Personal Injury, Wrongful Death and Workers' Compensation Law Firm in Worcester, Massachusetts
The Law Offices of Joseph J. Cariglia, P.C.
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188 Lincoln Street Worcester, Massachusetts 01605 USA |
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(508) 762-4327
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(508) 754-1980
www.cariglia.com
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The Law Offices of Joseph J. Cariglia, P.C. is an experienced, dedicated law firm located in Worcester, Massachusetts. In 1961, attorney Joseph J. Cariglia founded this law firm to serve injury victims. Since that time, our firm has grown to include six attorneys and a large and capable staff.
The Law Offices of Joseph J. Cariglia has the resources to stand up to insurance companies and fight for your rights. We have developed our own computer system that manages and analyzes all of our cases. We have a seasoned and knowledgeable staff and a wide network of respected expert witnesses. We don’t back down. We are tough attorneys who will go the extra mile to get you the compensation you deserve — even if that means taking your case before a judge and jury. We have won numerous multimillion-dollar verdicts and settlements and are proud of our record of success.
Practice Areas
Additional Practice Areas: Jet Ski Accidents; Cell Phone Car Accidents; Commercial Vehicle Accidents; Dangerous and Defective Roadways; MBTA Accidents; Rear End Car Accidents; Uninsured and Underinsured Motorist; Emergency Room Errors; Delayed Treatment; Cancer Misdiagnosis; Ladder / Scaffolding Accidents; Vehicle Defects
Practice Areas Description
At The Law Offices of Joseph J. Cariglia, P.C. we provide legal representation and services in the following areas of practice:- Motor Vehicle Accidents
Motor vehicle accidents cause thousands of injuries and death every year. Many of these accidents are caused by negligence. Distracted driving, speeding, reckless driving, driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol, dangerous roads and vehicle defects can all cause accidents, injuries, and fatal crashes.
* Bike and Pedestrian Accidents
Sometimes, it feels like you are risking your life every time you cross the street. Distracted or aggressive drivers cause serious injuries to pedestrians and bicyclists in Worcester and throughout Massachusetts. If you were injured in a pedestrian accident or hurt in a car-bicycle accident, you should seek out an attorney with the experience to help you. At The Law Offices of Joseph J. Cariglia, P.C., our personal injury lawyers have represented victims of bicycle and pedestrian accidents for more than 45 years.
* Boat and Jet Ski Accidents
A serious accident can quickly turn a day at the lake into a tragedy. At The Law Offices of Joseph J. Cariglia, P.C., we represent people injured in boating accidents because someone else was careless, reckless or otherwise negligent. Our attorneys have represented clients who were injured in boating accidents on Lake Quinsigamond, Indian Lake and other bodies of water throughout central Massachusetts. We have won significant verdicts and settlements for clients in all kinds of boating accidents claims.
* Car Accidents
If you’ve been injured in a car accident, don’t delay in calling a lawyer, and don’t call just any lawyer. When you’ve been hurt in a car wreck, it can be tempting to settle the case yourself. That’s exactly what insurance adjusters want. They know that by settling yourself without an attorney you will get less money. You can make mistakes. Injuries like whiplash and back injuries can manifest themselves later on, after you’ve settled. Our top-notch Worcester car accident lawyers are some of the most respected personal injury attorneys in Massachusetts. We have helped people recover substantial settlements in car accident cases, including the largest liquor liability case in state history. How much did the insurance company end up paying? More than $6 million.
* Cell Phone Car Accidents
Many car accidents are caused by driver inattention. We've all seen drivers fiddling with radios, eating ice cream cones, even taking care of children while driving. Cell phone use is another dangerous distraction to well-meaning drivers. Over 200 million Americans use cell phones to stay connected, and that number is rising every day. Unfortunately, many people dial, send and read text messages, and return and make cell phone calls; this activity leads to careless driving. That convenience is costly in terms of serious head injuries, spinal cord injuries, broken bones, and death.
