Massachusetts General Laws ch. 185 sec. 41 – Answer
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Section 41. Any person who claims an interest, whether named in the notice or not, may appear and file an answer on or before the return day, or within such further time as the court may allow. The answer shall state all objections to the complaint, shall set forth the interest claimed by the person who files it, and shall be signed and sworn to by him or by a person in his behalf.
Terms Used In Massachusetts General Laws ch. 185 sec. 41
- Answer: The formal written statement by a defendant responding to a civil complaint and setting forth the grounds for defense.
- Complaint: A written statement by the plaintiff stating the wrongs allegedly committed by the defendant.