Wellesley Car Accident Lawyer

Car Accident Lawyer Wellesley, MA

If you have been injured in a car accident in Wellesley, MA, you may be experiencing an overwhelming aftermath of physical recovery, financial strain, and pressure from insurance companies whose interests are not aligned with yours. Adjusters move quickly after an accident, and the offers they make in those early conversations rarely reflect the full value of a claim. Our Wellesley, MA car accident lawyer can handle the entire legal process on your behalf, and protect you from tactics that minimize your recovery. We’re here to pursue the compensation Massachusetts law entitles you to receive.

Fogelman Law LLC has been representing car accident victims and their families throughout Massachusetts since 2010. Our attorneys have taken cases from initial investigation through jury verdict, and we handle all car accident matters on a contingency fee basis. There are no legal fees unless we recover on your behalf, and consultations are free. Contact us today to book your consultation.

Why Choose Fogelman Law LLC for Car Accidents in Wellesley, MA?

A Litigation Record Built on Serious Car Accident Cases

Founding attorney Matthew J. Fogelman has been litigating personal injury cases in Massachusetts for over 23 years. He graduated from Boston College Law School in 2002 and has tried car accident and serious injury cases to verdict in Norfolk, Middlesex, and Suffolk Counties. His results include a $500,000 settlement for a woman who was rear-ended in a serious collision, trial verdicts against Liberty Mutual and State Farm in disputed car accident claims, and representation of families who lost loved ones in fatal crashes.

Partner Jeffrey Simons has 14 years of personal injury litigation experience and has been recognized as a Super Lawyers Rising Star each year from 2019 through 2025. Associate Jillian Dahrooge, admitted in Massachusetts, Rhode Island, and New Hampshire, has held that same recognition from 2023 through 2025.

As experienced car accident lawyers in Wellesley, we have helped clients recover millions of dollars across a broad range of collision cases.

Professional Affiliations and Peer Recognition

Matthew Fogelman currently serves as Vice President of the Massachusetts Association of Trial Attorneys (MATA). He is also a member of the Massachusetts Employment Lawyers Association. Jeffrey Simons is a MATA member as well. The leadership positions and organizational memberships our attorneys hold reflect a professional standing built through years of trial work on behalf of injured plaintiffs.

Contingency Fee Representation — No Fee Unless We Win

All car accident cases at our firm are handled on a contingency basis. Our fee is contingent on a recovery. If we do not obtain compensation for you, you owe us nothing. We believe that financial constraints should not determine who receives qualified legal representation after a serious accident.

What Our Clients Say

★★★★★

“Matt was a good listener, was open to our suggestions, and, in the end, negotiated well on our behalf. I would not hesitate to use Matt again or to recommend him to friends or family looking for representation.”

— John Wallace

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Types of Car Accident Cases We Handle in Wellesley

Our attorneys represent car accident victims in a wide variety of collision circumstances throughout Wellesley and the broader Norfolk County region.

• Rear-End Collisions. Among the most common accidents in Massachusetts, rear-end crashes can cause serious spinal, neck, and head injuries even at moderate speeds. Insurance companies frequently attempt to minimize these claims by characterizing injuries as minor or pre-existing. We have taken rear-end collision cases to trial and obtained verdicts when insurers refused to negotiate in good faith.
• Head-On and High-Speed Collisions. These crashes produce some of the most severe injuries seen in automobile litigation, including traumatic brain injury, spinal cord damage, and fatal outcomes. We have represented clients in catastrophic collision cases and understand the full scope of damages available under Massachusetts law.
• Drunk and Distracted Driver Accidents. When a driver’s impairment or inattention causes a crash, the injured party has a strong basis for a negligence claim. We build these cases with attention to the evidence that establishes fault clearly, including police reports, toxicology results, and electronic device data.
• Multi-Vehicle Accidents. Collisions involving three or more vehicles raise questions about which parties bear liability and in what proportion. Our attorneys are experienced in the investigation and litigation of complex multi-party accident cases. We address how multiple liable parties affect claim strategy and recovery.
• Hit-and-Run Accidents. When a driver flees after causing a collision, the injured person is not without options. Uninsured motorist coverage, witness identification, and traffic camera evidence can all be critical in these cases. We have handled hit-and-run collision claims and know how to pursue recovery when the at-fault driver cannot initially be identified.
• Wrongful Death. When a car accident takes a life, surviving family members may pursue a wrongful death claim under Massachusetts law. Our firm has represented the families of accident victims killed in collisions and understands the particular burdens these cases place on the people we represent.

