Massachusetts § 55A - Mid-term notice of cancellation
Full text of Massachusetts Massachusetts General Laws § 55A — Mid-term notice of cancellation, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 55A. Mid-term notice of cancellation
Section 55A. Notwithstanding any general or special law to the contrary, a mid-term notice of cancellation of a workers' compensation policy shall be effective only if based on one or more of the following reasons: (i) nonpayment of premium; (ii) fraud or material misrepresentation affecting the policy or insured; (iii) a substantial increase in the hazard insured against. Nothing in this section shall limit an insurer's right to refuse to renew a workers' compensation policy.
Source: official Massachusetts text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Massachusetts § 55A
What does Massachusetts General Laws § 55A cover?
Section 55A ("Mid-term notice of cancellation") 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 § 55A?
A common citation format is "Massachusetts General Laws § 55A" (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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