What Is the Statute of Limitations for Property Damage in Massachusetts?
In Massachusetts, the statute of limitations for property damage is generally 3 years under Mass. Gen. Laws c. 260, § 2A.
Property damage Deadlines in Massachusetts
How long do you have to file a property damage claim in Massachusetts?
In Massachusetts, the statute of limitations for property damage is generally 3 years under Mass. Gen. Laws c. 260, § 2A.
When does the clock start for property damage in Massachusetts?
Three years, on the same clock as personal injury.
Can the Massachusetts deadline for property damage be extended?
Claims arising out of improvements to real property run under § 2B instead, which carries both three and six-year provisions.
Is the deadline different if the claim is against the government in Massachusetts?
Often, yes. Presentment within 2 years under Mass. Gen. Laws c. 258, § 4. The Massachusetts Tort Claims Act requires a claim to be presented in writing to the executive officer of the public employer within two years of accrual, and suit to be commenced within three years. The presentment requirement is strictly enforced and must go…
How does Massachusetts compare to other states for property damage?
Massachusetts's 3 years is in the middle of the range nationally. Across the 51 jurisdictions with a verified figure, the deadline for property damage ranges from 2 years to 10 years, and 3 years is the most common. Compare all states →
What Does Property Damage Cover?
Situations that typically fall under the property damage deadline in Massachusetts:
