A divorce inevitably means major changes for a family. When there are children in the household, many significant adjustments are necessary during and after divorce. Parents transition from living full-time with their children to a shared custody arrangement. If the...
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3 reasons to hire a lawyer after an OUI arrest in Massachusetts
People arrested for operating under the influence (OUI) offenses often don't know what to do. They may catastrophize the situation, imagining the worst outcome possible. They may then make desperate attempts to mitigate the consequences that they face. Those...
Slip-and-fall injuries may cost more than people expect
Slip-and-fall incidents may occur in parking lots after a storm or inside a business. People simply going about their daily lives may suddenly lose their balance and fall. It's common for those involved in a slip-and-fall incident to quickly dismiss the seriousness of...
Why pleading guilty to an OUI can be a costly mistake
Operating under the influence (OUI) charges are relatively common. Drivers can get arrested for displaying reduced ability at the wheel or after failing a chemical test. Many people facing OUI charges choose to plead guilty. While every defendant has the right to...
What is the purpose of a QDRO during a divorce?
Trying to navigate the family law system can feel like learning an entirely new language. People preparing for divorce have often never had to go to court before and know very little about the process ahead. Particularly when they have remained married for years and...
Why are Massachusetts’ deadliest roads so dangerous?
A motor vehicle accident can be traumatic for individuals and families. Victims can suffer traumatic, life-long injuries and property damage as a result of reckless or negligent drivers. Whether you live in Massachusetts, are driving through on a vacation or spending...
Why do commercial drivers have lower BAC limits in Massachusetts?
Any driver can be pulled over at a traffic stop if law enforcement officials have reason to believe that they may be driving under the influence of alcohol. During a traffic stop, a driver’s blood alcohol concentration (BAC) can determine if they will be charged with...
What are the legal grounds for divorce in Massachusetts?
Choosing to divorce is a life-altering decision. Those who end their marriages have to prepare to divide their property. They may face costs related to the divorce itself and major changes in their day-to-day lives after the end of the marriage. It is therefore...
Drunk driving can easily cause a head-on collision
Every day, thousands of people take to the roads, trusting that other drivers will follow traffic laws and maintain safe driving habits. Unfortunately, drunk driving is one of the most common and dangerous forms of impaired driving, often leading to devastating...
5 issues that may arise during a gray divorce
A couples who have stayed married for years may have very complex relationships because of what they have experienced together. They may also face very complicated divorces if they decide they do not want to stay married. A gray divorce involves people over the age of...