Does Waltham Pay for Pothole Damage?

Have you damaged your car by hitting a pothole in Waltham lately? 

If you have, keep reading. If you have not, save this story. 

Drivers that strike potholes in Waltham may file for reimbursements for damage incurred by potholes in Waltham, according to City Clerk Russ Malone. 

To file a claim: Write up a description of the damage along with the location of the pothole. If possible, include a photo of the damage and the pothole. Drivers must file the claim within 30 days of the damage incident. File the materials with the City Clerk's office at Waltham City Hall, 610 Main St. 

According to the Law Department, there is no guarantee the city will pay the claim. 

Once filed, the claims are sent to the city's Law Department, Malone said. 

"They don't jump on them right away," Malone said.