Massachusetts Countertop Silicosis Lawsuit
Updated March 2026
Massachusetts At a Glance
- Statute of Limitations: 3 years
- SOL Type: Discovery rule applies
- Workers' Comp: Massachusetts workers' compensation does not bar a product liability lawsuit against stone manufacturers.
- State Bar: Massachusetts Bar Association →
- Major City: Boston
- Major City: Worcester
- Major City: Springfield
Filing Deadline in Massachusetts
Massachusetts has a 3-year statute of limitations for product liability claims. The discovery rule applies to latent diseases.
⚠️ Important: Many workers don't connect their lung disease to engineered stone until years after exposure. Under the discovery rule, your deadline may start from when you discovered the connection. Don't assume you've missed your window — consult an attorney.
Workers' Compensation & Your Lawsuit Rights in Massachusetts
Massachusetts workers' compensation does not bar a product liability lawsuit against stone manufacturers.
You can pursue both workers' compensation benefits and a product liability lawsuit against stone manufacturers simultaneously in most cases. An attorney can advise on coordination rules specific to Massachusetts.
Do You Qualify? — Massachusetts Stone Workers
To have a viable silicosis claim in Massachusetts, you generally need to show:
- You worked with engineered stone countertops — cutting, grinding, polishing, installing, or fabricating
- You have been diagnosed with silicosis, PMF, lung cancer, or another occupational lung disease — or have significant respiratory symptoms after fabrication work
- You were not adequately warned about silicosis risks or provided proper respiratory protection
- You are within Massachusetts's 3-year filing window (discovery rule may extend this)
Free Case Review — Massachusetts Residents
Find out in 2 minutes if you may qualify for a countertop silicosis claim. Free, confidential, no obligation. ¿Habla español? Podemos ayudarle.
Check My Eligibility →Frequently Asked Questions — Massachusetts
How long do I have to file a silicosis lawsuit in Massachusetts?
Does Massachusetts use a discovery rule for silicosis claims?
Does workers' comp prevent me from suing stone manufacturers in Massachusetts?
Does my immigration status affect my silicosis claim in Massachusetts?
Is there a cost to evaluate a silicosis claim in Massachusetts?
Disclaimer: This page provides general information about Massachusetts's statute of limitations for product liability claims. It is not legal advice. Individual deadlines and eligibility depend on specific facts that only a licensed Massachusetts attorney can evaluate. Your immigration status does not affect your rights.