One of the most basic responsibilities of the government is to ensure that public roads are well-maintained. Roads have been an essential part of functioning society for thousands of years. The Roman Empire’s affinity for road-building was one of the main reasons they became so successful. It seems unthinkable that in the modern era, roads …
The Fifth Amendment to the Constitution guarantees that an individual cannot be compelled by government to provide incriminating information about oneself, which means you have the right to remain silent. By invoking that right, you have the right to refuse to answer questions or provide information that might incriminate you. With that said, you can …
There are many labor laws in Massachusetts but we’d like to touch on just a few…. MA Blue Laws Massachusetts laws limit an employer’s capacity to require employees work on Sundays and federally-observed holidays. If an employee does agree to work on a Sunday or federally-observed holiday, employers may be required to pay a rate …
Here are 5 Things the Police Cannot Do…. Take your phone without probable cause that a crime has been committed or search it without a warrant. In addition, the police cannot delete any information contained in your phone. Ask you questions while in custody without reading you your Miranda Rights. If they fail to, …
Millennials are expected to inherit a whopping $68 trillion by 2030, which many are referring to as the “Great Wealth Transfer.” Suddenly, these young generations will be in possession of not only sizable fortunes, but also the “keys to the kingdom,” so to speak. Millennials will also inherit some of the most important jobs in …
For thousands of years, tenants have been at the mercy of landlords. But while peasants of yesteryear were mistreated by barons and dukes without consequence, landlords today are beholden to the rule of law. If you have been mistreated in any way by your landlord, you should explore your legal options as soon as possible. …
Concealing assets from your spouse is always a bad idea. However, many spouses may be tempted to try this for a number of reasons. Some do it purely out of spite. These spouses may feel bitter about how the divorce turned out, and they may feel that by concealing assets, they can punish their spouses …
Divorces have been happening in the United States for hundreds of years. Although divorce laws have changed over these centuries, the core concept remains the same. Individuals who no longer want to remain in marriages can leave and start a new chapter of their lives. As it turns out, the first divorce in United States …
Getting hold of the money you need and deserve is important if you have been injured in Massachusetts. These funds can prove to be extremely helpful as you face missed wages, medical expenses, and a range of other non-economic damages, such as PTSD. With all that said, here are actually a few different ways in …
If you are running a business in Massachusetts, you may have chosen to incorporate. This can be a solid choice for many reasons, including tax benefits and limited liability. But what happens to your business after you pass away? How does this type of business affect estate planning, your surviving family members, and other things …