Massachusetts Medical Malpractice Law at a Glance
Statute of Limitations
3 years from discovery, 7-year repose
Discovery Rule
3 years from discovery
Damage Cap
$500,000
Key Statute
MA medical malpractice law
State-specific statutes and case law govern filing deadlines and damage limitations.
Filing Exceptions & Tolling Provisions in Massachusetts
The following exceptions may extend or modify the standard filing deadline in Massachusetts:
- Foreign object exempt from repose
- Minors under 6: file until 9th birthday
- Tribunal review required
Medical Malpractice in Massachusetts
No notable verdicts are currently in our database for Massachusetts. This does not mean cases are not being filed — Massachusetts has an active medical malpractice docket. Contact us for information about recent cases in your jurisdiction.
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