Massachusetts § 62A - Masters; death or incapacity; compensation
Full text of Massachusetts Massachusetts General Laws § 62A — Masters; death or incapacity; compensation, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 62A. Masters; death or incapacity; compensation
Section 62A. If a master appointed by the probate and family court department becomes incapacitated or dies without having filed his final report the court may award him or his estate reasonable compensation, payable by the commonwealth, upon a finding that he actually performed services which would entitle him to the compensation awarded had he filed a report as provided in section sixty-two; provided, that all his records and memoranda, or copies thereof, in the case in which compensation is sought, are filed with the register of the court.
Frequently Asked Questions About Massachusetts § 62A
What does Massachusetts General Laws § 62A cover?
Section 62A ("Masters; death or incapacity; 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 § 62A?
A common citation format is "Massachusetts General Laws § 62A" (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 § 62A apply to my situation?
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