Massachusetts § 138 - Amendment of pleadings; notice and hearing requisite to bind certain persons; appeal
Full text of Massachusetts Massachusetts General Laws § 138 — Amendment of pleadings; notice and hearing requisite to bind certain persons; appeal, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 138. Amendment of pleadings; notice and hearing requisite to bind certain persons; appeal
Section 138. No subsequent attaching creditor or purchaser of property attached, other than parties to the record, shall be bound by an amendment of the pleadings which substantially affects his rights unless he has had due notice of the motion for leave to amend and unless he has had an opportunity to be heard thereon. Such persons shall also have the right of appeal.
Source: official Massachusetts text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Massachusetts § 138
What does Massachusetts General Laws § 138 cover?
Section 138 ("Amendment of pleadings; notice and hearing requisite to bind certain persons; appeal") 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 § 138?
A common citation format is "Massachusetts General Laws § 138" (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 § 138 apply to my situation?
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