Franklin, MA – Pregnant Woman Injured in Two-Vehicle Collision at Union St and West Central St

Franklin, MA (May 9, 2026) – On Saturday, May 9, emergency responders were dispatched to Union Street and West Central Street following a two-car crash.

According to emergency radio dispatches, one of the individuals involved was a pregnant female who sustained injuries during the impact. She was immediately evaluated by paramedics. 

Local authorities are currently investigating the cause of the accident.

Our thoughts are with the injured woman, and we hope for a smooth and full recovery.

What are the Legal Rights and Steps After a Crash Involving Pregnancy in Massachusetts?

In Massachusetts, your primary rights include the ability to seek immediate No-Fault medical coverage through Personal Injury Protection (PIP) and the right to pursue a claim for pain and suffering if your medical expenses exceed a specific threshold.

To protect these rights, you must seek an immediate obstetric evaluation to document the health of both the mother and the baby, secure the official police accident report, and consult a lawyer to ensure that the unique medical risks associated with pregnancy are fully accounted for in any insurance settlement.

Massachusetts is a No-Fault state, meaning your own insurance pays the first $8,000 in medical bills (PIP). However, you can only sue the at-fault driver for "pain and suffering" if your medical expenses exceed $2,000 or if the injury involves a permanent impairment or a fracture. In accidents involving pregnant women, the costs of emergency fetal monitoring, specialized OB-GYN consultations, and follow-up care often quickly surpass this threshold, allowing you to seek a full recovery for emotional distress and trauma.

Even if there are no immediate physical injuries to the mother, a collision can cause significant prenatal stress or complications. You have the right to include the costs of all medically necessary monitoring and specialized care in your claim. A lawyer works with medical experts to ensure that the insurance company recognizes the necessity of this preventative care, protecting you from being stuck with bills for services that were essential to ensuring a safe pregnancy following the impact.

Following an injury to a pregnant woman, medical billing can become incredibly complex, involving health insurance, PIP benefits, and potential hospital liens. Massachusetts has specific laws regarding how these benefits are coordinated. A lawyer manages the communication between these entities, ensuring that your PIP benefits are used efficiently and that no liens are placed on your final settlement that could reduce the funds you need for your family's future well-being.

Seeking guidance from a personal injury lawyer can be helpful, as they can determine liability and guide victims through the claims process. An attorney may also review crash reports and communicate with insurance companies on your behalf.

If you were injured in a crash in Massachusetts, Attorney Christopher Fiorentino of Fiorentino Legal, P.C. can provide dedicated support. You can contact him at (617) 990-2568 to discuss your case and learn more about your options moving forward.

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