Entries by Sclafani & Moriarty

Coronavirus and Co-Parenting

The coronavirus has brought many challenges to daily life and co-parenting is definitely challenging due to COVID19. As always, the well being of your children should be your first priority. Work together for the sake of them, knowing that so many things have probably changed for them recently because of COVID19. Attorney Diana Velez Harris, […]

COVID-19 and The Reopening of Massachusetts

Massachusetts has been one of the hardest hit states in the U.S. with over 86,000 confirmed cases of COVID-19 and 5,700 deaths through May 17, 2020. This is new to all of us. We have all had to change our behaviors to keep safe. It’s not permanent. At some point we will have a vaccine. […]

COVID 19 and Massachusetts State Parks

As of May 8, 2020, Massachusetts state parks are open and accessible to the public. The state encourages individuals to follow these guidelines when visiting parks and other natural resources: Minimize outdoor recreational time to limit potential exposure to COVID-19; Stay within solitary or small groups, and avoid gatherings of ten or more people; Practice […]

Covid19 and Wearing a Mask

Massachusetts Governor Charlie Baker issued an order on Wednesday, May 6, 2020 requiring face masks or cloth face coverings in public where social distancing is not possible. This applies to both indoor and outdoor spaces and excludes children under the age of 2 and those who have a medical condition and are not able to […]

Staying Safe as States Slowly Reopen

The Baker-Polito Administration in Massachusetts extended non-essential business closures to May 18th, which could change of course, but as more and more states are reopening, experts weigh in on how to stay safe. Although most experts agree that reopening isn’t in the best interest of the country, the pressure to reopen businesses has been enormous […]

Best Chili Recipe

Attorney Sclafani makes the BEST chili! He won’t take credit for it though, he found the recipe years ago in the magazine Muscle & Fitness. If you’re safe at home, looking to try a new recipe, give this one a try. You won’t regret it.   1 tbsp vegetable oil 1/2 large onion, chopped 1 […]

When Will Massachusetts Be Open for Business?

On April 28, 2020 Governor Baker announced the formation of the Reopening Advisory Board. The Board, which consists of public health officials, leaders from the business community, and municipal government from across the Commonwealth, is charged with advising the administration on strategies to reopen the economy in phases based on health and safety metrics. The […]

Farmstands and Nurseries Open During Covid-19

During this pandemic we just want to remind you to support local businesses when possible. When you support local you help our local economy thrive. These farmstands and nurseries are open during COVID and we encourage you to visit them.   Granny’s Place 844 Main Street, Agawam Open 9-5 daily with additional curbside pickup. https://www.buylocalfood.org/directory/listing/grannys-place […]

COVID-19 (Coronavirus) and Testing

If you develop symptoms of COVID-19 (fever, cough, shortness of breath or difficulty breathing, chills, repeated shaking with chills, muscle pain, headache, sore throad, new loss of taste or smell), the State of Massachusetts has a resource that you can use to assess your symptoms and find the right care: www.buoy.com/mass. In addition, you can […]

Remote Notarizations in Massachusetts

On Thursday, April 23, 2020 Massachusetts lawmakers passed a bill allowing notaries public to remotely perform work that is central to estate planning, mortgages, and more. This bill gives notaries public the ability to do businesses via videoconferencing, and will help with everything from wills to license applications and more. In addition to other provisions, […]