Nursing Home Abuse & Elder Abuse Lawsuit in Massachusetts

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Statute of Limitations

Massachusetts's personal injury SOL is 3 years (M.G.L. c. 260, § 2A). The Long Term Care Residents' Rights cause of action follows the same period. Wrongful death carries a 3-year SOL. Massachusetts's medical malpractice review process (M.G.L. c. 231, § 60B) may add procedural requirements for certain nursing home claims — consult local counsel.

3 years from date of injury or discovery

Massachusetts Data

Exposure in Massachusetts

Source: Massachusetts Department of Public Health, 2024

Source: Massachusetts Senior Care Association, 2024

Source: Genworth Cost of Care Survey, 2024

Medical Resources

Clinics & Specialists in Massachusetts

Boston Medical Center — Level I Trauma

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