Boston Personal Injury Attorney
Another person's act can lead to injury.
Injuries can happen on Boston roads, properties, and workplaces. Larson Law assists people across Boston and Suffolk County in reviewing rights and considering the next steps after negligence.
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Boston sees over 10 traffic deaths and hundreds of pedestrian and cyclist injuries each year.
Boston is one of the most densely trafficked cities in New England and one of only three Massachusetts cities – alongside Cambridge and Somerville – to have adopted a Vision Zero commitment to eliminating traffic deaths. Despite that commitment, the city’s own data confirms the scale of the ongoing injury problem. Boston.gov’s Vision Zero program acknowledges more than 10 fatalities, hundreds of pedestrian and cyclist injuries, and thousands of driver injuries on city streets every year. Since January 2023 alone, the Vision Zero Boston public crash map recorded 240 pedestrian crashes with six fatalities and 2,349 motor vehicle crashes with three fatalities, confirmed from apps.boston.gov/vision-zero. A Boston Region MPO analysis of MassDOT IMPACT data from 2018 to 2022 found that nearly 1,000 people are killed or seriously injured in crashes in the Boston region every year. Car accidents are only one piece of a larger picture. Slip and fall injuries, medical malpractice, dog bites, construction accidents, and product defects each account for significant injury claims filed in Boston courts every year. When any of those injuries was caused by someone else’s negligence, Massachusetts law gives you specific rights and a defined process to pursue them.
Larson Law handles personal injury claims across all of Boston and Suffolk County. If you were injured and want to understand what your claim may support, a Boston personal injury attorney can review your situation at no cost.
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Larson Law’s approach to personal injury claims
- We handle the full range of personal injury claims across Boston and all of Suffolk County
- We understand Massachusetts no-fault rules for car accidents and the thresholds that open the door to a pain and suffering claim
- We deal with insurers, property owners, employers, and institutions directly so you are not pressured into an early settlement
- We move quickly to preserve evidence before it disappears - crash footage, incident reports, and medical records all have short windows
- No fee unless we win your case
- No upfront costs
- Direct attorney access throughout - not a case manager
- Same-day visits to Boston if travel is not possible after your injuries
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Boston personal injury claims cover more ground than most people expect.
Personal injury law in Massachusetts covers any situation where someone’s negligence, recklessness, or intentional conduct causes harm to another person. These are the most common personal injury scenarios for Boston residents and visitors.
- Car accidents: Boston roads generate thousands of car injury crashes every year. Massachusetts is a no-fault state – your own PIP coverage pays first, but if your injuries cross the statutory threshold under MGL Ch. 231 Sec. 6D, a pain and suffering claim against the at-fault driver may be available. Boston’s Vision Zero high-crash corridors are documented in public data, and where your crash happened shapes what evidence may already exist to support your claim.
- Truck accidents: Commercial trucks operating on I-93, the Southeast Expressway, Route 1, and connecting Boston corridors are subject to federal FMCSA regulations. When a truck crash injures you in Boston, multiple parties may share liability – driver, carrier, loader, maintenance provider – and critical ELD and black box data can disappear within days if no legal hold letter is sent.
- Uber and Lyft accidents: Rideshare accidents in Boston require identifying which of three coverage phases applied at the moment of the crash under MGL Ch. 175 Sec. 228. That answer requires the rideshare company’s digital trip records, and those records need to be preserved quickly.
- Pedestrian accidents: Since January 2023, the Vision Zero Boston public crash map recorded 240 pedestrian crashes with six fatalities, confirmed from apps.boston.gov/vision-zero. Pedestrian injury claims in Boston include coverage for medical expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering, and wrongful death when a driver’s negligence causes a fatality.
- Slip and fall and premises liability: Property owners in Boston have a legal duty to maintain safe conditions for people lawfully on their premises. When a slip, trip, or fall causes injury because of a property owner’s failure to address a known hazard – ice, uneven surfaces, inadequate lighting, broken fixtures – a premises liability claim may be available.
