcoholic drinks consumed by Defendant based on Blood Alcohol Content. Expertise of Drunk Driving Defense to successfully serve personal injury client.

Result

After a pre-litigation mediation, the Estate claim settled for $1,500,000.00. No prior offers.

Slip and Fall on Construction Site
$828,000.00

Injury

Union painter falls on construction site when he steps on copper pipe left on floor and covered with sawdust. Torn meniscus of left knee and total tear of right knee MCL/ACL. Medical bills exceed $83,000. Lost wage claim includes total permanent disability from occupation as painter.

Challenge

Insurance company for general contractor responsible for job site safety denies liability, questions the plaintiff’s credibility and challenges the extent and nature of his injuries. Pre-trial offer of $300,000 reduced to $250,000 at trial. Plaintiff owes $220,000 to Worker’s Compensation Insurance Carrier.

Result

Jury verdict following eight (8) day personal injury trial before the Suffolk Superior Court in Boston, MA. Verdict of $775,000. Pre-trial interest and comparative fault offset results in total judgment against responsible general contractor for $828,000.

Injured in Rear End Car Collision
$695,000.00

Injury

Healthy, active, 21 year old injured in rear end car collision. Client sustains back and neck injuries resulting in permanent nerve damage (occipital neuralgia) and recurrent debilitating headache. Client forced into honorable medical discharge from Army National Guard Unit, left with 6% whole person permanent impairment.

Challenge

Client settles initial personal injury claim against responsible driver for policy limits of $20,000 but his own insurance carrier will not make offer to compensate him under UNDERINSURED provisions of his own policy, carrier refuses to submit claim to arbitration and forces client to file suit to recover any portion of his own insurance policy.

Result

Jury trial proceeds in Hillsborough Superior Court, Nashua, NH (December 2009). Insurance carrier makes first offer of $40,000 at jury selection, increase offer to $60,000 at trial. Client rejects low offers well below his original demand, which is within the available remaining policy limits of $230,000. Jury returns verdict against insurance carrier of $695,000.

What do I do if I was injured during an Airbnb stay?

Whether it’s skiing season or boating season, tourism is a major industry in New England. People come from far and wide to visit Massachusetts and all it has to offer. One major innovation in the hospitality industry is Airbnb. Many travelers prefer using Airbnb to traditional hotels because of the convenience and lower rates for your stay.

Unfortunately, accidents can happen anywhere. So what should you do if you were injured during an Airbnb stay in Massachusetts?

Airbnb offers what it calls Host Protection Insurance. This is liability insurance which covers the host for up to $1 million against claims for bodily injury or property damage. Airbnb’s host protection insurance acts as primary insurance coverage if someone is injured during a stay.

Some examples of injuries can be:

  • A guest slipping on an icy sidewalk and suffering injuries
  • Injuries sustained due to faulty exercise equipment in the apartment building
  • A guest drops luggage on the foot of a third-party and that third party claims damages

While the process may seem straightforward, pursuing a claim against a major company like Airbnb is not something one should undertake on their own. As with any premises liability claim, the insurance company for Airbnb seeks to deny liability and minimize the damages they have to pay. To do this, they may pressure you into taking a settlement far less than the value of your claim, or admit to facts that may damage your case.

The best thing for you to do is preserve all of your records and find an experienced personal injury attorney. Your case is important and you deserve to be compensated fully for your injuries and suffering.

In major cases like these, when it is your future on the line, you need experience, integrity, and knowledge on your side. Since 1995, Attorney Mike Bowser has successfully tried hundreds of jury trials to a favorable verdict before the Massachusetts Superior and District Courts. He has recovered over $5.5 million for injured clients and he is well known for his professionalism and experience.

The best thing you can do right now is call us to schedule your free case consultation. We handle personal injury cases on a contingency fee basis, which means you don’t pay us until we recover money for you.

Clients have trusted us for premises liability cases. Here are some examples:

Slip and Fall On Construction Site
$828,000.00

Injury


Union painter falls on construction site when he steps on copper pipe left on floor and covered with sawdust. Torn meniscus of left knee and total tear of right knee MCL/ACL. Medical bills exceed $83,000. Lost wage claim includes total permanent disability from occupation as painter.

