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MA H1229
MA H1229Permitting persons to bring car damage arising from a pothole against the public entity into small claims court
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Introduced
01/20/2015
01/20/2015
In Committee
01/20/2015
01/20/2015
Crossed Over
Passed
Dead
07/31/2016
07/31/2016
Introduced Session
189th General Court
Bill Summary
For legislation to authorize the filing for damages in small claims court against a public entity arising from a pothole under the jurisdiction of said entity. The Judiciary.
AI Summary
This bill proposes to amend Section 3 of Chapter 258 of the General Laws, which deals with claims against public entities, by adding an exception that allows individuals to bring claims for damage to their motor vehicle's tire, rim, or both, if caused by a state, county, or municipal roadway, into small claims court, specifically under sections 21 to 25 of chapter 218 of the General Laws. Small claims court is a simplified legal process designed for resolving disputes involving smaller amounts of money, making it more accessible for individuals to seek compensation for damages like those caused by potholes without needing to hire an attorney.
Committee Categories
Justice
Sponsors (1)
Last Action
Accompanied a study order, see H4706 (on 10/24/2016)
Official Document
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| Document Type | Source Location |
|---|---|
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/House/H1229 |
| State Bill Page | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1229 |
| Bill | https://malegislature.gov/Bills/189/H1229.pdf |
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