* Commercial Vehicle Accidents
At The Law Offices of Joseph J. Cariglia, P.C., our attorneys represent people who were injured by commercial vehicles as well as those who were injured on the job while driving a commercial vehicle. If you were driving a company vehicle as part of your job duties and were injured in an accident, we can help you receive workers' compensation benefits. Our lawyers will also analyze your case to determine if you may be able to receive additional compensation. If the injury was caused by someone other than another employee of your company, we may be able to file a lawsuit against that person or organization and recover financial compensation for your damages.
* Dangerous and Defective Roadways
Local governments in Worcester, Massachusetts are responsible for building and maintaining safe roads, highways, and bridges, while the federal government provides some of the funding. Maintenance and renovation funding often comes up short, so repairs and maintenance are delayed on more and more roads. Defective roadways often cause one-car crashes or rollovers, leaving you with head injuries, spinal cord injuries or catastrophic injuries. If you are injured, our attorneys work to hold negligent state and local governmental bodies responsible. We work for compensation from insurance companies and the municipality, so you can recover from your injuries.
* Drunk Driver Accidents
Alcohol is involved in more than 170 fatal car accidents in Massachusetts each year, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. Thousands of drivers and passengers are injured or killed because of drunk driving negligence. Bars or restaurants that continue to serve alcohol to a patron who is obviously intoxicated share responsibility for the damages and injuries if that driver causes an accident. Hosts of private parties where alcohol is served are responsible for similar damages and injuries. Even if the driver who injured you is not convicted of a DUI or DWI, you may still be able to obtain financial compensation in civil court for your medical bills, pain and suffering, property damage, and lost wages or income caused by drunk driving.
* MBTA Accidents
The Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA) operates buses, subways, commuter rails and ferries throughout the region. While it is safer to use public transportation than to drive your own car, MBTA accidents do happen. When they do, passengers, workers and bystanders are often seriously injured or killed. Our attorneys have won significant verdicts and settlements for MBTA accident victims for decades. We have the resources, knowledge and passion to help you recover the full amount of financial compensation you deserve.
* Motorcycle Accidents
We understand motorcyclists often have a bad reputation amongst drivers. Our experience is that motorcycle accidents are often the fault of the car or truck driver, not the driver of the motorcycle. When there is a bike crash, the injuries are usually serious. Drivers of cars and trucks often don't see motorcyclists, causing serious injuries and even a fatal crash. The lawyers at The Law Offices of Joseph J. Cariglia, P.C. in Worcester are serious when pursuing compensation, We obtain results, thanks to decades of combined experience, experienced investigators, and effective staff.
* Rear End car Accidents
Aggressive driving is just one of the causes of rear end collisions. Some drivers have the bad habit of passing quickly, then slamming on the brakes. Or someone attempts to run a red light, and runs into the rear end of your car. Using a cell phone or texting while driving also causes rear end collisions. So does tailgating-following too closely to stop in time. Some drivers are distracted, and don't keep their attention focused on the road. When the car ahead of them stops suddenly, they don't have enough time to react. Severe rear end collisions may cause a spinal cord injury, quadriplegia or even fatal accidents. That's where the lawyers of The Law Offices of Joseph J. Cariglia, P.C. can help.
* Truck Accidents
As Massachusetts truck accident attorneys, we can help people throughout Central Massachusetts who’ve suffered serious injuries when their car was hit by a big rig. Our firm has decades of combined experience fighting personal injury lawsuits, many involving trucks and car accidents on state highways like Route 290, Route 2 and Route 495. Our law firm has won numerous multi-million-dollar settlements involving car accidents and truck injuries. With our seasoned staff and a computer system we developed, we have the resources to target insurance companies and trucking companies to make sure they pay you for your scars, injuries, lost wages and pain and suffering. We can also help if a truck accident caused the wrongful death of a loved one.
