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A single domestic dispute can leave you facing a domestic violence charge even when you were the one defending yourself. Massachusetts law recognizes self-defense as a complete defense to a domestic assault charge, but the outcome depends heavily on evidence, the...
If you or your spouse has a 401(k) and unvested stock options, both can be divided in a Massachusetts divorce. A judge decides each spouse's share by weighing factors such as the length of the marriage and each spouse's income and earning ability, so the split is fair...
A sudden dog attack can make your life very difficult. Fortunately, Massachusetts has strong laws to protect dog bite victims. However, before you figure out who is financially responsible for your injury, you should examine closely who owns or cares for the dog and...
School choice often becomes a point of conflict after divorce. One parent may want private school, while the other may prefer public school. In Massachusetts, who decides usually depends on the custody order and parenting plan. Who makes school decisions after...
College costs often raise new questions after a divorce. These expenses may require a plan apart from regular child support. Suppose your child receives offers from a state university and a private college. You prefer the private school, but your former spouse worries...
An empty nest divorce simply means that the parents who are getting divorced no longer have children living with them in the home. Their children are not minors, but are legal adults. In some cases, grandparents are getting divorced, so their children have grown up...
When it comes to OUI arrests in Massachusetts, one of the main tools that the authorities will use is a breath test or a chemical test. They can use a Breathalyzer to check a person's blood alcohol concentration (BAC). Exceeding the legal limit of 0.08% can lead to an...
You may be in a position where your reputation ties closely to your work. That connection can shape how you think about major life changes, including divorce. Alongside questions about asset division, you may also consider what information could surface and who may...
In Massachusetts, child support is often paid by the non-custodial parent – typically the one who spends the least amount of time with the child. This way, divorced parents can raise their children with the same level of financial support as parents who still live...
A domestic violence restraining order, also known as an abuse prevention order, is a document issued by the civil courts. People who have experienced domestic violence, harassment or stalking can petition the courts for an abuse prevention order. Once the courts grant...