- Wrongful death: When negligence causes a death in Boston, Massachusetts wrongful death law under MGL Ch. 229 gives the surviving family a path to accountability. The claim must be filed by the executor or administrator of the estate. The standard deadline is three years from the date of death, with a shorter two-year presentment period when a government entity was involved under MGL Ch. 258.
- Dog bites and animal attacks: Massachusetts has strict liability for dog bites under MGL Ch. 140 Sec. 155. Dog owners are liable for damages caused by their dog biting, injuring, or causing injury regardless of prior knowledge of viciousness. The only exceptions are when the injured person was trespassing or teasing the animal. A claim may be available against the dog owner’s homeowner’s or renter’s insurance.
Construction and workplace accidents: Boston’s ongoing development – from the Seaport District to the Fenway and South End – generates consistent construction accident risk. Workers’ compensation under MGL Ch. 152 is generally the exclusive remedy against a direct employer, but third-party claims against contractors, equipment manufacturers, or site managers whose negligence contributed to the injury remain available alongside workers’ comp.
Boston Personal Injury Law: Your Rights Under Massachusetts Law
Boston is one of the most densely populated cities in New England, with millions of residents, workers, students, and visitors moving through its neighborhoods, roadways, transit systems, and public spaces every day. This density creates a disproportionate risk of accidents — and when those accidents are caused by someone else’s negligence, Massachusetts law gives injured people the right to seek full compensation.
Massachusetts personal injury claims are governed by common law negligence principles and key statutory frameworks including MGL Chapter 231 (negligence and comparative fault), MGL Chapter 229 (wrongful death), and MGL Chapter 93A (consumer protection). Under Massachusetts law, a successful personal injury claim requires proving four elements: (1) the defendant owed you a duty of care; (2) the defendant breached that duty; (3) the breach caused your injury; and (4) you suffered actual damages as a result.
Massachusetts follows a modified comparative negligence rule — you can recover compensation as long as you were not more than 50% responsible for your own injuries. If you bear some fault, your recovery is reduced proportionally. The statute of limitations for most personal injury claims is three years from the date of injury under MGL Chapter 260, Section 2A.
Disclaimer: Statute of limitations rules can vary significantly by state, jurisdiction, and the specific type of claim. The information above is general in nature. Please consult a qualified attorney for advice specific to your situation.
Understanding these legal foundations is important, but applying them to your specific situation requires legal experience. Every accident involves unique facts, and the difference between a denied claim and fair compensation often comes down to how thoroughly your case is investigated and presented.
Types of Personal Injury Cases We Handle in Boston
Larson Law represents Boston injury victims across a wide range of accident types. Our practice covers:
Motor Vehicle Accidents: Car, truck, motorcycle, rideshare, and bicycle accidents are among the most common causes of serious injury in Boston. We handle both standard auto liability claims and cases involving commercial vehicles, uninsured drivers, and complex multi-party accidents on Boston’s congested roadways. Learn more about our Boston car accident practice.
Slip, Trip and Fall Accidents: Boston property owners — including the MBTA, the City of Boston, commercial landlords, and businesses — have a legal duty to maintain safe conditions for visitors. Icy sidewalks, uneven surfaces, wet floors, and poor lighting cause thousands of preventable injuries each year. Learn more about Boston slip and fall claims.
Traumatic Brain Injuries: TBIs are among the most life-altering injuries, affecting every aspect of a victim’s life from cognitive function to personality and relationships. We work with neurologists, neuropsychologists, and life care planners to build the most comprehensive TBI cases possible. Learn more about Boston brain injury claims.
Workers’ Compensation and Workplace Injuries: Boston workers in construction, healthcare, transportation, and dozens of other industries face daily injury risks. We handle both workers’ compensation claims and third-party workplace injury lawsuits. Learn more about Boston workers’ compensation.
