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Getting pulled over and arrested for drunk driving can feel surreal, especially when you’ve never been in a situation like this before. Many people assume a first charge will be quick, minor or easily resolved, only to discover the situation is more serious than...
High-end wellness experiences come with high expectations. When a facial, peel or massage session leads to a serious injury, the immediate question is whether the waiver you signed bars any claim you plan to pursue. The answer is that courts often scrutinize the...
Drivers should always ensure that they are in the proper mental condition to operate their vehicle safely. This means that they should be well-rested before they get behind the wheel. Driving while fatigued puts drivers and others on the roadways at risk of being...
Birdnesting is a type of child custody plan where the children always live in the same house. Parents can still share custody, but they do it by moving in and out of the home. The schedule is for the parents, not for the children. For many people, this is...
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...
When parents divorce, custody arrangements are often their top concern. They want to ensure that they can preserve their bond with their children. Some parents may worry about the outcome of custody proceedings, especially if they do not agree with their spouses about...
Divorce is never easy, but when one spouse has a disabling condition, the financial stakes are especially high. For many people living with limitations, spousal support is an indispensable post-divorce resource. Massachusetts alimony laws may allow support for spouses...
Those involved in car crashes may spend days (at an absolute minimum) dealing with the aftermath. They sometimes sit at the scene of the crash for an hour or longer waiting for police officers to arrive. Then, they need to repair their vehicle and negotiate insurance...
Most professionals recognize that a car crash generally causes expensive harm. What professionals may not consider initially after a major car crash is how a collision could affect what they earn moving forward. Lost wages and lost earning potential can drastically...