Massachusetts § 75 - Mutual fire companies; underwriters; compensation
Full text of Massachusetts Massachusetts General Laws § 75 — Mutual fire companies; underwriters; compensation, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 75. Mutual fire companies; underwriters; compensation
Section 75. No officer or other person whose duty it is to determine the character of the risks, and upon whose decision the application shall be accepted or rejected by a mutual fire company, shall receive as any part of his compensation a commission upon the premiums; but his compensation shall be a fixed salary, and, if the directors so determine, a share of the net profits. Nor shall such officer or person aforesaid be an employee of any officer or agent of the company.
Source: official Massachusetts text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Massachusetts § 75
What does Massachusetts General Laws § 75 cover?
Section 75 ("Mutual fire companies; underwriters; compensation") is part of the Massachusetts General Laws, the codified statutory law of Massachusetts. 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 Massachusetts § 75?
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