Massachusetts H4676 amends tort actions for latent diseases caused by toxic substances.

Massachusetts H4676 modifies the statute of limitations for tort actions related to latent diseases caused by exposure to toxic substances, including asbestos. The bill extends the time limit for initiating such actions, ensuring they can be commenced within three years. It also specifies that these actions cannot be commenced more than six years after the cause of action accrues. The changes apply to all causes of action accruing before, on, or after the bill's effective date.

Massachusetts H4676 amends tort actions for latent diseases caused by toxic substances.

Massachusetts H4676 modifies the statute of limitations for tort actions related to latent diseases caused by exposure to toxic substances, including asbestos. The bill extends the time limit for initiating such actions, ensuring they can be commenced within three years. It also specifies that these actions cannot be commenced more than six years after the cause of action accrues. The changes apply to all causes of action accruing before, on, or after the bill's effective date.