Wrongful Death: When negligence claims a life, surviving families face both devastating loss and complex legal questions. Our Boston wrongful death attorneys help families secure the financial compensation they need while honoring their loved one’s memory. Learn more about Boston wrongful death claims.
Construction Accidents, Product Liability, Rideshare Accidents, Dog Bites, Assault and Battery, Scooter and Bicycle Accidents, Pedestrian Accidents, and more. Whatever the cause of your injury, we have the experience to handle your case effectively.
Why Boston Personal Injury Cases Are Different
Boston’s legal and physical landscape creates unique considerations in personal injury cases that attorneys unfamiliar with the city may miss. Our practice is built around deep knowledge of Boston’s specific environment and legal community.
Boston’s Traffic and Infrastructure: Legendary traffic congestion, an aging road network, active Big Dig legacy infrastructure, the MBTA system, and the city’s complex pedestrian and cyclist environment all create accident scenarios that require local knowledge to properly investigate and evaluate. We know Boston’s roads, intersections, and high-risk zones.
Suffolk County Courts: Personal injury cases involving Boston accidents are typically filed in Suffolk County Superior Court or the Boston Municipal Court. We have extensive experience litigating in Suffolk County and understand the local legal culture, judicial expectations, and jury dynamics that affect outcomes.
MBTA and Government Liability: Accidents involving the MBTA, City of Boston, or other Massachusetts government entities involve special rules, including shortened notice requirements and sovereign immunity considerations under MGL Chapter 258. Missing these deadlines can permanently bar your claim.
Boston’s University and Medical Community: Boston’s position as a global center for medicine and research means we have access to the best medical experts in the country to support our clients’ injury claims — and that we understand complex medical issues that arise in sophisticated injury cases.
How Larson Law Handles Your Boston Personal Injury Case
We believe that every client deserves to understand exactly how their case will be handled. Here is our approach from initial consultation through resolution:
Free Initial Consultation: We review the facts of your accident, assess liability, identify potential defendants, and give you an honest evaluation of your case — at no charge and with no obligation. Most clients come to us within days or weeks of their accident, but we can often help even if significant time has passed.
Thorough Investigation: We act quickly to preserve critical evidence: accident scene photographs, surveillance footage (which is often overwritten within days), witness statements, police reports, and any physical evidence related to your accident. In complex cases we retain accident reconstruction specialists, engineering experts, or medical experts to strengthen your claim.
Comprehensive Damages Documentation: Undervalued claims happen when damages aren’t fully documented. We work with your medical providers, employers, and where appropriate with vocational and economic experts to quantify every element of your damages — past and future medical costs, lost wages and earning capacity, pain and suffering, and more.
Aggressive Insurance Negotiation: We handle all communications with insurance adjusters, present a fully documented demand package, and negotiate from a position of strength. Insurers know we are prepared to litigate — which materially improves our settlement outcomes.
Trial-Ready Litigation: If the insurance company refuses to offer fair compensation, we file suit and see the case through to verdict if necessary. Our willingness to take cases to trial in Suffolk County Superior Court is not a bluff — it is the foundation of our negotiating strength.
Contingency Fee Representation: You pay nothing unless we win. Our fee is a percentage of your recovery, which means our interests are perfectly aligned with yours — the more we recover for you, the more we earn.
The legal framework behind a Boston personal injury claim.
Negligence is the foundation
Most personal injury claims in Massachusetts are built on negligence. To establish negligence, a claim must show that the defendant owed a duty of care to the injured person, that they breached that duty, that the breach caused the injury, and that the injury caused measurable damages. In Boston’s dense urban environment – where drivers, cyclists, pedestrians, property owners, businesses, and employers all interact daily – duty and breach are frequently well-established by the documented circumstances of the incident.
Massachusetts comparative fault
Massachusetts follows a modified comparative fault rule under MGL Ch. 231 Sec. 85. You may still be able to pursue compensation as long as your share of fault for the incident was less than 51 percent. If your fault is found to be 51 percent or more, recovery is barred. Below that threshold, compensation is reduced in proportion to your share of fault. Insurers in Boston routinely attempt to assign a higher share of fault to injured parties to reduce their exposure. Having legal representation means any fault determination reflects the actual evidence rather than the insurer’s preferred outcome.
