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If a person is arrested as an illegal immigrant and facing deportation, they are not likely to be able to go to a bank or even an ATM. A person facing this possibility should take several steps to protect their finances: If there is a person that is a US Citizen that...
Undocumented immigrants may fear sudden arrest and deportation in a few days following the arrest. Any person with these fears who has minor children should take some actions to protect their children. The first concern should be where are the children going to sleep...
Smart home technology has become increasingly common. Devices located throughout a home can create recordings, histories, logs and other electronic information. When a marriage ends in divorce, some of that information may become relevant evidence. What Are Smart Home...
The use of tracking technology in abusive relationships is a serious and growing concern. Electronic tracking, a form of surveillance, is often used by abusers to exert control and power over their partners, violating their privacy and threatening their safety. This...
In 1692 a special court sitting in Salem, Massachusetts conducted a series of trials for the crime of witchcraft. All Defendants in these trials resided in Salem Village which is now known as Danvers, Massachusetts. The court held 19 trials and all 19 Defendants were...
Cell Phones and Digital Evidence in Court Cell Phones have become essential to people’s lives. Forgetting a cell phone has been compared to leaving the house undressed. We keep our cell phones turned on so we can receive calls, emails, and messages. As a result, our...
Massachusetts has enacted a law that redefines and clarifies who is legally considered a parent of a child in Massachusetts. The current law emphasizes that decisions about parentage of children are to be decided based on the best interests of the child. While this is...
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...
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...
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...
