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Boston Personal Injury Lawyers
Serving Clients Throughout New England
Crowe & Harris, LLP recognizes that injured victims in Boston and throughout the Commonwealth of Massachusetts and New England have legal and personal needs that are different from those of business and corporate clients. We seek to meet those needs by providing our clients with not only a high-quality personal injury attorney, but also with individual attention and emotional support to help them through the difficult time that accompanies a serious injury or death in the family.
Our senior partners are personally involved in each case to make sure that each client gets the benefit of our many years of experience in representing injured victims. Our lawyers and nurses meet regularly to discuss the progress of each case and to plan strategies designed to maximize recovery for each client. Unlike large-volume personal injury firms, which adopt an impersonal, assembly-line attitude toward case preparation, our approach to each case is highly individualized and tailored to the specific facts of the case and the particular needs of the client.
Our Boston personal injury attorneys and team are just a phone call away. Contact us online or call (617) 404-3417 for a free consultation today.
How Our Boston Personal Injury Process Works
When you contact our firm after a car crash, a fall, or another serious accident, we start by learning the basic facts of what happened and the injuries you are facing. During this first conversation, a Boston Personal Injury Lawyer from our team can outline the general steps in a personal injury claim, from notifying insurance companies to gathering medical records and documenting your lost income. We also discuss important time limits under Massachusetts law so that you understand why it is important to act promptly, even while you are still in treatment. This early planning helps you know what information to keep, which bills to save, and how to communicate with insurers while we evaluate your options.
As your case moves forward, we investigate liability by obtaining police reports, speaking with witnesses, and, when appropriate, consulting with professionals who can explain how the incident occurred. At the same time, we track your medical care at local facilities such as Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, Lahey Hospital, or smaller community hospitals throughout New England to understand how your injuries may affect you in the future. Once we have a full picture of your situation, we prepare a detailed demand package that explains the fault, outlines your damages, and presents your claim to the insurance company. If a fair resolution is not reached through negotiation, we will talk with you about the process of filing a lawsuit in the appropriate Massachusetts court and what litigation would look like for you and your family.
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$1 Million $1 Million for Office Misfiling of Lab Test
The family of a 42-year-old man has received a settlement of $1 million—the defendant doctor’s entire insurance policy—as a result of his preventable death from colon cancer.
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$1 Million $1 Million Settlement for Brain Injury after Routine D&C
A 60-year-old woman who suffered a serious brain injury after a routine D&C has received a settlement of $1 million, the full amount of the anesthesiologist’s insurance coverage.
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$1 Million $1 Million Settlement for Complications of Cardiac Catheterization
A man who suffered bladder and bowel damage, along with mild cognitive difficulties, has settled his claims for $1 million against the cardiologist who performed a cardiac catheterization without checking his anticoagulation levels.
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$1 Million $1 Million Settlement for Death from Thrombocytopenia
The family of a 41-year-old woman who died from an abnormal bleeding condition, thrombocytopenia, has received a $1 million settlement from her doctors.
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$1 Million $1 Million Settlement for Failure to Prevent Suicide Where Physician Altered Medical Records
The husband and son of a 45-year-old woman who killed herself with a large knife will receive $1,000,000 from the family physician who was treating her for anxiety and depression.
Personal Injury Claims We Handle
Tragically, people can be harmed in a variety of ways by medical professionals. As such, we have made it our priority to have in-depth experience and knowledge in a variety of medical malpractice fields. Thus, we are prepared to help those who have been the victim of the following:
We Give Your Case the Attention It Deserves
Reviews & Testimonials
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"Extremely supportive and informative"
The Crowe & Harris team did a fantastic job helping us secure a very large settlement in our case. They were extremely ...
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"Great passion & professionalism"
My experience with Crowe & Harris was amazing! Our attorney fought for us with great passion and incredible professionalism. ...
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"Thank them from the bottom of my heart"
My husband retained Crowe & Harris, LLP for a malpractice case that unfortunately turned into a wrongful death case. I cannot ...
