Welcome to Our Blog

Completing Your Estate Plan Sooner Than Later - And Updating It, Too

For most people, estate planning is only a legal topic that reaches their mind when there is an immediate need for it. Waiting until the last minute to try to make an estate plan is not the ideal way to handle the situation, though. Instead, you should be thinking about an estate plan sooner than later, as well as ways to update it as the years go by. Proof in Concept: A Recent Client Story Our ...

Personal Injury Myths

If you have never filed a personal injury claim, chances are you might not know much about them and, unfortunately, many of us tend to believe in the common myths that are relentlessly perpetuated. Before you get started on pursuing a personal injury claim, take a moment to dispel some of the most common myths about personal injury lawsuits, to ensure you are going in with a clear head about what ...

How Are Truck Accidents Different from Car Accidents?

Accidents are always traumatic experiences, especially when they result in injuries and costly damages. However, truck accidents are often inherently worse than most other motor vehicle accidents that occur on the road. This is not only due to the fact that commercial trucks are vastly larger and heavier than any other vehicle on the road, but also because these accidents tend to involve more ...

Court Enforces Non-Compete Clause Against Real Estate Agent

In the case of Century 21 Access America v. McGregor-Mclean , a court ruled to enforce a non-compete clause against a former Century 21 real estate agent. Ms. Tori McGregor-Mclean was employed by Century 21 Access America from July 2003 to June 16, 2004. During her time with the company, Ms. McGregor-Mclean worked as a real estate agent at the Bridgeport, CT office. Her employment contract , ...

Myths About Seat Belt Safety and Car Accidents

In every state across the country, it is against the law to drive without a seat belt, though every state classifies this offense differently. In some states, it is a primary offense, which means that you could potentially be pulled over by a law enforcement officer for failing to buckle up. In Massachusetts, seat belt laws are secondary, which means that if you are pulled over for a primary ...

What Should I Do After a Dog Bite Injury?

Dogs are known as man’s best friend, but under the care of a negligent owner, even our best animal companion can pose a risk to our wellbeing. Dog bites are potentially severe injuries that can not only lead to a severe infection, but can cause the survivor to cope with the trauma of the experience for many years to come. How is responsible for a dog bite injury and what should you do next if you ...

Divorce Tax Alert: New Tax Laws Prevent Deducting Alimony Payments

In divorce situations, an ex-spouse may become legally obligated to make spousal payments to the other party. Payments such as these are often substantial, which is why tax deductions have been an important part of alimony. Until now, an ex-spouse paying alimony has been able to deduct the amount paid on their federal income tax return, and the spouse receiving it must report alimony as income. ...

Fathers' Rights Concerns for Men Going Through a Divorce in Massachusetts

For years and years, family law courts unfairly eclipsed a father’s rights during divorce when it came to matters of child custody and child support . Mothers would more often than not be granted sole or primary child custody no matter the arguments brought forth by the father. The courts were making rulings based on antiquated societal biases against men that suggested they naturally had no ...

What to Expect After an Accident

If this is the first time you have ever been involved in an accident , you are likely unsure of what to expect. You might be injured, your car probably sustained some damage, and perhaps you have to take time off from work to recover. How do you go about making sense of this event and what can you do to avoid paying for someone else’s negligence? While no two cases are exactly alike, there are ...

Why Do I Need a Truck Accident Attorney?

Not all motor vehicle accidents are alike. Accidents involving trucks often produce devastating and life-altering injuries due to their size, weight, and the force with which they can potentially strike. As a result, you might be facing exorbitant medical bills, lost wages, pain and suffering, and many other damages that can be attributed to the accident. Additionally, truck accidents are often ...

How to Talk to Insurance Adjusters During a Personal Injury Claim

After being involved in a motor vehicle accident, you will likely receive a call from the at-fault party’s insurance company soon after. There are some important facts you should keep in mind as you proceed with these conversations in order to avoid harming your personal injury claim. The last thing you want is for a misstep in your choice of words to derail your chances of obtaining the ...