The statute of limitations
Under MGL Ch. 260 Sec. 2A, the statute of limitations for personal injury claims in Massachusetts is three years from the date of the injury. Missing this deadline means losing the right to pursue compensation in court regardless of how clear the evidence is. For wrongful death claims, the three-year period runs from the date of death under MGL Ch. 229 Sec. 2. If a government entity – an MBTA bus, a city vehicle, or a state agency — was involved, the Massachusetts Tort Claims Act under MGL Ch. 258 Sec. 4 requires a separate written presentment within two years after the cause of action arose. Contacting a lawyer promptly after an injury protects both the legal deadline and the evidence.
Disclaimer: Statute of limitations rules can vary significantly by state, jurisdiction, and the specific type of claim. The information above is general in nature. Please consult a qualified attorney for advice specific to your situation.
What a personal injury claim may recover
Personal injury claims in Massachusetts may support recovery for medical bills and future treatment costs, lost wages and reduced earning capacity, pain and suffering, emotional distress, and loss of enjoyment of life. In wrongful death cases, recovery may also include funeral and burial costs, the financial value of the deceased’s services and support, and in cases of malicious or grossly negligent conduct, punitive damages. The specific categories available depend on the type of injury, the severity, and the circumstances of the negligence.
What a Boston personal injury claim may cover.
The scope of what your claim may support depends on your injuries, the circumstances of the negligence, and the insurance or assets available to the responsible party. We work through every applicable category so nothing is overlooked.
Medical Bills and Future Treatment Costs
Lost Wages and Earning Capacity
Wrongful Death Claims
Pain and Suffering
3 important steps to protect an injury claim
Get medical care and document everything
Go to Massachusetts General, Boston Medical Center, Brigham and Women's, or the nearest emergency facility. Get treatment and describe exactly how and where the injury happened - that connection in your medical record is essential. Photograph the scene and your injuries while details are fresh. Do not give a recorded statement to any insurer before speaking with a lawyer.
Get a free case review before evidence disappears
Crash footage, surveillance video, incident reports, and witness accounts all have short windows before they are overwritten or lost. Call us or fill in the form. An attorney will review what happened, explain which area of Massachusetts personal injury law applies, and tell you what to preserve and what to do next. No cost, no obligation.
We handle the legal process from here
If you move forward, we deal with all insurer and defendant communications, gather and preserve evidence, manage every legal deadline, and keep you updated throughout. Every case type - car accident, slip and fall, truck crash, wrongful death - follows a different evidence and deadline path, and we manage all of it. You focus on your recovery.
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Personal injury claims in Boston involve evidence that disappears fast, insurers who move quickly to limit claims, and legal deadlines that are shorter than most people realize. Tell us what happened and we will explain what Massachusetts law allows and what your next steps are.
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Larson Law handles the full range of personal injury cases across Boston and Massachusetts. For specific practice area pages, see the links below or visit our Massachusetts car accident lawyer page for car accident claims across the state.
Boston personal injury law - the questions we hear most.
How do I know if I have a personal injury claim in Boston?
A personal injury claim is available when someone else’s negligence, recklessness, or intentional conduct caused you measurable harm. The four elements that must be established are: duty (the defendant owed you a duty of care), breach (they failed to meet that duty), causation (their breach caused your injury), and damages (you suffered real harm as a result). In Boston’s dense urban environment – where car accidents, pedestrian crashes, slip and falls, and construction incidents happen daily – these elements are frequently present. The best way to assess whether your specific situation supports a claim is a free consultation with an attorney who can review the actual facts.
How long do I have to file a personal injury claim in Boston?
