An Act to restore the statute of limitations for wrongful death claims
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- Introduced
- Passed House
- Passed Senate
- To Governor
- Became Law
Overview
This bill aims to restore the time limit for filing lawsuits seeking compensation for wrongful death. Currently, there are limitations on how long families have to pursue these claims, and this legislation seeks to remove or expand those limitations. The goal is to ensure that grieving families have a reasonable opportunity to seek justice after a loss of life due to another’s negligence or wrongdoing. This bill addresses the statute of limitations for wrongful death claims in Massachusetts.
Key provisions
- Restores the statute of limitations for wrongful death claims.
- Removes or expands existing time limits for filing such lawsuits.
- Applies to deaths resulting from negligence or wrongful acts.
- Specifically addresses claims related to loss of a loved one.
Who is affected
- Families of deceased individuals
- Legal representatives of families
- Potential plaintiffs in wrongful death lawsuits
- Defendants in wrongful death lawsuits
Notable changes
- Potentially expands the window for filing wrongful death lawsuits.
- May impact legal strategies and case outcomes.
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Primary sponsor
Jeffrey N. Roy
Cosponsor
Jeffrey N. Roy
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