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"Simply stellar"
Crowe & Harris came to me as a recommendation for an infrequent case of medical malpractice. I could not possibly offer the ...
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"My life and my wife's life changed"
All I can say is my life and my wife's life changed after the experience with the service they provide. Thank you to the team ...
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"Very knowledgeable and experienced"
From the beginning of our experience to the end Florence Carey and her staff at Crowe and Harris maintained a professional ...
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"She fought for my family."
The attorney we had, Florence, is amazing. She fought for my family all the way until the end helping us get Justice.
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"My experience with Crowe & Harris was amazing!"
My experience with Crowe & Harris was amazing! Our attorney fought for us with great passion and incredible professionalism. ...
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Meet Our Team
Personal Injury FAQ
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I’m not the kind of person who likes to sue.Our clients don’t bring cases because they like it. They file claims because there’s been a serious injury or death caused by someone else’s negligence. This is usually the only way to get the compensation they deserve and need to care for themselves and their families. And it’s an important way to make sure that people and companies are held accountable for their negligence—so that the same thing doesn’t happen to someone else.
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I don’t have a lot of time to spare to meet with lawyers or gather evidence.Part of our job is to handle your case, so that you can focus on your day-to-day responsibilities. After the initial meeting, your personal involvement may be limited to a couple of hours or days during the case, and these will be scheduled with plenty of notice, at times that are convenient for you. In addition, we may ask you to collect things from around your house, like calendars, appointment cards, photographs or videos, phone or text messages, receipts, or other items connected to your case. We’ll talk with you about what to gather, and how to do it. And don’t worry if you haven’t saved everything or even anything at all. There are lots of different ways to get information.
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I don’t have the money to pay expensive attorney fees.You’re not alone - most of our clients couldn’t pay hourly rates. Crowe & Harris works on a contingent fee basis. That means that we will investigate the case at no charge, and if we think it has merit, we’ll advance the costs necessary to bring the case. You pay our fee and expenses only if we are able to get compensation for you. If the case isn’t successful, you pay nothing.
Damages That Can Be Recovered in a Personal Injury Case in Boston
It’s important to acknowledge that an injured party’s actual damages could be reduced or entirely eliminated if he or she is partially or mostly responsible for his or her own injuries. However, if someone else is more than 50 percent responsible for causing your injuries or loved one’s death, then you may be entitled to compensation under Massachusetts law.
Damages you could be compensated for include:
- Pain and suffering – for your emotional and physical trauma
- Medical bills – includes past and future medical expenses
- Lost wages – income lost from time spent away from work
- Punitive damages – designed to punish the defendant for misconduct
- Out-of-pocket expenses – costs such as transportation, medication, and assistive devices
Punitive damages are rare in medical malpractice suits because the vast majority of injuries in these types of cases were caused by error or simple negligence rather than intentional misconduct. If you have been injured as a result of medical error or negligence, you still have the right to seek compensatory damages. An experienced attorney can help identify the full range of losses that may be recoverable in your situation.
In a typical case, compensatory damages are based on the specific facts of your situation, including the severity of your injuries, how long your recovery is expected to take, and whether you will be able to return to your previous job or line of work. A Boston Personal Injury Attorney from our firm can review hospital records from facilities such as Massachusetts General Hospital or Boston Medical Center, speak with your treating providers, and work with financial professionals to understand the long-term impact of your injuries. By carefully documenting both current and future losses, we are better able to present a clear picture of how the accident has changed your life when dealing with insurance companies or presenting your claim in court.
The Crowe & Harris Difference
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A Boutique Law Firm Experience
You’ll know the names and faces of the people who are working on your case. We limit our case load and case type to ensure the best results for you and your loved ones.
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Cutting-Edge RepresentationWe use the latest technology and methods to ensure you have the best experience.
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The Right Resources for Your Case
We have 7 attorneys and 4 registered nurses who do nothing but serious personal injury cases.
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Known & Respected in the Profession
We have more than 100 years of combined experience and countless awards and recognitions from professional groups.