Massachusetts Statutes

§ 60C — Malpractice complaints; ad damnum prohibited

Massachusetts·Part III COURTS, JUDICIAL OFFICERS AND PROCEEDINGS IN CIVIL CASES·Title II ACTIONS AND PROCEEDINGS THEREIN·Ch. 231 PLEADING AND PRACTICE

Section 60C. No writ or complaint for malpractice, error or mistake against a provider of health care shall contain an ad damnum or monetary amount claimed against such defendant.

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§ 60B

Malpractice actions against providers of health care; tribunal

§ 60C

Malpractice complaints; ad damnum prohibited

§ 60D

Claim by minor against provider of health care; limitations

§ 60E

Malpractice action; professional examination of claimant

§ 60F

Award of damages; elements and itemization of amounts

§ 60G

Reduction of award of damages; collateral sources of benefits

§ 60H

Limitation of damages for pain and suffering

§ 60I

Attorney fees; limitations on contingency fees

§ 60J

Negligence actions for serving alcoholic beverages to minors or intoxicated persons; summary judgments

§ 60K

Actions for malpractice, negligence, etc. against health care providers; damages; rate of interest

§ 60L

Written notice requirement for actions against health care providers as defined in seventh paragraph of Sec. 60B; time for filing; exceptions; contents; provider's access to medical records; written response

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