Massachusetts law sets forth certain situations in which a last will and testament can be contested upon the death of the individual who created it. There are a number of factors to bear in mind if you want to contest a will, including a will that was executed not...
As a Massachusetts small business owner, you have a lot of things on your plate. One that you may not have thought of yet is protecting yourself against a lawsuit. Unfortunately, most small business owners are under the assumption that only major corporations get...
In Massachusetts, you have to be at least 18 years old and of sound mind to make a will. State law requires that at least two people witness and sign the document in order for it to be valid. 1. Influence and fraud If someone put extreme pressure on the testator to...
After making your will and filing it in Massachusetts, you might think that the process is over. For the most part, there's nothing else that needs to be done aside from reading the will after your passing. However, there are times when your will can be contested....
When you start a business in Massachusetts, it's important to cover yourself from all angles. You never know when someone might file a lawsuit over a workplace injury, product liability or another potential issue. If the law is on your side, you might be able to stop...
Massachusetts businesses can choose from several different types of legal structures under which to operate. Businesses that elect to form corporations must follow specific rules. When corporations decide to go public, they will also need to have shareholders...
There are many construction projects taking place throughout Massachusetts. During a construction project, it's important to make sure your building has no defects, but what if you don't find out about any construction defects until years later? If this happens,...
Many people in Massachusetts avoid filing for bankruptcy because they fear that it will ruin their lives. Due to popular misconceptions about bankruptcy, some people believe that they will lose all their property or never be able to take out a loan again. In fact,...
When a Massachusetts business is publicly accused of employment discrimination, it can often be damaging. Whether or not an employee’s accusations of discrimination have any validity or even result in a lawsuit being filed, the insinuation damages people’s perception...
When a testator signs their Last Will and Testament, it is meant to be the legal document that outlines how the assets or inheritance from the testator is to be disbursed. An executor in Massachusetts should be aware of what is needed from them and be prepared to...
