Massachusetts § 113I - Freedom of contract between insurers and agents or brokers; manner of issuing policies

Full text of Massachusetts Massachusetts General Laws § 113I — Freedom of contract between insurers and agents or brokers; manner of issuing policies, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 113I. Freedom of contract between insurers and agents or brokers; manner of issuing policies

Section 113I. Nothing in this chapter shall be construed to abridge or restrict the freedom of contract between insurers and agents or brokers nor to require an insurer to issue policies in any way other than through its ordinary and usual method of marketing except that insurers shall, pursuant to the plan approved under section one hundred and thirteen H, be required to recognize and to permit immediate certification of insurance by and to pay a fair and reasonable commission to any licensed broker or agent designated as the producers of record by applicants for insurance or renewal thereof. Nothing in this chapter shall be construed to restrict the application of section one hundred and sixty-three.

Source: official Massachusetts text · Last verified 2026-08-27

Frequently Asked Questions About Massachusetts § 113I

What does Massachusetts General Laws § 113I cover?

Section 113I ("Freedom of contract between insurers and agents or brokers; manner of issuing policies") 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 § 113I?

A common citation format is "Massachusetts General Laws § 113I" (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?

No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Massachusetts official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Massachusetts attorney.

How does Massachusetts § 113I apply to my situation?

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