Description: This law governs the creation and operation of business trusts in Massachusetts, providing the legal framework for businesses using trust structures as an alternative to corporations.

Scope: It covers the formation, administration, and dissolution of business trusts, ensuring they comply with fiduciary obligations and that investors' rights are protected.

Description: This law regulates equity crowdfunding in Massachusetts, allowing small businesses to raise capital from a wide array of investors while ensuring investor protections and compliance.

Scope: It sets limits on the amount of capital that can be raised through crowdfunding platforms and mandates proper disclosures to investors to protect against fraud.

Description: This law is designed to protect consumers, including investors, from unfair or deceptive business practices. It is particularly important for investors to be aware of as it covers fraudulent investment schemes.

Scope: It provides mechanisms for individuals to take legal action against unfair business practices and offers protections against deceptive conduct by businesses and financial advisors.

Description: This statute regulates investment advisors who provide services to investors in Massachusetts. It mandates registration with the state and outlines fiduciary duties, conduct standards, and disclosure requirements.

Scope: It provides detailed provisions on the regulation of investment advisors, aiming to ensure that they act in the best interest of their clients and maintain full transparency.

Description: Aimed at preventing fraud, this law governs the registration of securities offerings and the conduct of brokers and dealers in Massachusetts. It also provides provisions for investor protection and remedies.

Scope: It includes detailed rules regarding the sale of securities, requiring them to be either registered or exempted, and establishes the legal foundation for enforcing the state’s securities laws.

Description: This Act regulates the sale of securities in Massachusetts to protect investors from fraudulent activities and ensure proper disclosure by issuers.

Scope: It covers the registration requirements for securities, licensing of brokers and dealers, and enforcement of compliance with state regulations for both public and private securities offerings.

Protect consumers in financial transactions and investments.
Example: Massachusetts Consumer Protection Act.