Challenge


Insurance company for general contractor responsible for job site safety denies liability, questions the plaintiff’s credibility and challenges the extent and nature of his injuries. Pre-trial offer of $300,000 reduced to $250,000 at trial. Plaintiff owes $220,000 to Worker’s Compensation Insurance Carrier.

Result


Jury verdict following eight (8) day personal injury trial before the Suffolk Superior Court in Boston, MA. Verdict of $775,000. Pre-trial interest and comparative fault offset results in total judgment against responsible general contractor for $828,000.

Retail Store Injury
$150,000.00

Injury


Ruptured biceps tendon. Retail store drops 27′ T.V. on man at their courtesy counter.

Challenge


No offer to settle. Store denies responsibility and blames customer for injuries.

Result


Jury Verdict Hillsborough Superior Court, Nashua, NH. $150,000

Slip and Fall at New Jersey Hotel
$80,000.00

Injury


Older client suffers fractured hip requiring hospitalization and surgery after falling on wet carpeted incline outside New Jersey Hotel.

Challenge


Insurance carrier for hotel denies liability or existence of any dangerous defect in walkway surface despite unusual grade change that is covered in carpet and allowed to become slick in rain.

Result


Counsel retains safety expert to review photographs of scene and conduct scene analysis in New Jersey. Personal injury suit filed through local firm in New Jersey. Case settled week of trial. $80,000

Slip and Fall at Work
$60,000.00

Injury


Premises Liability: 57 year old woman trips and falls over broken wooden landscape stake jutting onto sidewalk outside of her place of employment during cigarette break. Woman suffers fractured wrist requiring corrective surgery and extensive missed time from work.

Challenge


Property owner denies liability for hazardous condition created by vandals who routinely broke landscape stakes that were placed by landscaping contractor. Defense also asserts that plaintiff was injured “in the course of her employment” and recovery is barred by the Worker’s Compensation Statute. Plaintiff’s counsel establishes through discovery that property owner was aware of vandals breaking stakes and leaving them in place on or near sidewalk surfaces and only took remedial corrective measures after the injury. Injury occurred while plaintiff was on break and not in the regular course of her employment at retail store.

Result


Premises liability suit settled prior to trial at mediation for $60,000.00

Slip and Fall on Icy Side Walk
$50,000.00

Injury


Client injured in fall on icy patch on side walk outside bank suffering fractured coccyx and knee injury.

Challenge


Client injured in fall on icy patch on side walk outside bank suffering fractured coccyx and knee injury.

Result


Suit filed. Discovery discloses that building maintenance worker aware that icy patch existed regularly due to run off of water from roof overhang but area was not salted on day of incident because of weekend staffing. Settled prior to trial. $50,000

What do I do if I was injured by an MBTA Vehicle?

With the number of people using mass transit and the number of trains and buses running, there are bound to be accidents and injuries. Some common injuries on mass transit are the result of:

  • Automobile Collisions
  • Slips and falls getting on and off the vehicle
  • Assaults taking place on MBTA property

The MBTA is notoriously difficult to deal with. In an incident covered by the Boston Globe, the MBTA gave a local woman the run around for months and completely ignored her repeated calls. Even after the Boston Globe got involved, the MBTA made no offer to compensate her, despite knowing that their driver was clearly and legally at fault.

Large companies like the MBTA have a team of attorneys who have one goal: to minimize your claim. Going up against them is not an easy task and these cases should be handled by an experienced personal injury trial lawyer.

Choosing your attorney is a very important decision. If your case is presented correctly, by a passionate and powerful attorney, you may be entitled to more than you estimated. Attorney Mike Bowser has been praised by judges and even opposing attorneys for his professionalism, preparation and presentation of his cases. He is not afraid to take your case to trial to get you the compensation that you deserve.

