S 1205
An Act relative to controlling and abusive litigation
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Bill overview
This bill aims to address what its sponsors describe as ‘abusive litigation’ in Massachusetts. It seeks to establish procedures and potentially limitations on lawsuits that are deemed excessive, harassing, or without merit. The goal is to protect individuals and businesses from being subjected to litigation that is unduly burdensome or harmful. The legislation is currently under review by the Joint Committee on the Judiciary.
Key provisions
- Establishment of procedures for identifying and addressing abusive litigation.
- Potential limitations on the types of lawsuits considered abusive.
- Creation of a process for individuals to challenge lawsuits they believe are abusive.
- Possible requirements for plaintiffs to demonstrate a valid legal basis for their claims.
- Consideration of factors such as the history of litigation and the conduct of the parties involved.
- Potential for judicial oversight in cases involving abusive litigation.
Who is affected
- Individuals involved in lawsuits.
- Businesses involved in lawsuits.
- Attorneys representing plaintiffs and defendants.
- The judicial system in Massachusetts.
Notable changes
- The bill proposes changes to existing litigation procedures to specifically address abusive practices.
- It may introduce new standards for determining whether a lawsuit is abusive.
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Primary sponsor
Michael O. Moore
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Bill S.1205 194th (Current)
An Act relative to controlling and abusive litigation
By Mr. Moore, a petition (accompanied by bill, Senate, No. 1205) of Michael O. Moore, Joanne M. Comerford, Jacob R. Oliveira, Joan B. Lovely and other members of the Senate for legislation relative to controlling and abusive litigation. The Judiciary.
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Bill Information
Presenter: Michael O. Moore Status: Referred to Joint Committee on the Judiciary
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Displaying 7 actions for Bill S.1205
| Date | Branch | Action |
| 2/27/2025 | Senate | Referred to the committee on The Judiciary |
| 2/27/2025 | House | House concurred |
| 5/29/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 06/03/2025 from 01:00 PM-05:00 PM in A-2 |
| 10/20/2025 | Joint | Hearing scheduled for 06/03/2025 from 01:00 PM-09:00 PM in A-2 |
| 2/12/2026 | Senate | Reporting date extended to Monday March 2, 2026 |
| 2/26/2026 | Senate | Reporting date extended to Thursday April 2, 2026 |
| 3/30/2026 | Senate | Reporting date extended to Tuesday June 30, 2026 |
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