Massachusetts § 4 - Security required of employee to indemnify against neglect; penalty
Full text of Massachusetts Massachusetts General Laws § 4 — Security required of employee to indemnify against neglect; penalty, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 4. Security required of employee to indemnify against neglect; penalty
Section 4. A corporation engaged in carrying passengers or in transporting freight for hire shall not require or receive from a person who is employed or about to be employed by it a bond or other security, either with or without surety, to indemnify such corporation against loss or damage to other persons or to property resulting from the act or neglect of such person, except a bond to account for money or other property of such corporation. A corporation or a person in its behalf who violates the provisions of this section shall be punished by a fine of not more than fifty dollars for the first offense and of not more than one hundred dollars for a subsequent offence.
Source: official Massachusetts text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Massachusetts § 4
What does Massachusetts General Laws § 4 cover?
Section 4 ("Security required of employee to indemnify against neglect; penalty") 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 § 4?
A common citation format is "Massachusetts General Laws § 4" (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?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Massachusetts official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Massachusetts attorney.
How does Massachusetts § 4 apply to my situation?
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