Massachusetts § 195 - Construction and enforcement of Secs. 186 to 195
Full text of Massachusetts Massachusetts General Laws § 195 — Construction and enforcement of Secs. 186 to 195, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 195. Construction and enforcement of Secs. 186 to 195
Section 195. When construing and enforcing sections one hundred and eighty-six to one hundred and ninety-five, inclusive, the act, omission or failure of any officer, agent or other individual acting for or employed by any individual, corporation, company, society or association within the scope of his employment or office, shall in each case be also deemed to be the act, omission or failure of such corporation, company, society or association as well as that of the individual.
Source: official Massachusetts text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Massachusetts § 195
What does Massachusetts General Laws § 195 cover?
Section 195 ("Construction and enforcement of Secs. 186 to 195") 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 § 195?
A common citation format is "Massachusetts General Laws § 195" (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 § 195 apply to my situation?
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