Police & Fire Vehicle Accident
& Line-of-Duty Injury Claims in Massachusetts
Serving clients throughout Massachusetts, including Boston, Worcester, and surrounding communities
Injured in the
line of Duty in Massachusetts?
Police officers and firefighters in Massachusetts face high-risk environments every day. Emergency response driving, high-speed pursuits, and fire ground operations expose first responders to serious risk of injury or death.
When an accident occurs in the line of duty, injured first responders may be entitled to workers’ compensation benefits, personal injury claims, and accidental disability retirement. At Sullivan & Hartley, we represent police officers, firefighters, and their families throughout Massachusetts in complex injury and disability claims.
Common Police &
Fire Line-of-Duty Accidents
We represent first responders injured in:
Police cruiser accidents during emergency response
Fire truck and
apparatus collisions
High-speed
pursuit crashes
Traffic control and roadside response incidents
Foot pursuits
and on-scene incidents
Road hazards, snow, and ice-related crashes
Line-of-duty
wrongful death cases
Common Injuries
to First Responders
Police officers and firefighters often suffer serious injuries, including:
Concussions and traumatic brain injuries
Spinal, neck, and back injuries
Shoulder, knee, and joint injuries
Burns and smoke inhalation injuries
Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
Fractures, lacerations, and soft tissue damage
Legal Options
After a Line-of-Duty Injury
Workers Compensation benefits
Personal injury claims (when third-party negligence is involved)
Accidental Disability Retirement Benefits
Wrongful death claims for surviving families
Depending on the circumstances, injured first responders may be eligible for multiple types of compensation, including:
What Compensation
May Include
Depending on the claim type, compensation may cover:
Medical expenses
Lost wages and overtime income
Future earning capacity
Pain and suffering (in personal injury claims)
Rehabilitation and long-term care
Loss of enjoyment of life
Why First Responders
Choose Sullivan & Hartley
We understand the demands and risks of police and fire service and provide:
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Experience with public safety injury claims
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Coordination of workers’ comp + disability retirement
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Strategic case evaluation for maximum recovery
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Support through hearings and appeals
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Dedicated representation for injured first responders
Third-Party Liability
in Emergency Vehicle Accidents
In some cases, additional claims may exist if another party contributed to the accident, such as:
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Negligent drivers
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Commercial vehicles
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Municipal roadway maintenance failures
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Defective vehicle or equipment manufacturers
These claims may allow recovery beyond workers’ compensation benefits.
