Driver of stolen car causes accident, flees scene
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...
Woman driving without license hits and kills 2 bicyclists
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...
1 dead after 7-car pileup in Massachusetts
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...
Massachusetts car accident leaves 1 dead, 2 seriously injured
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...
35 injured in 65-car-pileup in Massachusetts
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...
Drunk driver sentenced to 5 to 15 years after fatal crash
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...
3 injured in Massachusetts car accident
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...
Restraining pets in car can lower distractions
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...