Trantolo & Trantolo, LLC can help if you or your loved one suffered injuries in a car accident. We have decades of experience negotiating with insurance companies. Our attorneys know all the tactics they use and how to fight back. We will not settle for less and will do whatever it takes to secure full and fair compensation for your losses.
Our Holyoke personal injury lawyers take cases on a contingency fee basis, so working with us costs you nothing upfront or out of pocket. We have the skills and resources to take on the most complex cases. Call today for your free consultation.
We Have Over 85 Years of Experience
At Trantolo & Trantolo, LLC we help injured people get compensation after an accident. Personal injury law is all we do, and we have over 85 years of experience we can put behind fighting for the money you need and deserve.
Our award-winning team will be with you through every step of your Holyoke car accident case. We offer 24/7 legal support and will do everything possible to relieve your legal burden so you can concentrate on your health and get your life back on track. Our law firm can:
- Build your claim. A lot of work goes into constructing a robust car accident case, and you already have a lot on your plate. We can investigate the collision, identify liable parties, establish negligence, and do whatever else is necessary to prove your claim for compensation.
- Handle case details. You will never have to worry about case-related details when you become our client. Our attorneys will draft and file insurance claims and legal paperwork, track and manage deadlines, and handle case-related communications.
- Act as your advocate and ally. Insurance companies, even your own no-fault insurance provider, are concerned with their profits, not your best interests. Our lawyers will aggressively negotiate on your behalf. We will review settlement offers, reject lowball payments, defend you from pressure and bad-faith tactics, and tirelessly pursue the maximum compensation you deserve. If we cannot resolve your issue with an insurance settlement, we will not hesitate to prepare your case for civil court and represent you at trial if necessary.
We are ready to assist you if you were in a motor vehicle accident. Our Holyoke car accident attorneys represent clients injured in:
- Head-on collisions
- Rear-end collisions
- Rollover accidents
- Sideswipe accidents
- Broadside or “T-bone” collisions
- Drunk driving accidents
- Speeding accidents
- Texting and driving accidents
- Truck accidents
- Motorcycle accidents
- Pedestrian and bicycle accidents
Trantolo & Trantolo, LLC Gets Results
Our firm has a proven track record of success. We have recovered millions of dollars for personal injury clients. Some of our notable car accident case results include:
- A $7.9 million settlement after a week of trial for a client who suffered a brain injury after a police cruiser broadsided their vehicle
- A $1.5 million settlement for a client who suffered multiple injuries in a single-vehicle accident
- A $1.3 mediated settlement for a client who suffered injuries in a rollover accident caused by a motorist who was texting and driving
- A $900,000 settlement for a client who suffered severe injuries in a rear-end collision caused by a careless driver with defective brakes
Client Service is at the Center of Everything We Do
We care about winning your case because we genuinely care about our clients’ futures. We know you have a lot of choices when hiring a lawyer, and we do not take your trust in us lightly. We strive to treat everyone who seeks our help with compassion, respect, and the personalized legal services they deserve.
Our client testimonials reflect our values. Just read what a previous car accident client had to say:
“I recently had the misfortune of being involved in a car accident, which was an overwhelming experience. Thankfully, I contacted Trantolo & Trantolo, LLC for legal assistance. From the onset, the support and professionalism I received were nothing short of remarkable…Thanks to their efforts, the resolution of my case far exceeded my expectations. I am profoundly grateful for their support and highly recommend Trantolo & Trantolo, LLC to anyone needing exceptional legal representation.” – Y.M.
Recoverable Holyoke Car Accident Damages
Massachusetts is a no-fault insurance state, which means you must first turn to your personal injury protection (PIP) policy for compensation after a car accident, regardless of fault for the crash. You may also be able to recover damages from an at-fault party.
