Welcome to Our Blog

First Time Homebuyers Sometimes Need Extra TLC

At Percy Law Group, PC, we understand that buying a home is one of the biggest purchases you will make in your life. That is why we are here to make sure that your transaction is as smooth as possible. Our real estate attorneys have assisted buyers, sellers, and banks throughout Massachusetts for nearly three decades, and we know how confusing the process can be for first time buyers. Last month, ...

How to Avoid Slip and Fall Accidents During the Winter

Slip and fall accidents are among some of the most common accidents that occur year-round. However, during the winter season, there are often substantially more hazards that can potentially cause a serious slip and fall accident, which could result in severe and debilitating injuries. It is the duty of a property manager or owner to ensure these risks are mitigated and that the conditions on their ...

What Not to Say to an Insurance Adjuster

Accidents are overwhelming and traumatic experiences and, unfortunately, the problems rarely end afterward. Once of the first phone calls you will likely receive after being involved in a motor vehicle accident is from the insurance adjuster who represents the company of the at-fault party. While he or she might sound friendly, it is important to keep in mind that the insurance adjuster is not ...

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 ...

What is Pain and Suffering in a Personal Injury Case?

When a person sustains an injury in an accident that is caused by the negligence or carelessness of another party or entity, the injured person can file a personal injury claim to obtain compensation. If successful, the compensation the injured person receives will cover both economic and noneconomic damages. Economic damages can cover expenses such as medical bills, assistive devices, and lost ...

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. ...