Navigating an uncontested divorce in Massachusetts can be a smoother and more efficient process compared to a contested one. However, even in an uncontested divorce, there are significant advantages to using an attorney: 1. **Legal Expertise**: An attorney ensures...
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Mistakes to avoid when getting divorced
Divorce is a complex and emotionally taxing process that can be fraught with potential pitfalls. It is easy to make mistakes that can have long-lasting implications for your family and negatively affect your divorce. Here are some critical errors to steer clear of...
Massachusetts Now Has a Law to Prevent Revenge Porn
In a significant move to protect individuals' privacy and combat digital abuse, Massachusetts has enacted a new law targeting the non-consensual distribution of explicit images, commonly known as revenge porn. For many years, people have distributed naked pictures of...
Navigating Social Media During Divorce: A Guide to Protecting Your Privacy and Interests
Divorce is a challenging and often private ordeal that can become complicated with the involvement of social media. In the digital age, the content shared on platforms like Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter can significantly impact divorce proceedings. Understanding...
Understanding Employer Liability for Unpaid Vacation Pay in Massachusetts
In Massachusetts, the law is clear when it comes to an employer's obligations to pay accrued vacation pay upon termination of employment. The Massachusetts Payment of Wages Law (Mass. Gen. Laws ch. 149, § 148) mandates that employers must pay out any accrued, unused...
Massachusetts Approved New Law Increasing Estate Tax Threshold
In a significant shift in tax policy, Massachusetts enacted a new law that raised the estate tax threshold, marking a substantial change for estate planning and tax considerations within the state. This new legislation, which came into effect on January 1, 2023,...
The role of real estate brokers in Massachusetts has changed.
The role of real estate brokers in Massachusetts has undergone significant changes recently. A landmark $418 million settlement with the National Association of Realtors (NAR) has introduced reforms that are expected to transform the American real estate market. This...
When separating and leaving your home video the contents.
One of the most important steps to take when you are going through a divorce is to document the state and value of your marital assets. This can help you avoid disputes and ensure a fair division of property. One of the best ways to do this is to video the home and...
How to Separate Finances When Getting Divorced
Divorce is a difficult and stressful process that can affect many aspects of your life, including your finances. If you are going through a divorce, you may be wondering how to se,parate your finances from your spouse and protect your assets, income, and credit...
What happens in a Massachusetts custody case if a parent uses marijuana?
The simple answer to this question is that mere use of marijuana is legal and does not have any effect on a custody case. Marijuana and alcohol are both legal in Massachusetts. In custody cases, Marijuana is treated the same as alcohol. This means that proof of mere...








