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Massachusetts — Statute of Limitations

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Statute of limitations for government tort claim

Mass. Gen. Laws ch. 260, § 2A

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Government Tort Claim Statute Of Limitations in Massachusetts

The Massachusetts statute of limitations for government tort claims is governed by Mass. Gen. Laws ch. 260, § 2A, which establishes a three-year period for bringing such actions. This statute applies to claims against the Commonwealth, its municipalities, and other public entities, requiring that any tort claim be commenced within three years from the date the cause of action accrues. The official source for this rule is available through the Massachusetts Legislature’s website. The example below illustrates how this three-year period operates in a standard scenario. To estimate a specific deadline for a particular claim, the DocketMath calculator can provide a result based on the relevant dates.

Governing authority

In Massachusetts, the statute of limitations rule is set by Mass. Gen. Laws ch. 260, § 2A. The verified packet cites Mass. Gen. Laws ch. 260, § 2A (https://malegislature.gov/Laws/GeneralLaws/PartIII/TitleV/Chapter260/Section2A).

Deadline example

For a Massachusetts government tort claim limitations check, use the verified limitations period from the current rule packet: 3 years. The authority packet cites Mass. Gen. Laws ch. 260, § 2A (https://malegislature.gov/Laws/GeneralLaws/PartIII/TitleV/Chapter260/Section2A).

Example inputs:

• Accrual date: 2024-04-25
• Filing date checked: 2026-04-25

Calculation:

• Start with the accrual date.
• Add 3 years.
• The example deadline is 2027-04-25.

This example is generated from the verified facts packet rather than freeform prose. Confirm tolling, discovery rules, and claim-specific exceptions before relying on the date.

Estimate your own result: every situation has exceptions that can change the outcome. Use the government tort claim statute of limitations calculator to estimate your specific figure.

This page provides general legal information and calculation tools, not legal advice. DocketMath is not a law firm and does not provide legal representation, and using this site does not create an attorney-client relationship. Laws change and exceptions apply, so deadlines and amounts specific to your situation should be confirmed with a licensed attorney in your jurisdiction.