There are many things that Massachusetts residents look forward to as they transition from one calendar year to the next. They may make big plans to acquire new skills and pursue new lines of work in more appealing industries. They may decide to expand their families...
Month: December 2017
Estate planning: a valuable New Year’s resolution
The last days of 2017 are upon us. In just a few short weeks, Quincy residents will flip the calendar over to the New Year. As they do, many will embark upon New Year's resolutions. Getting into better physical shape, giving up bad habits and trying new things are all...
How to protect your business now from a future divorce
Whether you are single, happily married or in a rocky relationship, the time is now to protect your business assets from a future divorce. Planning now can actually help your relationship, as you have already taken care of a major financial concern. You can put more...
Criminal defense FAQ: how serious is a misdemeanor charge?
As noted previously on our Quincy legal issues blog, Massachusetts could raise the limit for felony larceny from its current threshold of $250. While a felony is a very serious charge, readers should not get the wrong idea about misdemeanors: they are not something to...
Massachusetts considers raising felony larceny threshold
Massachusetts state law treats larceny differently depending on the amount or the value that a defendant has allegedly stolen. The current distinction, as well as proposed changes to the law, are important to understand for anyone facing charges associated with this...
3 big life decisions you should get legal advice about
There are many decisions in life that do not require the advice or counsel of a legal expert. However, when faced with some major decisions in particular, a legal consultation can provide valuable information that may make your situation easier to navigate. Here...
More seniors are turning to bankruptcy for debt relief
It seems that, as we age, our bodies simply can't keep up the way they did in our younger years. Seniors in Massachusetts and across the nation may find that they are increasingly racking up medical bills all while living on a fixed income. This can put them in a very...
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