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Reverse Interest in Massachusetts

In Massachusetts, reverse interest is calculated at a rate of 12% per year under Mass. Gen. Laws ch. 231 § 6C. This rule applies when a judgment debtor pays the full amount of a judgment before an appeal is decided, and the judgment is later reversed or reduced on appeal. The statute entitles the debtor to recover interest on the amount paid, computed at 12% from the date of payment to the date of restitution. The calculation follows the framework set out in the statute, with the official source at malegislature.gov providing the precise details. A worked example below demonstrates how this rate applies. Use the DocketMath calculator to estimate reverse interest for your specific case.

Governing authority

In Massachusetts, the reverse interest rule is set by Mass. Gen. Laws ch. 231 § 6B, § 6C; ch. 235 § 8. The verified packet cites Mass. Gen. Laws ch. 231 § 6B, § 6C; ch. 235 § 8 (https://malegislature.gov/Laws/GeneralLaws/PartIII/TitleII/Chapter231/Section6c).

Massachusetts reverse interest: the verified value is 12% under Mass. Gen. Laws ch. 231 § 6B, § 6C; ch. 235 § 8. The verified packet cites Mass. Gen. Laws ch. 231 § 6B, § 6C; ch. 235 § 8 (https://malegislature.gov/Laws/GeneralLaws/PartIII/TitleII/Chapter231/Section6c).

Estimate your own result: every situation has exceptions that can change the outcome. Use the reverse interest calculator to estimate your specific figure.

This page provides general legal information and calculation tools, not legal advice. DocketMath is not a law firm and does not provide legal representation, and using this site does not create an attorney-client relationship. Laws change and exceptions apply, so deadlines and amounts specific to your situation should be confirmed with a licensed attorney in your jurisdiction.