An Act relative to snow removal service liability limitation

This bill amends Massachusetts law to prohibit certain liability-shifting clauses in contracts for snow and ice removal services. Specifically, it makes void any agreement that forces a service provider to pay for damages caused by the service receiver, or vice versa, including clauses that require one party to hold the other harmless from their own negligence. The law directly affects businesses and individuals hiring contractors to clear snow, ensuring that contracts cannot unfairly transfer legal responsibility for accidents or errors between the two parties. By banning these specific indemnification provisions, the bill aims to clarify liability rules within the snow removal industry without changing who is ultimately responsible for their own actions.