Massachusetts § 24 - Costs; avoidance by offer to accept smaller compensation
Full text of Massachusetts Massachusetts General Laws § 24 — Costs; avoidance by offer to accept smaller compensation, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 24. Costs; avoidance by offer to accept smaller compensation
Section 24. The owner of the land may, within said month, offer in writing to the owner of the mill or dam to accept a smaller amount than that established as said annual compensation; and if the owner of the mill or dam does not agree to pay such reduced compensation, but brings an action to obtain a diminution thereof, he shall pay the costs, unless the annual compensation is reduced by the verdict to an amount less than the offer.
Source: official Massachusetts text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Massachusetts § 24
What does Massachusetts General Laws § 24 cover?
Section 24 ("Costs; avoidance by offer to accept smaller compensation") 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 § 24?
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Is this the official text of Massachusetts law?
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