Massachusetts Legal Requirements for Car Accident Claims

Massachusetts has a distinctive legal framework for automobile accident claims that differs from most other states. Understanding it before pursuing a claim is important.

Personal Injury Protection and the No-Fault System. Under M.G.L. c. 90, § 34M, Massachusetts operates as a no-fault state for automobile accidents. Every driver is required to carry Personal Injury Protection (PIP) coverage, which pays the first $8,000 in medical expenses and lost wages regardless of who caused the accident. To bring a tort claim against the at-fault driver for additional damages, an injured person must generally meet a defined threshold by either incurring medical expenses exceeding $2,000 or sustaining a serious injury such as a fracture, loss of sight or hearing, or permanent disfigurement.

Statute of Limitations. Under M.G.L. c. 260, § 2A, car accident injury claims must be filed within three years of the date of the accident. Missing that deadline forfeits the right to pursue a tort recovery entirely.

Comparative Negligence. Massachusetts applies a modified comparative negligence rule under M.G.L. c. 231, § 85. An injured party whose own fault exceeds 50 percent is barred from recovery. Below that threshold, any recovery is reduced proportionally by the plaintiff’s assigned percentage of fault. Because insurance companies routinely assign fault to the injured party to reduce their exposure, the investigation and presentation of your case carries significant weight. Additional guidance on Massachusetts car insurance requirements is available through the Massachusetts Division of Insurance.

What Damages Are Recoverable in a Wellesley Car Accident Case?

A successful car accident claim in Massachusetts can encompass several categories of compensation. The specific damages available depend on the severity of the injury, the circumstances of the collision, and the insurance coverage in place.

Economic Damages. These are the documented, calculable financial losses directly caused by the accident. Medical expenses are typically the largest component, covering emergency room care, surgery, hospitalization, diagnostic imaging, physical therapy, and any future medical treatment required as a result of the injury. Lost wages for time missed at work are also recoverable, as is diminished earning capacity for those whose injuries affect their long-term ability to work. In cases involving permanent disability or extended recovery, future economic damages can represent a substantial portion of the total claim. Our attorneys understand how liability insurance limits and underinsurance issues affect what is ultimately recoverable.

Non-Economic Damages. Massachusetts allows car accident victims to recover compensation for non-economic losses once the PIP threshold is met. These include physical pain and suffering, emotional distress, loss of enjoyment of life, and, where applicable, loss of consortium for affected spouses. There is no statutory cap on non-economic damages in most car accident cases in Massachusetts. The strength of the medical evidence and the quality of the presentation at negotiation or trial directly affect the value assigned to these damages.

Wrongful Death Damages. When a collision results in death, the estate and qualifying survivors may recover for the fair monetary value of the decedent’s life, lost financial support, funeral and burial costs, and, where the defendant’s conduct was reckless, punitive damages. Our attorneys also work to address lien reductions on settlements to ensure health insurers and government programs do not take an unreasonable share of any recovery.

Contact Fogelman Law LLC

If you or a family member has been seriously injured in a car accident in Wellesley or anywhere in Massachusetts, Fogelman Law LLC is prepared to review your case and provide an honest assessment of your options. Our attorneys handle car accident matters on a contingency fee basis, which means no legal fee unless we recover on your behalf. Consultations are free.

Car accident cases in Massachusetts benefit from early investigation, and evidence from the scene, the vehicles, and the responding officers can be critical. We encourage you not to delay. When you are ready, contact us to schedule your free consultation with our Wellesley car accident lawyer. We will assess the specific facts of your situation and advise you on how best to proceed.