Under MGL Ch. 260 Sec. 2A, the general statute of limitations for personal injury claims in Massachusetts is three years from the date of the injury. There are important exceptions. For wrongful death, the three-year period runs from the date of death under MGL Ch. 229 Sec. 2. For claims against government entities – MBTA buses, city vehicles, state agencies – the Massachusetts Tort Claims Act under MGL Ch. 258 Sec. 4 requires a formal written presentment within two years after the cause of action arose, which is a separate and shorter deadline from the general limitation. For minors, the statute typically does not begin running until they turn 18. Contacting a lawyer promptly after an injury protects all of these deadlines.
Disclaimer: Statute of limitations rules can vary significantly by state, jurisdiction, and the specific type of claim. The information above is general in nature. Please consult a qualified attorney for advice specific to your situation.
What if I was partly at fault for the accident in Boston?
Massachusetts follows a modified comparative fault rule under MGL Ch. 231 Sec. 85. You may still pursue compensation as long as your share of fault was less than 51 percent. If your fault reaches 51 percent or more, recovery is barred. Below that threshold, compensation is reduced in proportion to your percentage of fault. Boston insurers routinely try to inflate the injured party’s share of fault to reduce their exposure. Having legal representation means any fault finding reflects the actual evidence rather than the insurer’s initial position.
What is the difference between a car accident claim and other personal injury claims in Boston?
Massachusetts is a no-fault state for car accidents. Under MGL Ch. 90 Sec. 34M, your own Personal Injury Protection coverage pays for initial medical expenses and a portion of lost wages after a car accident regardless of who caused it. PIP is the starting point for car accident claims. You can pursue a pain and suffering claim against the at-fault driver only if your injuries cross the statutory threshold under MGL Ch. 231 Sec. 6D. Other personal injury claims – slip and falls, dog bites, medical malpractice, construction accidents – are not subject to the no-fault system. They go directly to a fault-based negligence analysis from the start, which means your own insurance is not the first step.
Does it matter which part of Boston my injury happened in?
It can matter for identifying what evidence exists and where to file the case. Boston has distinct neighborhoods – Dorchester, South Boston, Back Bay, East Boston, Fenway, Roxbury, Hyde Park, Jamaica Plain, and others – each with their own police district response, MBTA presence, and documented crash or hazard history. The Suffolk County Superior Court in Boston and the various divisions of the Boston Municipal Court both handle civil personal injury claims from Suffolk County, depending on the amount in dispute. An attorney familiar with Boston’s court system and neighborhood-specific evidence sources can identify what applies to your specific situation.
What if my injury involved a government entity - an MBTA bus, a city truck, or a state vehicle?
Claims against government entities in Massachusetts are governed by the Massachusetts Tort Claims Act under MGL Ch. 258. Section 4 requires a formal written presentment to the relevant government entity within two years after the date the cause of action arose. This is a separate and shorter deadline from the general three-year statute of limitations. The government entity also benefits from certain immunity provisions and damages limitations under the Tort Claims Act. An attorney needs to assess whether and how those provisions apply to your specific situation, and the presentment letter must be sent promptly.
Disclaimer: Statute of limitations rules can vary significantly by state, jurisdiction, and the specific type of claim. The information above is general in nature. Please consult a qualified attorney for advice specific to your situation.
What does 'no fee unless we win' actually mean?
Personal injury lawyers in Massachusetts typically work on a contingency fee basis. That means the attorney’s fee is a percentage of the recovery – you pay nothing upfront and nothing at all if the case does not result in a recovery. The specific percentage varies by case type and when the case resolves. All terms are set out in a written retainer agreement before any representation begins. A free consultation – like the one Larson Law offers – is separate from engagement and carries no commitment.
What evidence is most important to preserve after a Boston personal injury?
The answer depends on the type of injury. For car accidents: photographs of the vehicles and crash site, the police report, witness contact information, and medical records linking the injury to the crash. For slip and falls: photographs of the hazard before it is repaired, a written incident report from the property owner, and surveillance footage before it is overwritten. For truck accidents: ELD records and black box data, which can be overwritten once the truck returns to service. For all cases: prompt medical treatment is critical – a medical record that links your injuries to the incident is the foundation of any claim. Do not give recorded statements to any insurer or defendant before speaking with a lawyer.
