Loss of Consortium Claims in Massachusetts: Protecting Your Family After a Serious Injury

Michael Kaplan | Apr 08 2026 19:00

When someone is seriously injured due to another party’s negligence, the harm often extends far beyond medical bills and lost wages. Spouses and family members may experience a profound loss in companionship, affection, and the ability to maintain a normal family relationship. In Massachusetts, this type of harm may be addressed through a loss of consortium claim.

 

At the Law Offices of Michael M. Kaplan, we help families across Massachusetts understand their legal rights after devastating injuries. If your spouse or loved one has been seriously harmed, you may be entitled to compensation for the emotional and relational losses you’ve suffered.

What Is Loss of Consortium?

Loss of consortium refers to the loss of spousal or family relationships resulting from a serious injury or wrongful death. Under Massachusetts law, these claims recognize that an injury doesn’t just affect the victim — it affects the entire family.

A loss of consortium claim may compensate for the loss of:

  • Love and affection

  • Companionship and emotional support

  • Intimacy and marital relations

  • Household services

  • Parental guidance (in cases involving injured parents or children)

These damages are considered non-economic damages, meaning they address emotional and relational harm rather than financial losses.

Who Can File a Loss of Consortium Claim in Massachusetts?

In Massachusetts, loss of consortium claims may be brought by:

  • Spouses of an injured person

  • Parents of a seriously injured minor child

  • Children of a parent who has suffered a severe injury

These claims are typically connected to a personal injury lawsuit, such as those involving:

  • Car accidents

  • Truck or motorcycle accidents

  • Medical malpractice

  • Workplace injuries

  • Premises liability (slip and fall accidents)

  • Wrongful death cases

An experienced Massachusetts personal injury attorney can help determine whether your situation qualifies.

Proving Loss of Consortium

To successfully pursue a loss of consortium claim, it must be shown that:

  1. The injured person suffered serious harm due to negligence

  2. A legally recognized family relationship exists

  3. The injury significantly impacted the relationship

Evidence may include medical records, testimony from family members, expert opinions, and documentation showing how daily life and relationships have changed since the injury.

Why Loss of Consortium Claims Matter

Loss of consortium claims acknowledge the real, human cost of serious injuries. While no amount of compensation can restore what was lost, these claims help families regain stability and hold negligent parties accountable for the full scope of harm they caused.

Insurance companies often undervalue or challenge loss of consortium damages. Having a skilled attorney advocating for your family can make a meaningful difference in the outcome of your case.

How the Law Offices of Michael M. Kaplan Can Help

At the Law Offices of Michael M. Kaplan, we have extensive experience handling Massachusetts personal injury and loss of consortium claims. We understand how emotionally difficult these cases can be and are committed to protecting your family’s rights with care, diligence, and aggressive legal advocacy.

We work to ensure that all damages — including the loss of spousal and family relationships — are fully considered when pursuing compensation.

Speak With a Massachusetts Loss of Consortium Lawyer Today

If your family has been affected by a serious injury caused by negligence, you don’t have to navigate the legal process alone. A loss of consortium lawyer in Massachusetts can help you understand your options and fight for the compensation your family deserves.

đź“ž Contact the Law Offices of Michael M. Kaplan today for a consultation and learn how we can help protect your family’s future.