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DRAFT FOR ATTORNEY REVIEW — NOT FINAL

Leardi v. Brown, 474 N.E.2d 1094 (1985)

Citation
Leardi v. Brown, 474 N.E.2d 1094 (1985)
Parent Document
Leardi v. Brown, 474 N.E.2d 1094 (1985)
Jurisdiction
Massachusetts (state)
Effective Date
1985-02-28

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The result we reach hinges on our interpretation of the word “injury.” “The interpretation of well-defined words and phrases in the common law carries over to statutes” as long as such interpretation “appear[s] fitting and in the absence of evidence to indicate contrary intent.” 2A C. Sands, Sutherland Statutory Construction § 50.03 (4th ed. 1983). See Comey v. Hill,