Infant Among Two Evaluated After Three-Car Wreck on I-93 in Braintree, MA

Braintree, MA (June 10, 2026) – An infant and an adult were evaluated by emergency crews on Wednesday morning, June 10, following a three-car crash on I-93 northbound near the Braintree Split. 

Fire personnel took command of the incident and provided aid to the two patients. Details regarding the victims' identities and the extent of their injuries were not immediately available in the preliminary report. 

The investigation remains ongoing. 

We hope all those involved are safe and receive any care they need.

What Should Parents Know After an Infant Is Involved in a Crash in Braintree, MA?

When an infant is involved in a crash, parents should take two immediate steps as early as possible: ensuring the child receives a thorough medical evaluation and contacting a personal injury attorney to understand what legal options may be available.

Infants cannot communicate pain or discomfort the way older children and adults can, which makes a comprehensive medical assessment especially important after any crash, even if the child appears uninjured at the scene. In Massachusetts, personal injury claims on behalf of injured minors follow specific legal procedures that differ from standard adult claims, and getting legal guidance early helps ensure that no critical steps or deadlines are missed.

On the medical side, the forces involved in a crash are capable of causing injuries to an infant that may not be immediately visible. Head trauma, soft tissue stress, and internal injuries are among the conditions that can affect very young children in a vehicle collision, and some of these conditions may not produce clear symptoms for hours afterward. 

Even when an infant appears calm and responsive at the scene, a full pediatric evaluation following the crash is strongly recommended, and any emerging symptoms in the days that follow should be documented and assessed by a medical professional as promptly as possible. The medical record created through consistent and thorough follow-up care forms a critical foundation for any legal claim later pursued on the child's behalf.

On the legal side, parents should be aware that any settlement reached on behalf of a minor in Massachusetts requires court approval to ensure the child's long-term interests are fully protected. This requirement exists specifically to prevent injured children from being undercompensated, particularly in cases where the full consequences of early childhood injuries may not be understood for some time.

A Massachusetts personal injury attorney may be able to help parents navigate this process, identify all applicable insurance coverage across the multiple vehicles involved, and ensure that any resolution reached accounts for both the immediate and future needs of the child. 

Unsure of your next steps after a Massachusetts car accident? Knowing how to approach medical documentation and insurance rules isn't always straightforward. The team at Fiorentino Legal, P.C. is here to cut through the confusion and help you stay on track from day one.

Call Attorney Christopher Fiorentino at (617) 990-2568 today to discuss your legal options. 

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