Our Holyoke car accident lawyers can help you pursue compensation via the following options:
No-Fault Insurance Benefits
According to the Massachusetts Division of Insurance (DOI), drivers must have $8,000 in PIP insurance. PIP pays for the following, up to the policy limit, after a collision, no matter who is liable:
- Medical bills, including all reasonable and necessary treatment, such as emergency services, surgeries, hospital and doctor fees, physical therapy, rehabilitation, and nursing
- Up to 75 percent of your lost income if you cannot work due to your injuries
- Replacement services, including assistance with cooking, cleaning, and household chores
Compensation from an At-Fault Party
If a negligent driver caused the car accident, you may qualify to step outside the no-fault system and seek compensation with a claim against their auto liability insurance or via a personal injury lawsuit.
According to Mass. Gen. Laws ch. 231 § 6D, you can pursue damages from a liable party if you suffered a permanent, disabling, or disfiguring injury or have over $2,000 in medical expenses.
The compensation you can recover from a claim against an at-fault driver includes:
- Medical expenses, including costs not covered by or exceeding your PIP insurance
- Lost income, including the total value of your lost wages (not just 75 percent), future lost income, and reduced earning capacity
- Pain and suffering, including monetary awards for chronic and severe pain, scarring, disfigurement, loss of mobility, loss of a body part or bodily function, mental anguish, emotional distress, and reduced quality of life
- Wrongful death of a loved one, including medical costs, funeral and burial expenses, your loved one’s conscious pain and suffering, and loss of your loved one’s income, care, services, protection, and counsel.
Proving Car Accident Liability
If you are eligible to take action against a liable driver, you must prove their negligent actions caused the crash. Negligent driving includes:
- Speeding
- Tailgating
- Failing to yield
- Failing to obey traffic signs and signals
- Making illegal or improper turns
- Illegal or improper passing
- Driving drunk or under the influence of drugs
- Texting and driving
- Distracted driving
- Careless, reckless, or aggressive driving (“road rage”)
Sometimes, negligent road conditions, vehicle maintenance, or mechanical issues cause collisions. If these factors contributed to the crash, we can pursue compensation from a liable property owner, mechanic, or manufacturer.
We Will Gather Evidence and Use it to Support Your Case
You must support your claim for compensation with evidence proving fault. Our Holyoke car accident lawyers can:
- Visit the accident scene, collect physical debris and evidence, and take photographs and videos
- Locate and interview eyewitnesses
- Obtain available surveillance, traffic camera, dashcam, or cell phone footage of the accident
- Obtain police reports and medical records
- Hire and consult with case experts, including crash reconstructionists and medical professionals
You Have a Limited Time to File a Car Accident Lawsuit
You should contact your PIP insurance provider and file liability insurance claims as soon as possible after the accident. Doing so will ensure you meet the deadlines stated in the applicable policies.
If you must pursue a personal injury lawsuit to recover full and fair compensation, Mass. Gen. Laws ch. 260 § 2A allows three years to file a case. If the statute of limitations expires, the court will likely bar you from taking action, even if you have solid proof of negligence.
Holyoke, MA, Car Accident Statistics
According to the Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT), there were two fatal crashes, 33 serious injury accidents, and 221 collisions resulting in minor injuries in Holyoke in 2023.
MassDOT also reports that these intersections are the most dangerous in the city:
- Resnic Boulevard and Maple Street
- Lower Westfield Road and the Lower Westfield Road to Route 91 southbound ramp
- Dwight Street and Race Street
- Cabot Street and Main Street
- High Street and Cabot Street
If you suffered injuries in an accident at one of these intersections or anywhere in Holyoke, our team is ready to help you seek damages. We will help you navigate your case and move your life forward.
Contact Trantolo & Trantolo, LLC About Your Holyoke Car Accident
Let us help you and your family secure the resources you need to pay for your medical treatment and other accident-related losses.
Our Holyoke car accident attorneys can take your case on contingency. You do not pay attorney fees unless and until we obtain compensation. Call us today for a free consultation and connect with a lawyer near you.