Entries by Sclafani & Moriarty

Massachusetts Labor Laws

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 […]

5 Things the Police Cannot Do

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, […]

Reasons You Can Sue Your Landlord in Massachusetts

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. […]

The First Divorce in United States History

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 […]

Is Driving While Under the Influence of Marijuana Illegal in Massachusetts?

Like many other states, Massachusetts has made significant progress in the areas of marijuana decriminalization and legalization. However, lawmakers believe there is still much left to be done, especially when it comes to driving while under the influence. While we have a long-standing legal process in place for dealing with drunk drivers, the same cannot […]

What You Need to Know About Comparative Negligence in Massachusetts

If you have been injured due to a car accident in Massachusetts, you might have heard the term “comparative negligence.” Terms like this can be extremely confusing, especially since the average injury victim does not have much legal knowledge. Although comparative negligence can be confusing, it is not something you should brush aside as you […]