Injuries resulting from a car accident can lead to expensive medical bills and lost wages, as well as numerous lasting financial and emotional side effects. Sometimes, injuries appear days or weeks later. If you have been injured in a car accident and want to get the compensation you deserve, call Mike Bowser now! Bowser Law offers a free detailed consultation. We handle personal injury cases on a contingency fee basis, which means you don’t pay us until we recover money for you.

Clients have trusted us for car accident cases. Here are some examples:

1.5MM WRONGFUL DEATH CLAIM
$1,500,000.00

Injury

Sixty-five (65) year old client was struck and killed by a drunk driver who was also texting immediately prior to the collision.

Challenge

At the time of his death, the Decedent was retired and morbidly obese, with numerous serious health conditions. Therefore, the Decedent’s monetary loss and life expectancy were in contest and were major factors in assessing the value of the Decedent’s life. Toxicologist expert retained to determine true number of alcoholic drinks consumed by Defendant based on Blood Alcohol Content. Expertise of Drunk Driving Defense to successfully serve personal injury client.

Result

After a pre-litigation mediation, the Estate claim settled for $1,500,000.00. No prior offers.

Injured in Rear End Car Collision
$695,000.00

Injury

Healthy, active, 21 year old injured in rear end car collision. Client sustains back and neck injuries resulting in permanent nerve damage (occipital neuralgia) and recurrent debilitating headache. Client forced into honorable medical discharge from Army National Guard Unit, left with 6% whole person permanent impairment.

Challenge

Client settles initial personal injury claim against responsible driver for policy limits of $20,000 but his own insurance carrier will not make offer to compensate him under UNDERINSURED provisions of his own policy, carrier refuses to submit claim to arbitration and forces client to file suit to recover any portion of his own insurance policy.

Result

Jury trial proceeds in Hillsborough Superior Court, Nashua, NH (December 2009). Insurance carrier makes first offer of $40,000 at jury selection, increase offer to $60,000 at trial. Client rejects low offers well below his original demand, which is within the available remaining policy limits of $230,000. Jury returns verdict against insurance carrier of $695,000.

Lost Wages Due To Car Accident
$215,000.00

Injury

Broken arm (humorous bone), torn rotator cuff.

Challenge

Married father of two recently back to work following long period of unemployment. Driving home from work, sitting in traffic, he is struck from behind at high speed, resulting in broken humorous bone and torn rotator cuff. Due to personal injury, surgeries and recovery time, client unable to return to work and newly acquired job is lost.

Result

Rather than waiting for medical end-point to be reached before beginning settlement negotiations suit is filed immediately. Litigation proceeds quickly through discovery process to identify all available insurance coverage and the status of the defendant driver and his employer/corporation. Pre-trial personal injury settlement reached early to put client and his family back on track financially. $215,000.00

Low Back Injury and Lost Wage Claim
$180,000.00

Injury

Middle aged client suffers low back injury following rear end collision. Medical bills totaling $72,000 with lost wage claim.

Challenge

Defense challenges the severity of the injury and course of treatment including fact that client returned to full time physical work for eight months before lower back condition deteriorated to point requiring surgery, L2-L3 discectomy.

Result

Personal injury suit filed after case referred to B&V by prior counsel who could not settle case. Pre-trial private mediation results in settlement. $180,000

What do I do if I was injured by an Uber Driver?

Uber and Lyft drivers are everywhere in Massachusetts. In fact, ride-hailing companies made almost 35 million trips in Boston during 2017.

Where there are drivers, there are accidents. So what should you do if you were injured by an Uber or Lyft driver?

There are 3 stages of insurance coverage for Uber and Lyft drivers:

  1. If the driver is not using the ride share app, then the driver’s personal insurance covers the incident.
  2. When the driver has turned on the app, before a ride is accepted, then the company (Uber or Lyft) provides bodily injury coverage up to $50,000 for one person, up to $100,000 per accident, and up to $25,000 for property damage caused to others.
  3. Once the driver has accepted a trip, the company provides coverage for up to $1 million per incident.

