Massachusetts § 10B - Voidable preferences; action by executor

Full text of Massachusetts Massachusetts General Laws § 10B — Voidable preferences; action by executor, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 10B. Voidable preferences; action by executor

Section 10B. If a person shall have procured or suffered a judgment to be entered against him in favor of any person or has made a transfer of any of his property, and if, at the time of the transfer, or of the entry of the judgment, or of the recording or registering of the transfer if by law recording or registering thereof is required, and being within four months before his decease, the person be insolvent and the judgment or transfer then operate as a preference, and the person receiving it or to be benefited thereby, or his agent acting therein, shall then have reasonable cause to believe that the enforcement of such judgment or transfer would effect a preference, it shall be voidable by the executor or administrator of the debtor, and he may recover the property or its value from such person.

Frequently Asked Questions About Massachusetts § 10B

What does Massachusetts General Laws § 10B cover?

Section 10B ("Voidable preferences; action by executor") 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 § 10B?

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Is this the official text of Massachusetts law?

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How does Massachusetts § 10B apply to my situation?

Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in Massachusetts can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.

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