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Traumatic injuries to the body can leave victims with devastating and long-term pain and suffering. Among the most serious traumatic injuries that a Boston victim can suffer is a traumatic brain injury. Traumatic brain injuries can result from a multitude of personal...
October is National Domestic Violence Awareness Month and it is important for Boston residents to understand that a large percentage of people will be the victim of domestic violence. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention more than one in three...
Boston residents who are confronted with the threat of abuse and harassment or are dealing with its physical and emotional effects should understand that they have the right to be safe in their own home. Being in an abusive relationship is often cyclical with...
Any incident in which there is a domestic violence allegation in Massachusetts can cause problems for the person who is accused. These can negatively impact anyone, but if it is a person who is in a prominent position, the aftermath can be challenging in myriad ways...
Ending a marriage can be one of the most painful experiences a person can encounter, especially when children are involved. Most divorcing couples want to make the process painless while reducing costs, and many work together to find common ground. However, that’s not...
Individuals in Massachusetts who are charged with domestic violence may not necessarily be guilty of the crime. There are many steps that a person may be able to take to clear their name and avoid a potentially significant interruption to their life. A close friend,...
Home is where many Massachusetts residents feel safe and able to let down their guard. It is the place where they raise their kids, support their spouses, and invest their energy and time. Often the individuals who live in one’s home are the closest and most special...
A Massachusetts resident can obtain a temporary restraining order against someone who is putting their emotional or physical security in jeopardy. The temporary order must be served within five days of a hearing, and a hearing date may be moved if service is not...
As a parent, your primary objective in life is to keep your kids safe and healthy. If you share parenting duties, you expect the co-parent also to prioritize the safety of your children. Still, emotions often run raw in the aftermath of a divorce. As such, you may...
In Massachusetts, domestic violence is taken seriously by the court system. Stalking is a component of domestic violence that is, often, punishable by time in jail, fines or probation. The act is typically comprised of actions that are unwanted by another person or by...