Since 2010, the attorneys at Combies Hanson, P.C. have dedicated their practice to helping injured victims and their families obtain compensation when they need it most. Whether the case involves another driver’s negligence or a complex medical malpractice claim, our office is ready to help.
As a Massachusetts personal injury law firm, we offer free consultations and are prepared to take on challenging cases — even those rejected by other firms. Our experienced personal injury attorneys handle every case with care, skill and determination. There are no upfront costs, and if we don’t obtain a settlement or favorable jury verdict, you pay nothing. It’s that simple.
Our Philosophy
From the very moment you walk through our door, we will listen to the issues you face and work with you to develop an efficient and effective solution. You need an experienced law firm that will fight for you and your family. The founders of Combies Hanson, P.C. understand that. We listen. We help. We care.
Why work with us
A blueprint for trial.
We fight for justice
We all have to follow the rules. When defendants and their insurance companies don’t, we hold them accountable so it doesn’t happen again.
A blueprint for trial
We take fewer cases so our attorneys have the time and resources to prepare yours for trial. We fight for those who have lost loved ones and would like to fight on their behalf.
Proven results
We seek results that hold insurance companies responsible for the harmful conduct of their clients — and civil justice that deters the same harm from happening to someone else.
Verdicts & Settlements
Recent case results.
$3,000,000
Wrongful Death Case
In 2023 we recovered $3 million for the family of a victim in a wrongful death lawsuit. Liability was heavily contested.
$2,000,000
Public Housing Violence Case
Young woman shot at a public housing apartment complex in Boston, Mass.
$1,300,000
Fall at Construction Site
Man fell off an elevated platform without guardrails in place.
$1,200,000
Motorcycle Crash & Premises Liability
In 2021 we recovered $1.2 million for a South Shore resident injured in a motorcycle accident. The other driver carried only $100K in coverage; we recovered $1.1 million from a negligent party that contributed to the crash through a roadway defect case.
$925,000
Scooter Rideshare Accident
Settled prior to filing formal litigation in court.
$750,000
Motor Vehicle Crash
Client suffered a concussion and treated for TBI symptoms.
$712,000
Vacation Home Stair Fall
Claimant was injured in a fall on vacation. The claim: the stairs of the vacation home were reconfigured in a manner that did not meet good architectural practices. Resolved approximately two months before trial.
$600,000
Construction Worker Injury
Steel worker suffered a compression fracture from a fall at a job site. We consulted with an epoxy manufacturer in Texas to conclude the wrong epoxy was used during construction.
$550,000
Snow & Ice Slip and Fall
Initial offer before trial was only $50K. Settled after five days of trial for $550K.
Every case is different; past results do not guarantee a similar outcome.
Personal injury · Wrongful death
Our practice areas.
Our attorneys understand the physical, emotional and financial toll an injury takes on victims and their families. We meticulously investigate each case, gather crucial evidence, and work closely with medical professionals and accident reconstruction specialists to establish liability and show the full extent of your injuries.
Our goal is to maximize your recovery for medical expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering, and other damages. We are skilled negotiators who pursue a fair settlement — and we are prepared to take your case to trial if necessary.
Serving Boston, Cape Cod and Quincy, Massachusetts, as well as Providence and New Bedford, Rhode Island.
Auto Accidents
Slip and Fall Cases
Medical Malpractice Claims
Product Liability
Wrongful Death Claims
Workplace Injuries
Dog Bite Cases
Nursing Home Abuse
FDA Adverse Events
Rape and Sexual Assault
Construction Accidents
Negligent Security
Bicycle Accidents
Pedestrian Accidents
Liquor Liability
Burn Injuries
Spinal Cord Injuries
Legionnaire’s Disease
Premises Liability
Mass Torts
Our team
The people on your side.
Adam Combies
Founding Partner
Co-founded the firm in 2010. Focuses on personal injury litigation throughout Massachusetts and Rhode Island. Named a Massachusetts “Rising Star” in civil litigation defense by Law & Politics and Boston Magazine in 2009; formerly clerked for the Honorable Patricia A. Hurst of the Rhode Island Superior Court. Massachusetts Bar 2007, Rhode Island Bar 2006. B.S. Boston College; J.D. Syracuse University College of Law.
Matthew Hanson
Founding Partner
Co-founded the firm in 2010. Handles catastrophic injury and wrongful death cases, and is one of the few attorneys in the state to bring single-injury suits against Class III medical device and pharmaceutical makers for under-reporting adverse events to the FDA. Has argued before the Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court. Super Lawyers Rising Star 2013–2019; Super Lawyers 2020–2023. Suffolk University Law School; UMass Amherst.
Christopher Pasquale
Attorney at Law
Joined in August 2015. Practice includes personal injury, insurance litigation, landlord/tenant matters and general civil litigation. Previously founded Pasquale & Associates, LLC. Massachusetts Bar 2010; J.D. Suffolk University Law School; B.A. Boston University. When not in the office, he can be found at Agganis Arena cheering on the BU Terriers.
Amanda Sousa
Paralegal
Over ten years in the legal field. Marymount Manhattan College graduate; Paralegal Certification from Bristol Community College. Known for attention to detail, strong research skills and rapport with clients.
Daniel Nerio
Legal Assistant
Law degree from Tecnológico de Monterrey. Joined the firm in 2025 and supports the attorneys with case organization and preparation, with a growing interest in personal injury law.
Common questions
Personal injury law in Massachusetts.
For most personal injury cases it is three years from the date of the injury. You have three years to file a lawsuit or you may lose your right to seek compensation. There are exceptions, so consult an attorney as soon as possible after an injury.
You can recover damages as long as you are less than 51% at fault. Your compensation is reduced by your percentage of fault: if you’re awarded $100,000 but found 20% at fault, you receive $80,000. At 51% or more, you cannot recover damages.
Most personal injury lawyers in Massachusetts, including Combies Hanson, P.C., work on a contingency fee basis. There are no upfront costs or hourly fees, and if there is no settlement or favorable verdict, you pay nothing. Discuss fee arrangements with your attorney before hiring.
Not necessarily. Many cases settle through negotiation with the insurance company or the defendant’s legal team. If a fair settlement can’t be reached, the case may go to trial — and we are prepared to try it.
Each person’s own insurer pays medical expenses and lost wages up to a limit, regardless of fault. You can step outside the system and sue the at-fault driver if medical expenses exceed $2,000 or you’ve suffered severe or permanent injuries.
Seek medical attention right away, even if injuries seem minor. Report the incident, gather evidence such as photos and witness contacts, don’t admit fault or give recorded statements to insurers, keep all medical records and receipts, and contact an attorney to protect your rights.
A legal action brought by the estate or surviving family when someone dies due to another party’s negligence or intentional act, seeking compensation for funeral expenses, lost income, loss of companionship and the family’s suffering. It must typically be filed within three years of the date of death or discovery of its cause.
There is a three-year statute of limitations from when you knew or should have known of the malpractice; the provider must receive 182 days’ notice of intent to sue; and an “offer of proof” must be filed with a tribunal of experts. Because of this complexity, work with an experienced medical malpractice attorney.
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