Shared custody or co-parenting arrangements are commonplace when parents divorce in Massachusetts. The adults both have a right to spend time with the children and to influence their upbringing. Unfortunately, trying to share the parenting time and parental authority...
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5 common mistakes made during a DWI stop
Police officers can conduct targeted traffic stops when they suspect that someone has broken the law. When officers notice someone driving unusually slowly, swerving or otherwise behaving in a potentially impaired manner at the wheel, they might stop that driver and...
Tips for divorcing a narcissist
Ending a marriage is a challenging undertaking, even when the process is amicable. For those who are divorcing a narcissist, the entire process can be a nightmare. Narcissists often engage in manipulative and vindictive behaviors, which can turn what could be a...
3 common mistakes people make after a slip-and-fall accident
A slip-and-fall can happen in a craft store or as someone approaches the counter to pick up their latte at a coffee shop. Frequently, slip-and-fall incidents are the results of improper facility maintenance out of business. Failing to keep the floors clean or properly...
Why the right of discovery is valuable for criminal defendants
Those arrested on allegations of criminal conduct in Massachusetts often feel hopeless. The state may seem to have a strong case against them, and they might face what seem like unnecessarily extreme charges. Prosecutors often bring the harshest charges they can...
Divorces among those over 50 are on the rise in Massachusetts
Discussions about divorce often involve significantly outdated ideas. Those preparing for divorce or talking with friends about it may discuss divorce with ideas that are actually decades old. For example, the idea that divorce is an issue for those who get married...
What happens to a pet in a contested Massachusetts divorce?
Some couples maintain a positive relationship even when they decide to divorce. The spouses can move forward with an uncontested divorce in which they mutually agree to specific terms for support, property division and child custody matters. Many Massachusetts couples...
This alternate court can help some defendants avoid jail
The biggest concern most people have when facing criminal charges in Massachusetts is the risk of going to jail. No one wants to lose their freedom. Defendants may also worry about how time in state custody could hurt their relationships or their careers. Many...
How doing the right thing can save you from drug charges
As stronger and more lethal drugs become increasingly easy to obtain, law enforcement and health officials continue to look for ways to minimize the mounting death toll from overdoses. Many overdose victims can be saved if they get the right help in time....
What are the most dangerous highways in Quincy, MA?
The possibility of a crash occurring is always a safety concern. Even when people are very careful and consistently follow the law, they can cross paths with others who don't. Motorists across Massachusetts and throughout the United States can end up injured in...