* Uninsured and Underinsured Motorists
In Massachusetts, drivers are required by law to carry automobile insurance. If your car is hit by an uninsured motorist, it is very difficult to recover money damages on your own. You may have had a car accident with an underinsured motorist, which is another common circumstance. The underinsured motorist may carry a minimum amount of liability insurance, but not enough to cover the expenses of your accident, including: Medical expenses; Pain and suffering; Lost time at work; Repairs or replacement of your car; Wrongful death of a family member.
- Medical Malpractice
The medical malpractice attorneys at The Law Offices of Joseph J. Cariglia, P.C. represent victims of medical malpractice. Over the years, we have won significant verdicts and settlements in a wide range of medical malpractice claims, including those involving: Cancer misdiagnosis: Birth injuries: Surgical errors: Emergency room errors; Medication errors; Failure to diagnose; Delayed treatment. Medical malpractice claims are difficult cases. Not every personal injury law firm will handle them. One of the challenges involves finding a doctor willing to testify that another physician made a serious error. It's tough to crack the code of silence doctors have about their colleagues' negligence. But our lawyers have been doing it for more than 45 years.
- Nursing Home Negligence
At The Law Offices of Joseph J. Cariglia, P.C., our attorneys stand up and fight for victims of nursing home abuse and neglect, including those who have suffered due to: Malnutrition; Dehydration; Bedsores/pressure ulcers/decubitus ulcers; Falls; Inadequate staffing; Prescription errors; Overmedication or undermedication; Failure to provide medical care; Failure to prevent wandering or elopement; Unsanitary conditions. We are committed to helping our clients receive justice in nursing home negligence cases. We also know that by pursuing individual nursing home negligence claims, we can help make nursing homes and other long-term care facilities safer for everyone.
- Catastrophic Injuries
A catastrophic injury is one that is truly life-altering. Despite the best medical treatment and rehabilitation, the injury victim may never be the same person he or she was before the injury occurred. If someone else's negligence caused you to suffer a catastrophic injury, it is extremely important to seek out experienced legal representation. At The Law Offices of Joseph J. Cariglia, P.C., our attorneys have more than 45 years of experience representing catastrophic injury victims in Worcester and throughout central Massachusetts. You can depend on us to help you obtain the full amount of financial compensation you deserve in cases involving: Head and brain injury; Spinal cord injury; Burns; Electrocution; Internal injuries; Fractures; Paralysis; Amputation.
- Brain and Head Injuries
If someone else's negligence caused you to suffer a head or brain injury, you have a right to financial compensation for the damages you have suffered. At The Law Offices of Joseph J. Cariglia, P.C. in Worcester, Massachusetts, our personal injury lawyers have won significant verdicts and settlements for clients who have suffered all types of brain injuries, including: Traumatic brain injuries caused by a blow to the head strong enough to disrupt brain function. Car accidents, falls, getting hit by or against an object, violence and sports accidents are among the leading causes of traumatic brain injury; Hypoxic brain injuries that occur when the brain is deprived of adequate oxygen. Medical malpractice, birth injury, anesthesia malpractice and drowning accidents can all result in hypoxic brain injuries.
- Spinal Cord Injuries
At The Law Offices of Joseph J. Cariglia, P.C. in Worcester, Massachusetts, our attorneys have won significant verdicts and settlements for hundreds of clients suffering from spine or spinal cord injuries. We have the experience, determination and resources to help you get the financial compensation you deserve. Injuries to the spine can be debilitating and extremely painful. Surgery, including spinal fusion surgery, may be required. Even the best of medical care may not be able to restore your previous level of health. Our lawyers represent clients who have suffered injuries to the vertebra around the spine as well as to the discs between the vertebrae. If a herniated disc or bulging disc touches the spinal cord itself, nerve damage or paralysis may result.
