Driver Injured in Two-Car Crash on I-84 in Sturbridge, MA

Sturbridge, MA (September 11, 2026) – A driver was injured on Friday morning, September 11, in a two-car crash on Interstate 84 westbound near Exit 5 in Sturbridge.

The Massachusetts State Police and emergency units were dispatched around 11:29 a.m. after reports of the crash. A mutual aid ambulance was called in.

Details about the extent of the injuries have not been released. 

Authorities are still reviewing the circumstances leading up to the crash. 

We're thinking of the injured driver as they recover.

How Does Massachusetts' No-Fault Rule Work For a Crash in Sturbridge, MA?

Massachusetts requires drivers to carry Personal Injury Protection coverage, which pays for medical bills and lost wages after a crash regardless of who caused it. This no-fault system means an injured driver typically turns to their own PIP coverage first before considering any claim against the other driver.

PIP benefits are limited, though, and injuries from highway-speed crashes, like fractures, spinal injuries, or the kind of pain that required an expedited ambulance response in this crash, can quickly exceed what that coverage provides. When medical costs cross a certain threshold or an injury meets the state's definition of serious, an injured driver may be able to pursue additional compensation directly from the at-fault party.

Determining whether an injury meets that threshold typically requires a close look at medical records and treatment costs, which isn't always straightforward while someone is still receiving care.

A car accident lawyer can help evaluate whether a claim beyond PIP is available and can assist with gathering the crash report and other documentation needed to support that determination.

If you were injured in a Massachusetts crash, we are here to help. At Fiorentino Legal, P.C., our team can go over the specific details of your accident and walk you through how the legal process may develop for you. 

You can call Attorney Christopher Fiorentino of Fiorentino Legal, P.C. at (617) 990-2568 if you have any questions. We are available to assist you down the road. 

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