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Massachusetts residents may be aware that operating a vehicle under the influence of alcohol or drugs can earn then a suspension of their driver’s license. However, they may not be aware of how prior offenses and other specifics of the situation could affect this...
When you hear about someone being involved in domestic violence, you may think about hitting, punching or other types of physical abuse. However, there are many other ways that domestic violence can be committed in Massachusetts and other locations. This type of...
In the state of Massachusetts, domestic violence doesn't have to be physical. Your partner could accuse you of emotional abuse when they bring the case to court. Emotional abuse can be hard to define, but it typically has a few main components. What are some examples...
Many Massachusetts residents can easily recount fond memories that involve the honeymoon stages of past relationships. In many cases, these individuals could not detect issues in the early stages of a romantic relationship that indicated signs of later problems. This...
Stalking is about more than “bothering” someone. A stalker could put an intended victim into a state of tremendous fear. Fears might be warranted, as some stalkers could be prone to violence. Procuring a restraining order might help the situation and, in some cases,...
Domestic violence is a serious problem in Massachusetts and throughout the United States. It is important that individuals understand the domestic violence laws of their own jurisdictions so that they understand who and how protections are granted. This post will...
Traditionally, courts held that a person could not collect compensation if they were partly at fault for the accident in which they were injured. This theory of "contributory negligence" led to unjust results in many cases. For instance, a person might have been...
When couples in Massachusetts decide to divorce, the spouses find themselves having to make a lot of hard decisions. These decisions include the division of assets, something that can create confusion and animosity during and after the divorce. Asset division issues...
Domestic violence can have serious consequences. Because the terms assault and battery are often used when describing domestic violence, it’s helpful to understand their general meaning and the penalties that a court can impose under Massachusetts law. An assault is...
Domestic violence is unacceptable in any form. It is sometimes thought of as a physical act, but it can extend to conduct that exerts power and control over a victim in other ways. Stalking is a form of domestic violence intended to intimidate victims and it is...