A car accident can change your life in seconds. At Castel & Hall LLP, our Massachusetts car accident lawyers are here to guide you through the legal process and fight for the compensation you need to recover. From medical bills and car repairs to lost wages and pain and suffering, we handle every part of your claim. Massachusetts is a no-fault insurance state, meaning your own Personal Injury Protection (PIP) coverage pays initial medical expenses after a crash. But when injuries are serious or costs exceed PIP limits, you have the right to bring a lawsuit against the at-fault driver. Our team knows how to handle these cases and will fight for maximum recovery.
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Your PIP coverage pays first, but serious injuries may allow claims against the at-fault driver.
Yes, as long as you were less than 51% responsible under Massachusetts law.
Yes. Insurance companies rarely offer full value at first. An attorney ensures your rights are protected.
Document everything: photos of vehicles, plates, intersection signage, and injuries; exchange info; identify witnesses; file a police report (especially in Boston, Worcester, or along I-90/I-93 corridors); notify your insurer; and get medical care—even for “minor” pain that often worsens.
Personal Injury Protection (PIP) generally covers up to $8,000 of medical bills/lost wages regardless of fault (coordination with health insurance can affect limits). To recover for pain and suffering, your case must meet the tort threshold (e.g., at least $2,000 in reasonable medical expenses or certain serious injuries).
Uninsured/underinsured motorist (UM/UIM) coverage on your policy can step in. Promptly report hit-and-run incidents to police and your insurer to preserve UM rights.
Yes, under Massachusetts comparative negligence you can recover as long as you are not more at fault than the other party (51% bar). Your recovery is reduced by your percentage of fault.
Rideshare liability depends on the driver’s app status. When a ride is accepted or in progress, higher commercial limits may apply. Evidence (app logs, trip data) needs to be preserved quickly.
Generally three years from the accident to file a lawsuit. Evidence (vehicle data, nearby cameras on the Pike or local intersections) is time-sensitive, so start investigation early.
If you’ve been injured in a car accident, don’t try to take on the insurance company alone. Castel & Hall LLP is here to help you every step of the way.