Massachusetts § 149Q - Prohibited language in provider name; false or misleading statements; purchase of service contract as condition of loan or sale of property prohibited
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§ 149Q. Prohibited language in provider name; false or misleading statements; purchase of service contract as condition of loan or sale of property prohibited
Section 149Q. (a) A provider shall not: (i) use in its name the words insurance, casualty, surety, mutual or any other words descriptive of the insurance, casualty or surety business; or (ii) a name deceptively similar to the name or description of any insurance or surety corporation or to the name of any other provider; provided, however, that the words ''guaranty'', ''warranty'' or other similar words may be used.
(b) A provider or its representative shall not permit or cause to be made any false or misleading statement or deliberately omit any material statement that a reasonable person would consider misleading if omitted.
(c) A person shall not require the purchase of a service contract as a condition of a loan or a condition for the sale of any property, but may promote, endorse or recommend the purchase unless otherwise prohibited by law.
Source: official Massachusetts text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Massachusetts § 149Q
What does Massachusetts General Laws § 149Q cover?
Section 149Q ("Prohibited language in provider name; false or misleading statements; purchase of service contract as condition of loan or sale of property prohibited") 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 § 149Q?
A common citation format is "Massachusetts General Laws § 149Q" (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 § 149Q apply to my situation?
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