Massachusetts § 186A - Delivery of policy; presumptions
Full text of Massachusetts Massachusetts General Laws § 186A — Delivery of policy; presumptions, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 186A. Delivery of policy; presumptions
Section 186A. The delivery of any policy of life or endowment insurance or annuity contract shall create a presumption that any conditions precedent, other than a condition requiring prepayment of the initial premium, to the attaching of the policy or contract have been performed. In any court action based on a life insurance policy in which the good health of the insured at the time the policy becomes effective is at issue, there shall be a presumption that the insured was in good health if the insurer delivered the policy.
Source: official Massachusetts text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Massachusetts § 186A
What does Massachusetts General Laws § 186A cover?
Section 186A ("Delivery of policy; presumptions") 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 § 186A?
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