A Massachusetts painter has initiated a substantial legal action against renowned football coach Bill Belichick, seeking nearly $300,000 in damages after sustaining a severe injury while working at Belichick's multi-million dollar Nantucket property. The lawsuit, which was first reported by the Nantucket Current and subsequently reviewed by the Daily Mail, alleges that unsafe working conditions at the Fair Street home directly led to the accident.
Details of the Incident and Allegations
According to court documents, painter Andrew Jackson was engaged in a painting job at Belichick's Nantucket residence in June 2024 when he suffered a fall. Jackson claims that improperly maintained plastic sheeting or coverings, used to protect floors and furniture, created a 'dangerous and unsafe' environment. This hazardous setup, the lawsuit asserts, caused Jackson to fall, resulting in a severe injury to his right ankle.
Financial and Personal Impact
The civil action cover sheet outlines significant financial losses incurred by Jackson. Medical expenses totaled nearly $61,000 for hospital care, supplemented by $4,600 for doctor's visits and $2,000 for physical therapy. Additionally, Jackson reported lost wages amounting to $167,828.25, with an anticipated future loss of $50,000, bringing the total claimed damages to $285,436.39. The lawsuit emphasizes that these costs stem from pain, disability, and ongoing medical needs directly resulting from the incident.
Legal Claims and Negligence Allegations
The legal filing explicitly accuses Belichick of negligence, stating that the coach owed Jackson a duty to maintain the premises in a reasonably safe condition. The lawsuit reads: 'Defendant owed Plaintiff a duty to use reasonable care to maintain the premises in a reasonably safe condition, to inspect for hazards, to warn of dangers of which it knew or should have known, and to coordinate the site in a reasonably safe manner for lawful workers present there.' Despite receiving worker's compensation through his employer, Jackson is pursuing this separate action against Belichick to cover the extensive damages.
Belichick's Property Portfolio and Personal Life
Bill Belichick, 73, owns the Nantucket home with his girlfriend, Jordon Hudson, 24, who is 49 years his junior. The property is part of a broader real estate portfolio that includes multiple holdings on the affluent island. Last summer, Belichick sold the home he previously shared with his ex-wife, Debby Clarke. His connections to Nantucket are long-standing; in 2024, he purchased a 2,854-square-foot home on the island for $4.8 million, adding to a property bought in 2006 for $4.6 million, which was transferred to Clarke during their divorce.
In a 2017 interview with N Magazine, Belichick expressed fondness for Nantucket, describing it as 'spectacular' and praising its people, fishing, bike paths, lighthouses, beaches, and history. Beyond Nantucket, Belichick owns a home in Massachusetts, acquired in 2006, and a Florida condo purchased in 2009 for $1.6 million, now valued at approximately $3.7 million according to Realtor estimates.
Current Status and Responses
Since formally signing as the Tar Heels' coach in January 2025, it remains unclear where Belichick and Hudson have been residing in North Carolina. The Daily Mail has reached out to both Jackson and Belichick for comment on the lawsuit, but responses have not yet been disclosed. This case highlights ongoing legal and safety concerns in property maintenance and worker welfare, particularly involving high-profile individuals.
