Legal Question in Civil Litigation in Massachusetts

property damage

is a municipality responsible for property

damage caused by a police car on its

way to an emercency?


Asked on 7/10/08, 10:51 pm

2 Answers from Attorneys

Re: property damage

Generally, yes. Most municipalities are insuredas well, however, there are a number of steps that must be taken to sue a municipality or state agency. You should consult with an attorney.

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Answered on 7/11/08, 9:06 am
Joseph Murray Joseph M. Murray, Esq.

Re: property damage

Yes. But consult with an attorney because suits against a municipality require a specialized step call presentment which must be made in the same fiscal year as the alleged negligence.

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Answered on 7/11/08, 12:43 pm


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