Massachussetts Personal Injury Protection Benefits

Anybody who is considering bringing a legal claim as a result of a car accident should note that their ability to pursue their claim will be limited by the statute of limitations of the jurisdiction where the accident occurred. In Massachusetts, that period is three years.

Other Massachusetts-Specific Information

Massachusetts Statutes of Limitations

* Personal Injury: 3 years from date of injury.
* Wrongful Death: 3 Years from date of death.
* Product Liability: 3 years from date of injury.
* Medical Malpractice: 3 years from date of malpractice.
* Motor Vehicle Hit and Run Actions: 3 years from date of action but not later than 3 years after occurrence of accident.

Massachusetts State Seat Belt Laws:
Secondary. A seatbelt is required for passengers older than 12 years in all seats.

Massachusetts State Helmet Laws:
In Massachusetts, all individuals riding or operating a motorcycle must wear a helmet at all times.

Massachusetts Dog Bite Laws:

In Massachusetts, a dog owner may be liable for damages caused by his/her dog when the dog bites or injures a person, but only if the injured person was not trespassing at the time of the bite or injury. Additionally a dog owner is probably not liable for injuries sustained by a person if that person provoked the dog, causing the dog to attack.

Personal Injury Protection Benefits

In the event you are injured in an auto accident in Massachusetts you should know that no-fault benefits can cover your personal losses regardless of who caused the accident. Called “Personal Injury Protection” (PIP) benefits, they cover 75% of lost wages up to $8,000.00, replacement services, death benefits and the first $2,000.00 in medical bills if you have medical insurance. In addition to PIP benefits, you can buy up to $25,000.00 in “Medical Payments” (Med Pay) coverage for a nominal amount. Med Pay benefits will pay for all the medical bills beyond the first $2000.00. Med Pay coverage will supplement your PIP coverage and health insurance benefits.

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