The Law Office of Timothy J. Murphy

Areas of Practice

Car, Motorcycle & Bicycle Accidents

Many of us live with a false sense of security. We commute to work, to school, and to conduct the business of daily life, assuming that in the event of an accident our insurance will cover the medical bills if we're hurt, protect us financially if we hurt someone else, and insure the vehicle that represents a substantial investment of our hard-earned money. Then an accident happens, and we discover the insurance industry does not feel obligated to pay our claims. Sometimes it takes a fight to get the coverage we're owed.

Motor Vehicle Accidents\Motor Vehicle, Truck, and Bus Collisions

With more than one quarter of Americans having been involved in an accident
in the last five years, it's no surprise that vehicles are the cause of
wrongful injury and death for so many. Every day, cars, trucks, and buses crash on the streets and highways in and around the Merrimack Valley and throughout Massachusetts. All too often,
auto accidents are the result of recklessness or carelessness on one
driver's part. Driver liability for crashes can involve such irresponsible
actions as:

• Speeding
• Running red lights
• Sudden lane changes
• Sudden starting and stopping
• Sudden door opening
• Illegal u-turns
• Failure to yield right-of-way
• Unsecured loads
• Inattentiveness
• Fatigue
• Drunk driving

Premises Liability

At the Law Office of Timothy J. Murphy, we provide highly effective representation for those who have been injured or harmed as the result of unsafe property, building code violations or negligent security. We handle cases for a wide variety of premises, from residential homes, factories and workplaces to public areas and construction sites. And whether the cause is from natural conditions of the property or conditions created by an owner, landlord or occupant, we have the experience and resources to serve as a powerful advocate for clients who deserve just compensation for current and future medical bills and any loss of earnings

Slip, Trip, and Fall

Property owners are required by law to keep their premises safe for
passers-by and visitors. This includes sidewalks in residential
neighborhoods; the government also has a responsibility to keep
roadways and sidewalks free of hazards. If the government and/or private
property owners do not keep their premises clear of dangers, serious
injuries can result. Law Office of Timothy J. Murphy can help the people of
the Merrimack Valley with premises liability cases involving any issue,
including:

• Slippery or uneven sidewalks, cobblestones, or pavement
• Potholes
• Steeply sloping driveways
• Slippery floor surfaces or floor coverings
• Oil, grease, water, liquids, or food on the floor
• Uneven stairs or inadequate stair rails
• Tree roots, cords, or wires on the ground
• Blocked store aisles
• Falling objects
• Bridge construction hazards, including falling debris
• Unsafe balconies or railings
• Poor lighting

Animal Attacks / Dog Bites

Animal attacks can be frightening, and can result in serious injuries including severe cuts and abrasions, lost eyes, and permanent disfigurement and scarring. The dog bite attorneys of the Law Office of Timothy J. Murphy Firm will fight for plaintiffs injured by animal attacks and dog bites, including pit bull attacks.

Our law firm has the experience and the resources to establish pet-owner negligence, and to bring full and fair jury verdicts and insurance settlements to compensate for immediate and future medical care, plastic surgery, lost wages, and lost earning potential.

Under Massachusetts law, dog owners are liable for damages related to many injuries resulting from dog bites. The law covers anyone bitten by the dog in a public place or while lawfully in a private place, including the dog owner's property. It does not matter whether or not the dog has any previous history of vicious behavior.