Our Boston accident lawyers represent clients after crashes, workplace injuries, insurance disputes, and more, helping them recover the compensation they deserve.
Were you hurt in a car wreck, workplace accident, or any other injury in Boston? Massachusetts gives you three years from the date of the accident to file a claim under M.G.L. c. 260, § 2A. Massachusetts uses a modified comparative fault rule. If an insurer proves you were at least 51% at fault, they may try to block your recovery. Call Alexander Shunnarah Trial Attorneys for a free case review.
Massachusetts’s personal injury statute of limitations is three years. That deadline is set by M.G.L. c. 260, § 2A. If you miss it, even by one day, the court could dismiss your case entirely. Three years move fast when you’re managing medical bills and calls from insurance adjusters.
Massachusetts uses a modified comparative fault rule under M.G.L. c. 231, § 85. Fault in an accident could be split between more than one party. If your share is 50% or less, your recovery is reduced by that amount. But if an insurer pushes that number to 51% or higher, your claim may be barred entirely.
Adjusters use this tactic often. They’ll say that you were distracted or speeding. Our attorneys could challenge their narrative. We make sure the facts are presented clearly.
But what if your injury involved a city vehicle, or a hazard on a publicly maintained street? The Massachusetts Tort Claims Act applies under M.G.L. c. 258. Before you can sue a government entity, you must send a formal presentment letter. You have two years from the date of injury to send it.
If you miss that step, you could lose your claim, even if you’re still inside the three-year window. Talk to an attorney before deciding how to proceed.
Historic and vibrant, Boston attracts tourists year-round, along with its estimated population of 675,647 residents. According to data collected by MassDOT, more than 128,000 vehicle crashes happened in 2025 alone. Common culprits include Interstate 93 and the Massachusetts Turnpike.
Interstate 93 (I-93) runs straight through downtown Boston. It carries some of the heaviest traffic in the country. The road’s tight downtown segments and frequent on-ramp merges create terrible conditions. Rear-end crashes and multi-vehicle pile-ups happen regularly.
Stretching west across the state, the Massachusetts Turnpike (I-90) connects downtown Boston to Logan International Airport. The interchange where I-90 meets I-495 creates hundreds of crashes each year. Plus, drivers on the interstate deal with heavy commercial traffic, constant merging, and countless commuters. This creates the conditions for sideswipe and rear-end crashes throughout the day.
Evidence disappears quickly after a crash on any Boston road. You need a legal team you can trust.
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Our Boston office is located at 44 School Street, 6th Floor, Boston, MA 02108. Our team is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Reach us at 857-386-6665. There is no cost for an initial case review. We work on a contingency fee basis. You only pay if we win a settlement or verdict in your favor.
We Also Serve Clients Throughout Massachusetts
Boston is our Massachusetts office, but Alexander Shunnarah Trial Attorneys represents injured clients across the state. No matter where you were hurt in Massachusetts, our attorneys could help you navigate the legal aftermath.
Our Boston car accident and truck wreck attorneys handle cases throughout Suffolk County and across the Commonwealth. We also represent clients in wrongful death claims, catastrophic injury cases, and premises liability claims.
With 24 years in business, we’re proud to be the Boston law firm people count on for clear answers and dependable legal representation.
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Legal claims often involve questions about insurance, liability, deadlines, and compensation. Here are answers to some of the most common concerns individuals have before speaking with a Boston attorney.
Massachusetts is one of the few states that uses no-fault insurance. After a crash, your own policy pays for medical treatment and certain expenses, no matter who caused the accident. This helps cover care quickly, but the system has limits. If your injuries are serious or the costs go beyond what your policy allows, you may be able to bring a claim against the driver responsible. Our Boston accident lawyers can walk you through how the law applies and communicate directly with the insurance company, so you aren’t left paying for expenses that should be covered.
Absolutely. In Boston, property owners must take reasonable steps to keep sidewalks and buildings safe during winter weather. For example, if ice is left uncleared or walkways are unsafe, and someone is injured, the law may hold the owner responsible. These cases often depend on whether the owner acted within a reasonable timeframe to fix the hazard. Our injury attorneys can review what happened and explain your options for covering medical costs and other losses linked to the injury.
Yes. Mass tort cases allow many people harmed by the same drug or product to file claims together while still showing the harm each person experienced. This approach makes it possible to hold large companies accountable and often gives injured people more leverage than filing alone. Our attorneys track active mass tort cases across the country and help Boston clients take part when they qualify, making sure their injuries and financial losses are fully represented.
Great question. Most injury lawsuits in Massachusetts end in settlement rather than trial. Courts usually encourage both sides to resolve disputes this way, but many insurers start with offers that don’t reflect the real costs of an injury. A settlement is more likely to be fair when medical records and bills, as well as the personal impact of the injury, are clearly shown. Our firm can put this information together in a way that makes the full cost of the injury clear and fight for an agreement that covers those losses.
Not every injury case in Boston is decided by Massachusetts law alone. A truck accident on the highway may involve federal safety regulations, and a defective product claim may connect to nationwide consumer protection rules. These laws can affect how responsibility is proven and what compensation is available. An attorney who understands both state and federal systems can recognize where those rules apply and use them to build a stronger claim. For clients, that means a case is less likely to miss important details that could increase the value of a settlement or verdict.
