Crash With Injuries Reported on Rte 24 in Avon, MA

Avon, MA (September 25, 2026) – A crash with injuries was reported Friday evening, September 25, on Route 24 northbound near Harrison Boulevard in Avon. 

Avon Fire and emergency units were dispatched shortly before 3:26 p.m., according to initial reports. The extent of injuries had not been confirmed yet. 

Authorities continue to look into what led to the wreck.

Our thoughts are with those affected as they continue to recover.

How Long Do Crash Victims Have to File a Claim in Avon, MA?

Massachusetts law generally gives someone three years from the date of a crash to file a personal injury lawsuit. Missing that window typically means to lose the right to pursue compensation through the courts, regardless of how strong the underlying claim might have been.

That deadline can feel like plenty of time, but evidence tends to disappear well before it expires. Vehicle damage gets repaired, dashcam footage gets overwritten, and witnesses move away or simply forget details. Medical treatment records, repair estimates, and any available surveillance footage from nearby businesses can all become harder to obtain the longer a person waits.

Massachusetts also follows a modified comparative negligence rule, which means a claim can be barred entirely if a person is found more than 50% at fault. Sorting out fault percentages usually requires collecting evidence early, before memories fade or records are lost.

A car accident lawyer can help identify what documentation matters most and can start preserving it long before the three-year deadline becomes a concern.

Our team at Fiorentino Legal, P.C. can review the circumstances of your crash and explain what steps might help protect your potential claim. 

If you have any doubts, reach out to Attorney Christopher Fiorentino of Fiorentino Legal, P.C. at (617) 990-2568. We are here to help you give a clearer picture of where your case stands. 

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