Boston Car Accident Lawyer Blog
Earlier this year, a report released by the Massachusetts Highway Department revealed that intersections in Boston, Brockon, Stoughton, Quincy, Braintree, and Abington are among the most dangerous in the state. The report was based on data compiled by the Massachusetts Registry of Motor Vehicles and covered motor vehicle accidents that occurred at intersections between 2005 and 2007.
State officials hope the information will help them plan construction projects and improve safety of Massachusetts roads. Some of the possible measures include widening certain roadways, adding turning lanes or additional traffic lights, or timing traffic signals differently.
While state officials say the report contains some inconsisencies due to communities reporting car crashes differently, the report gives them an overview of where accidents are occurring to help improve traffic safety.
Sources: Accidents waiting to happen, Boston Globe, November 15, 2009
Report: 2007 TOP CRASH LOCATIONS REPORT, Massachusetts Highway Department
Contact a Massachusetts auto accident lawyer if you or a family member has been injured in a car, bus, truck, or other type of accident.