- Work-Related Accidents
If you have been injured in an accident or are suffering with a work injury, you need an experienced lawyer to help you navigate through the confusing maze of compensation sources, including workers compensation. The lawyers at The Law Offices of Joseph J. Cariglia,P.C. know the system and fight for your right to compensation.
- Construction Accidents
Construction sites are dangerous places. Despite state and federal safety regulations, construction workers are regularly involved in accidents at jobsites throughout the state. If you have been injured in a construction accident, it is important to discuss your case with a lawyer who understands the construction industry and knows how to get results for you. At The Law Offices of Joseph J. Cariglia, P.C., our construction accident attorneys have decades of experience helping injury victims obtain just compensation for damages.
- Ladder and Scaffolding Accidents
One of the most important questions we ask people injured in ladder or scaffolding accidents is: "Were you injured while working?" If the answer to that question is yes, we will work to obtain the full amount of workers' compensation benefits you deserve. If you were not at work when the accident occurred, we will investigate to determine if we may be able to file a personal injury claim against the responsible (liable) party. This could include the ladder or scaffolding manufacturer or the company that erected the scaffold. Injured workers may also be able to pursue a personal injury claim if the person or organization that caused the injury was not their employer or a co-worker. We will carefully analyze your case to determine the approach that is right for you.
- Defective Products/Product Liability
Manufacturers cannot sell products that harm consumers. It's that simple. Yet, dangerous and defective products do harm to people all the time. From toys painted with lead paint to defective vehicle parts and children's products, dangerous and defective products seem to be everywhere. If you have been injured by a dangerous or defective product, you have a right to be compensated financially for the damages you have suffered. At The Law Offices of Joseph J. Cariglia, P.C., product liability attorneys will pursue financial compensation for your medical bills, pain and suffering, lost wages and property damage. You can rely on us for experienced legal representation that gets results.
- Workers' Compensation
An on-the-job accident can result in painful and disabling injuries and even wrongful death. How can you support yourself when you are too injured to work? The Massachusetts workers' compensation system exists to help injured workers provide for themselves and their families. Workers' compensation benefits include: Medical benefits; Wage benefits; Permanent and total incapacity benefits; Permanent loss of function and disfigurement benefits; Vocational rehabilitation; Survivors’/dependents’ benefits; Burial expenses. Our lawyers can help you get the financial compensation you deserve for your workplace injuries. Whether you were injured in an accident or developed an injury over time, if it occurred while you were at work, you should speak to a lawyer about workers' compensation.
- Wrongful Death
The loss of a loved one can be devastating. It can be even worse when someone else’s negligence is the reason why he or she is no longer with us. Our lawyers are tough serious injury attorneys who’ve been taking on wrongful death cases for decades. We have skills in a wide range of personal injury cases, including car accidents, medical malpractice, slip and fall injuries, dog bites and product liability. Any of these cases can lead to a wrongful death lawsuit. Our Massachusetts wrongful death lawyers work hard for their clients and aren’t intimidated by big companies or tough challenges. Our firm will look at your case thoroughly. We will ensure that your family and the surviving beneficiaries will be compensated for the loss of anticipated wages, funeral expenses, medical expenses, pain and suffering and mental anguish. While we know that won’t compensate for the loss of a loved one, it will help ensure the same thing doesn’t happen again.
- Slip and Fall
hopping or just walking down the street can be hazardous to your health. You can hurt your back or your hip and be out of work for months or even years. Don’t wait to get a lawyer if you’ve fallen on a slippery floor or a local sidewalk. The Massachusetts Slip and Fall Attorneys at Joseph J. Cariglia know the state’s law. They know when a business owner or a municipality is negligent. They know the rules involving slip and fall accidents and can ensure that you get paid for your medical bills and compensated for lost time at work. Our law firm handles thousands of personal injury cases at any one time. We have an experienced staff and the resources to take on big insurance companies who don’t want to pay you for your injuries. We will fight on your side, and we fight to win.
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Mr. Joseph J. Cariglia
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