What is foreclosure? When you negotiate a loan with a loan provider, you agree to pay back what you have borrowed (this contract is called the “note”) as well as pay loan repayment installments on time (this is called the ‘mortgage’). If you do not pay installments on...
An AI Drafted Partnership Agreement or Vendor Contract May be Unenforceable
Artificial intelligence has increasingly become a convenient tool used by businesses to create marketing programs, draft contracts and policies, write emails and even prepare legal documents. The speed and apparent efficiency of chatbot generated documents make them...
Succession Planning for a Solo-Preneur: Protecting Your Digital Assets and Client Contracts
Solo-preneurs – those business owners who run their business entirely on their own - are often so busy running their business that they give scant regard to what might happen if they suddenly become ill, or are badly injured, or even die. The reality is that because...
The Unique Financial Challenges of Silver Divorces in Massachusetts
The numbers of older Americans divorcing, in what are often called “silver” or “gray” divorces, is on the rise. When couples who have been married for a relatively long period go through a divorce, the financial challenges tend to be more challenging than for younger...
Who Is Liable for Repairs to Boundaries and Retaining Walls in Massachusetts?
Common causes of disputes between neighbors are issues relating to structures on or near the boundaries between neighboring properties. Massachusetts laws relating to who is liable for repairs to boundary fences and retaining walls are not very clear, making it...
Succession Planning for Family-Owned Businesses in Massachusetts
Many small businesses in Massachusetts are family owned, which can present unique challenges when a consideration of succession planning inevitably comes around. A well structured and thought out succession plan can avoid the sorts of problems that could otherwise...
What to Do During a “Knock and Announce” in Massachusetts
Police officers may call at your home for various reasons, not necessarily because they are investigating a crime. If there is a natural emergency imminent, for example, they may door knock to warn residents or ask them to evacuate. They may also call at other times...
Shareholder Freeze-Outs in Small Businesses in Massachusetts
Small businesses, which often consist of a limited number of shareholders, sometimes consisting solely of family members, often have certain advantages which can come from relatively easy communication between individual shareholders. There are also risks inherent in...
Understanding the Impact of Coercive Control in the Workplace in MA
Forms of psychological intimidation and non-violent abuse, recognized recently in Massachusetts coercive control legislation, are widely embedded in domestic relationships and to a lesser degree have their parallel in workplaces where individual workers experience a...
Alimony/Spousal Support Trends & Changes in Massachusetts
The amount of alimony, also called spousal support, awarded as a result of a divorce in Massachusetts, is one of the more contentious aspects of a divorce. Which spouse should receive alimony, if any, how much should the paying spouse have to pay and for how long...
Durable Powers of Attorney & Health Care Proxies in Massachusetts
If you become incapacitated for any reason at some point in your life, either because of an accident, a serious illness or other medical condition, it can become a legal nightmare for your spouse or close family to then make sudden important decisions about your...
Criminal Record Expungement & Sealing in Massachusetts — Eligibility and Process
If you have had a criminal conviction and have paid the price in fines and / or incarceration, you may find that your past convictions can make it much more difficult to get a job, find somewhere to live and even access opportunities in education. In Massachusetts,...
What to Do If Your Business Is Sued: A Guide for MA Small Businesses
Whatever business you own or are responsible for, there may come a time when you face being sued. The following article is a brief guide to what to expect and what you should do in the event of a business lawsuit. Note that under Massachusetts law, unless you are an...
How Medical Malpractice is Handled in Massachusetts
Medical malpractice occurs when a medical professional’s or medical provider’s negligence causes a patient harm. A medical malpractice claim is a difficult process and it is advisable to understand how a claim can be pursued and preferably obtain legal help from an...
Hot New 2026 Massachussetts Laws Every Resident Should Know
Every year, the state’s Governor signs into law new legislation. Much of the new laws do not necessarily affect most Massachusetts residents, but whether you are an individual, business owner or government worker, it is important to be aware of what is coming into...
Social Media Mistakes That Can Ruin Your Personal Injury Case
If you have had an accident through no fault of your own and were injured, you may be considering making a personal injury claim if you have enough evidence to show that the accident was due to negligence and could have been avoided. Personal injury claims can be...
Contracts That Every Small Business Owner in Massachusetts Should Have in 2026
In Massachusetts, the opportunity to run a small business has never been better, but it will become more legally complex in 2026, particularly in relation to evolving employment laws, a stricter data-privacy outlook, more remote work provisions, and a rise in...
The Most Common Winter Accidents in Massachusetts — and Your Rights if Injured
Accidents can happen at any time and anywhere, but winter brings additional risks which residents of Massachusetts should be aware of and be prepared for. The most common winter accidents are car accidents and slip and fall accidents because of the likely presence of...
Homeowner Association Disputes: Rights and Remedies Available in Massachusetts
Most people are aware of typical neighbor disputes that occur from time to time over such things as boundary confusion, damage caused by trees, noise and other intrusions. However, less well known are homeowner association (HOA) disputes that can be far more...
Converting a Residential Property into Mixed Use in Massachusetts
For a Massachusetts property owner today, there has been a great interest in combining living space with running a business. This is because even an artist who just wants a studio at home, a physical therapist who would like to run a private practice, or a business...




















