Parker Scheer received top-tier designations in the Best Lawyers® “Best Law Firms”, 2026 edition. The firm was ranked “Tier 1” in the areas of personal injury litigation and product liability litigation, and was highly rated in the areas of health care litigation and medical malpractice law. All law firms included in the “Best Law Firms” […]
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Parker Scheer’s Susan Bourque was quoted in the Law360 article “Mass. Attys Split As Punitive Damages Rules Go To Top Court”
Parker Scheer Managing Partner, Susan Bourque, was quoted in an article about whether more safeguards are needed to cap runaway punitive damage awards following a $1 billion verdict against Philip Morris USA, Inc. Since the award was eventually reduced to $56 million after both sides suggested it was too high, Bourque argues that “the guardrails […]
Why You Might Need Auto Insurance Even If You Don’t Own a Car
Key Takeaways You don’t have to own a car to need auto insurance. If walking or cycling is your main mode of transportation and you don’t own a car, a non-owner auto insurance policy can be one of the most effective and overlooked ways to safeguard your health and financial stability. Non-owner policies cover people, […]
Massachusetts Car Insurance: Are You Really Fully Insured?
Key Takeaways: Massachusetts auto policies have 12 parts; only Parts 1–4 are compulsory These compulsory parts provide minimal coverage in the event you are responsible for the medical costs and pain and suffering of someone injured in a car accident, including limited coverage for yourself and family members You may be held financially responsible for […]
Eric J. Parker Inducted into Massachusetts Lawyers Weekly Hall of Fame
Parker Scheer is proud to announce that Firm Co-Founder and Senior Partner Eric J. Parker was inducted into the Massachusetts Lawyers Weekly Hall of Fame at today’s awards luncheon in Boston. The Hall of Fame recognizes Massachusetts lawyers who have practiced for 30 years or more and who have demonstrated exceptional professional achievement and service. […]