Massachusetts § 51A - Decision in compensation case; law in effect
Full text of Massachusetts Massachusetts General Laws § 51A — Decision in compensation case; law in effect, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 51A. Decision in compensation case; law in effect
Section 51A. In any claim in which no compensation has been paid prior to the final decision on such claim, said final decision shall take into consideration the compensation provided by statute on the date of the decision, rather than the date of the injury.
Source: official Massachusetts text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Massachusetts § 51A
What does Massachusetts General Laws § 51A cover?
Section 51A ("Decision in compensation case; law in effect") 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 § 51A?
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Is this the official text of Massachusetts law?
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