Can Larson Law handle my case if my injury happened in a Boston suburb rather than in the city?
Yes. Larson Law handles personal injury cases across Boston and all of greater Massachusetts. Whether the injury happened in Boston, Cambridge, Somerville, Quincy, Brockton, Lowell, Worcester, or anywhere else in the state, we can help. The specific facts of where the injury happened shape which courts, which statutes, and which evidence sources apply – all of which we assess in the initial free consultation.
Where are Boston personal injury cases filed in court?
Boston personal injury cases are filed based on the amount in dispute and the type of claim. The Boston Municipal Court handles smaller civil claims across Boston’s neighborhoods. The Suffolk County Superior Court in Boston, which serves Boston, Winthrop, Chelsea, and Revere, handles larger personal injury claims where the amount in dispute exceeds the BMC’s civil limit. Both courts are confirmed from mass.gov. An attorney can assess which court is appropriate for your specific claim.
Do I have a claim if I was injured on an MBTA train or bus in Boston?
Potentially yes, but with important differences from a standard car accident claim. The MBTA is a government entity, and claims against it are governed by the Massachusetts Tort Claims Act under MGL Ch. 258. A formal written presentment must be filed within two years after the cause of action arose — which is a separate and shorter deadline from the general three-year personal injury statute of limitations. The MBTA also benefits from certain immunity provisions and damages limitations under the Tort Claims Act. An attorney needs to assess how those provisions apply to your specific situation as early as possible.
Disclaimer: Statute of limitations rules can vary significantly by state, jurisdiction, and the specific type of claim. The information above is general in nature. Please consult a qualified attorney for advice specific to your situation.
What types of personal injury cases does Larson Law handle in Boston?
Larson Law handles car accidents, truck accidents, rideshare accidents, pedestrian accidents, slip and fall and premises liability claims, wrongful death, dog bite injuries, and construction and workplace accident third-party claims across Boston and all of Massachusetts. Each case type involves a distinct legal framework and different evidence requirements. A free initial consultation covers what applies to your specific situation and what your claim may support.
What is the difference between a personal injury claim and a lawsuit in Boston?
A personal injury claim typically refers to the process of seeking compensation from an insurance company through negotiation, without filing a formal lawsuit. Most personal injury cases in Massachusetts resolve at this stage. A personal injury lawsuit is filed in court when negotiations fail to produce a fair settlement and is necessary to preserve your legal rights before the statute of limitations expires. Filing a lawsuit does not mean your case will go to trial — the majority of cases still settle after suit is filed, often following discovery. Your attorney will advise you on when filing suit is appropriate and necessary.
Disclaimer: Statute of limitations rules can vary significantly by state, jurisdiction, and the specific type of claim. The information above is general in nature. Please consult a qualified attorney for advice specific to your situation.
Do I need a personal injury lawyer for a minor accident in Boston?
For truly minor accidents with minimal injuries that resolve quickly, you may be able to handle a claim yourself. However, what seems minor initially can turn out to be more serious — symptoms of concussion, soft tissue damage, and herniated discs often emerge days or weeks after an accident. Most personal injury attorneys, including Larson Law, offer free consultations, so there is no cost to getting a professional opinion. If your injuries required any medical treatment, missed work, or ongoing symptoms, it is worth speaking with an attorney before accepting any insurance settlement.
How does the MBTA affect personal injury claims in Boston?
Claims against the MBTA (Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority) involve specific procedural requirements under MGL Chapter 258, the Massachusetts Tort Claims Act. You must file a formal presentment letter with the MBTA within two years of your injury before you can file suit. The MBTA then has six months to respond. Missing the presentment deadline can permanently bar your claim. If you were injured on an MBTA bus, subway, or at an MBTA station, contact a Boston personal injury attorney immediately to ensure these deadlines are met.
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