Montana § 35-8-502 - Liability For Contribution

Full text of Montana Montana Code Annotated § 35-8-502 — Liability For Contribution, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 35-8-502. Liability For Contribution

Liability for contribution. (1) A promise by a member to contribute to the limited liability company is not enforceable unless set out in a writing signed by the member. (2) (a) Except as provided in the articles of organization or the operating agreement, a member is obligated to the limited liability company to perform any enforceable promises to contribute cash or property or to perform services even if the member is unable to perform because of death, disability, or other reason. (b) If a member does not make the required contribution of property or services, the member is obligated, at the option of the limited liability company, to contribute cash equal to that portion of value or the stated contribution that has not been made. (3) (a) Unless otherwise provided in the articles of organization or the operating agreement, the obligation of a member to make a contribution or return money or other property paid or distributed in violation of this chapter may be compromised only with the unanimous consent of the members. (b) A creditor of a limited liability company who extends credit or otherwise acts in reliance on an obligation described in subsection (1), and without notice of any compromise under 35-8-307 (3)(d), may enforce the original obligation.

Frequently Asked Questions About Montana § 35-8-502

What does Montana Code Annotated § 35-8-502 cover?

Section 35-8-502 ("Liability For Contribution") is part of the Montana Code Annotated, the codified statutory law of Montana. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.

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