One Hospitalized After Multi-Vehicle Crash on I-495 NB in Amesbury, MA

Amesbury, MA (August 13, 2026) – One person was hospitalized after multiple vehicles collided on northbound Interstate 495 in Amesbury on Thursday, August 13.

Emergency crews assisted those involved. An ambulance transported one person to a nearby hospital for treatment. Further details about their current condition have not been released.

The wreck disrupted northbound traffic while crews waited for tow trucks to remove the vehicles. Authorities continue to examine what caused the collision.

We hope the injured person makes a full and steady recovery.

Who Pays My Medical Bills After a Multi-Vehicle Crash in Amesbury, MA?

Several insurance sources may help pay your medical bills after a multi-vehicle crash in Amesbury. Available coverage may include Personal Injury Protection, health insurance, optional medical payments coverage, and an at-fault driver’s liability insurance.

Under Massachusetts insurance rules, PIP generally pays the first $2,000 of your qualifying medical expenses, regardless of fault. It may cover additional expenses if you do not have private health insurance. The total benefit is generally limited to $8,000.

After the first $2,000, your health insurance may cover additional treatment according to your policy. Deductibles, copayments, excluded services, and coverage limits may leave unpaid balances. PIP may help cover certain remaining costs within its limit.

When several vehicles are involved, more than one driver may share responsibility for the collision. You may pursue uncovered medical expenses through a liability claim against those drivers. Payment can depend on each person’s role in causing the crash.

If you were a passenger, PIP coverage connected to the vehicle you occupied may apply first. Different rules may affect pedestrians, household members, and people in uninsured vehicles. Identifying the proper policy can help prevent payment delays.

To support your claim, keep your medical bills, treatment records, insurance notices, and payment statements together. These materials can show which charges were paid, denied, or remain outstanding. They may also prevent duplicate submissions.

When several insurers dispute payment, a Massachusetts car accident lawyer can review your policies and communicate with each company. An attorney can also identify the responsible drivers. They can pursue qualifying medical costs through the appropriate claims.

At Fiorentino Legal, P.C., we help people injured in multi-vehicle crashes throughout Amesbury and across Massachusetts. Our team reviews your case and provides guidance based on your circumstances.

If you were hurt in a multi-vehicle crash in Amesbury, you can reach Attorney Christopher Fiorentino of Fiorentino Legal, P.C. at (617) 990-2568. We can review what happened, explain which coverage may apply, and help you determine your next steps.

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