Maine § 303. - Action for loss of services
Full text of Maine Maine Revised Statutes § 303. — Action for loss of services, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 303.. Action for loss of services
The parents of a minor child jointly may maintain an action for loss of the services or earnings of that child when that loss is caused by the negligent or wrongful act of another. If one parent refuses to sue, the other may sue alone. This section does not limit, amend, supersede or affect former Title 39, the Workers' Compensation Act or Title 39‑A, Part 1, the Maine Workers' Compensation Act of 1992. [PL 1995, c. 694, Pt. C, §1 (NEW); PL 1995, c. 694, Pt. E, §2 (AFF).]
Source: official Maine text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Maine § 303.
What does Maine Revised Statutes § 303. cover?
Section 303. ("Action for loss of services") is part of the Maine Revised Statutes, the codified statutory law of Maine. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Maine § 303.?
A common citation format is "Maine Revised Statutes § 303." (Maine). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Maine law?
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How does Maine § 303. apply to my situation?
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