Massachusetts § 108 - Limitations upon commencement time of actions
Full text of Massachusetts Massachusetts General Laws § 108 — Limitations upon commencement time of actions, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 108. Limitations upon commencement time of actions
Section 108. Actions of contract for compensation under this chapter by reason of any loss or damage or deprivation of land or any estate or interest therein shall be begun within six years after the cause of action accrued; but the plaintiff in an action for the recovery of the land or estate or interest therein in accordance with section one hundred and two may bring the action of contract for compensation within one year after the termination of such action. Said action of contract shall survive to the personal representative of the registered owner, unless barred in his lifetime; but the proceeds thereof shall be treated as real estate.
Source: official Massachusetts text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Massachusetts § 108
What does Massachusetts General Laws § 108 cover?
Section 108 ("Limitations upon commencement time of actions") 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 § 108?
A common citation format is "Massachusetts General Laws § 108" (Massachusetts). 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 Massachusetts law?
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How does Massachusetts § 108 apply to my situation?
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