One of the great joys of owning your own home is the freedom to do whatever you like with it. Providing you have the budget, you can renovate your property to your heart’s content or even demolish it completely and start again from scratch. However, this sense of freedom is somewhat limited by the necessity …
The legal process of getting a divorce becomes much more tricky if your spouse has fled the country. It is even more difficult if you have no idea where your spouse is. However, these things happen. Even in the face of the unexpected, you deserve to move on and achieve closure. When you work with …
A legal battle after a divorce is not the only way you can potentially lose custody of your child in the state of Massachusetts. Through circumstances that are completely out of your control, the Department of Children and Families (DCF) may conduct an investigation and put your child in foster care. While there are plenty …
November 3, 2020 – Yesterday, Governor Baker announced new restrictions aimed at curtailing the recent spike in COVID-19 cases across the Commonwealth. They include: Stay at Home DPH Advisory Stay home between 10pm and 5am Would still allow activities such as going to work, running essential errands, and taking a walk Early Closure of Businesses …
While many people assume that they must be subservient to their landlords, this simply is not the case. Massachusetts law offers tenants a strong degree of protection, and you can pursue legal action against your landlord if they are not adhering to these laws. Remember, landlords have many responsibilities when it comes to serving you, …
What can happen if you run from the police in Massachusetts? For many people, their first instinct is to flee from police, even when they have not committed a crime. It is important to understand what happens when you refuse to surrender willingly to police officers in Massachusetts. After learning more about your situation, a …
If you have been falsely accused of domestic violence, it is important to seek legal help as soon as possible. Even though your accuser may be a family member or even a loved one, you need to prove your innocence and clear your name. Failing to act can result in a number of consequences, including …
Renting out property can be an excellent source of income or a complete nightmare, depending on your tenants. While many tenants will dutifully abide by the rules and make your life as easy as possible, others are not quite as pleasant. These tenants may treat you with a lack of respect, fail to pay their …
If you are suffering from a serious injury, the last thing you want to think about is complicated legal matters. That being said, you may be faced with an important decision at this point in time. On the one hand, you could pursue legal action and take an injury lawsuit to court. On the other …
These days, the economic pressures we face are greater than ever before. As a result, bankruptcy is becoming more and more common. If you are behind on your mortgage payments, credit card bills, and/or a multitude of other debts, it can feel like the walls are closing in around you. It is important to realize …