Looking for a construction contractor? Beware of scammers On behalf of Law Offices of Richard Mucci posted in Construction Law on Wednesday, October 10, 2018. Many Massachusetts residents want to make their homes their own. This may involve doing some renovations that...
Alimony considerations could push divorce filings up now
On behalf of Law Offices of Richard Mucci posted in Alimony on Wednesday, October 3, 2018. The last three months of the year have begun, which means that many Massachusetts residents may be trying to determine what matters they need to wrap up before the end of the...
When it comes to contracts, what does it mean to breach one?
On behalf of Law Offices of Richard Mucci posted in Contracts on Monday, September 24, 2018. Massachusetts business owners tend to form relationships with vendors, suppliers and other businesses that help them thrive. Cementing those relationships often includes the...
Giving kids what they need through child custody plans
On behalf of Law Offices of Richard Mucci posted in Child Custody on Wednesday, September 19, 2018. While it is a good idea for Massachusetts parents to assure their kids that they are not responsible for the end of their parents' marriage, the kids still need more...
How do indemnity claueses fit into construction law?
On behalf of Law Offices of Richard Mucci posted in Construction Law on Tuesday, September 11, 2018. Every project is different, so every contract often is as well. This includes the indemnity clauses put into construction contracts here in Massachusetts and...
Disputes over contracts could stop people in their tracks
On behalf of Law Offices of Richard Mucci posted in Contracts on Thursday, September 6, 2018. Business disputes are nothing new. It would more than likely be nearly impossible to find any two people who always get along, whether here in Massachusetts or elsewhere. For...
Dogs, divorce and decisions on what happens to the family pet
On behalf of Law Offices of Richard Mucci posted in Divorce on Monday, September 3, 2018. The family dog is no longer just an animal used for protection or company. Many Massachusetts families view their dogs as members of the family. This makes deciding what happens...
The court’s considerations when it comes to awarding alimony
On behalf of Law Offices of Richard Mucci posted in Alimony on Tuesday, August 28, 2018. After being married for a number of years, one member of a couple may have become used to a standard of living while staying home with the kids, among other reasons. If the...
Contracts need to include certain elements to remain valid
On behalf of Law Offices of Richard Mucci posted in Contracts on Friday, August 24, 2018. When entering into an agreement with another party, it should be in writing. That may seem like some of the most obvious advice when it comes to contracts, but some Massachusetts...
The types of defects seen in construction law matters
On behalf of Law Offices of Richard Mucci posted in Construction Law on Friday, August 17, 2018. Massachusetts residents expect that their property is well built. When it becomes apparent that defects in a structure exist, most owners will turn to the builder for...
Understanding what child custody means before negotiations begin
On behalf of Law Offices of Richard Mucci posted in Child Custody on Friday, August 3, 2018. Massachusetts parents who face divorce usually want to shield their children from it as much as possible. The problem is that there is no way to do so completely. What parents...
Should the language in contracts be simpler easier to use?
On behalf of Law Offices of Richard Mucci posted in Contracts on Wednesday, July 25, 2018. Massachusetts business owners often enter into relationships with other businesses. When doing so, they more than likely enter into contracts governing those relationships. Even...
Understanding how the court views your divorce issues
On behalf of Law Offices of Richard Mucci posted in Divorce on Wednesday, July 18, 2018. When the time comes to sit down and talk about resolving your marital issues, you may wonder whether you can work out a settlement with your future former spouse or will have to...
A parenting plan can account for numerous child custody issues
On behalf of Law Offices of Richard Mucci posted in Child Custody on Thursday, July 12, 2018. When Massachusetts couples divorce, one of their biggest concerns will more than likely be how to continue parenting. Their relationships are probably not in the best place...
Divorce and the new tax law could impact retirement savings
On behalf of Law Offices of Richard Mucci posted in Divorce on Monday, July 9, 2018. Retirement and financial planning during marriage looks different than it does for newly single Massachusetts residents. After a divorce, many people find themselves facing an uphill...
Going through a divorce while living in the same house
On behalf of Law Offices of Richard Mucci posted in Divorce on Monday, July 2, 2018. Even though the economy has made improvements in recent years, many Massachusetts homeowners continue to struggle with their mortgage loans. For couples who decide to divorce, this...
Breaking bad news: telling your kids about your divorce
On behalf of Law Offices of Richard Mucci posted in Divorce on Thursday, June 21, 2018. Sometimes marriages end amicably. Sometimes they end with anger, deception and hurt feelings. Regardless of whether you're viewing your impending separation from your spouse as a...
What happens to the family pet in a divorce with children?
On behalf of Law Offices of Richard Mucci posted in Divorce on Thursday, June 21, 2018. Massachusetts families are often more than just the parents and children. Many have pets that they consider to be part of the family. When it comes to divorce, figuring out what to...
Consider the pitfalls that could arise after a divorce
On behalf of Law Offices of Richard Mucci posted in Divorce on Friday, June 15, 2018. Massachusetts couples may find it challenging to see the future as a marriage ends. The emotions that accompany a divorce may also make people worry more about the immediate future....
Setting the stage for post-divorce financial security
On behalf of Law Offices of Richard Mucci posted in Divorce on Monday, June 11, 2018. The end of a marriage comes with many changes, including financial ones. As part of the divorce process, each party works toward reducing the financial impact of it. Doing so...