You can see a summary of these policies below:

When dealing with an auto accident, it is very important to involve an attorney early on in the process. Sometimes evidence exists, such as surveillance videos, which could be destroyed if they are not properly requested and promptly preserved.

Furthermore, Uber and Lyft have aggressive and experienced attorneys who want to minimize your claim. They may try to force you to accept facts which could hurt your case, or to settle for far less than the value of your claim, barring you from claiming any additional injuries or expenses. This is why it is best to have your attorney handle these matters for you.

Choosing your attorney is a very important decision. If your case is presented correctly, by a passionate and powerful attorney, you may be entitled to more than you estimated. Attorney Mike Bowser has been praised by judges and even opposing attorneys for his professionalism, preparation and presentation of his cases. He is not afraid to take your case to trial to get you the result that you deserve.

Injuries resulting from a car accident can lead to expensive medical bills and lost wages, as well as numerous lasting financial and emotional side effects. Sometimes, injuries appear days or weeks later. If you have been injured in a car accident and want to get the compensation you deserve, call Mike Bowser now! Bowser Law offers a free detailed consultation. We handle personal injury cases on a contingency fee basis, which means you don’t pay us until we recover money for you.

Clients have trusted us for car accident cases. Here are some examples:

1.5MM WRONGFUL DEATH CLAIM
$1,500,000.00

Injury

Sixty-five (65) year old client was struck and killed by a drunk driver who was also texting immediately prior to the collision.

Challenge

At the time of his death, the Decedent was retired and morbidly obese, with numerous serious health conditions. Therefore, the Decedent’s monetary loss and life expectancy were in contest and were major factors in assessing the value of the Decedent’s life. Toxicologist expert retained to determine true number of alcoholic drinks consumed by Defendant based on Blood Alcohol Content. Expertise of Drunk Driving Defense to successfully serve personal injury client.

Result

After a pre-litigation mediation, the Estate claim settled for $1,500,000.00. No prior offers.

Injured in Rear End Car Collision
$695,000.00

Injury

Healthy, active, 21 year old injured in rear end car collision. Client sustains back and neck injuries resulting in permanent nerve damage (occipital neuralgia) and recurrent debilitating headache. Client forced into honorable medical discharge from Army National Guard Unit, left with 6% whole person permanent impairment.

Challenge

Client settles initial personal injury claim against responsible driver for policy limits of $20,000 but his own insurance carrier will not make offer to compensate him under UNDERINSURED provisions of his own policy, carrier refuses to submit claim to arbitration and forces client to file suit to recover any portion of his own insurance policy.

Result

Jury trial proceeds in Hillsborough Superior Court, Nashua, NH (December 2009). Insurance carrier makes first offer of $40,000 at jury selection, increase offer to $60,000 at trial. Client rejects low offers well below his original demand, which is within the available remaining policy limits of $230,000. Jury returns verdict against insurance carrier of $695,000.

Lost Wages Due To Car Accident
$215,000.00

Injury

Broken arm (humorous bone), torn rotator cuff.

Challenge

Married father of two recently back to work following long period of unemployment. Driving home from work, sitting in traffic, he is struck from behind at high speed, resulting in broken humorous bone and torn rotator cuff. Due to personal injury, surgeries and recovery time, client unable to return to work and newly acquired job is lost.

Result

Rather than waiting for medical end-point to be reached before beginning settlement negotiations suit is filed immediately. Litigation proceeds quickly through discovery process to identify all available insurance coverage and the status of the defendant driver and his employer/corporation. Pre-trial personal injury settlement reached early to put client and his family back on track financially. $215,000.00

Low Back Injury and Lost Wage Claim
$180,000.00

Injury

Middle aged client suffers low back injury following rear end collision. Medical bills totaling $72,000 with lost wage claim.

Challenge

Defense challenges the severity of the injury and course of treatment including fact that client returned to full time physical work for eight months before lower back condition deteriorated to point requiring surgery, L2-L3 discectomy.

Result

Personal injury suit filed after case referred to B&V by prior counsel who could not settle case. Pre-trial private mediation results in settlement. $180,000