If you have been involved with a will before, then you might know that sometimes people in Massachusetts are not happy with the way that the will plays out. Heirs might be surprised that they were left out or that what they received was not what they expected....
Employers in Massachusetts and around the country are facing a wave of lawsuits and complaints in recent years filed by workers claiming that they were denied overtime pay or challenging their classification as independent contractors. The Department of Labor collects...
Contractor disputes happen from time to time during construction projects, which may result in a case going through the Massachusetts Home Improvement Contractor Arbitration program. The contractor and homeowners both have rights as long as it's a registered...
Probate litigation is necessary for families who must express grievances regarding a will or how an estate is handled. Massachusetts law establishes a strict rule over undue influence in this process. When one person obtains the trust of another in order to mislead...
Running a family business in Massachusetts has a lot of appeal. You can fill key roles with people you know and trust, and you'll be able to build up wealth and skills in the family. However, here are a lot of problems that can arise when you start a family business...
Contractors face a number of complexities as they work on construction projects. A simple misunderstanding can lead to a major error that leads to the filing of construction litigation in Massachusetts. Property owners must know when their problems have become legal...
When you're starting a business in Massachusetts, you need to choose a structure, which is what determines your tax rules. A sole proprietorship is the easiest type of business to start, but it has its downsides. How likely are lawsuits in your industry? Sole...
When Massachusetts residents hire a contractor for home improvements, they are hoping for great outcomes that will add value and livability to their homes. However, some contractors' poor practices lead to bad workmanship, endless delays, uncompleted jobs and...
The Truth in Lending Act allows you to cancel a home loan up to three days after obtaining it from a Massachusetts lender. This is referred to as the right of rescission, and it is designed to ensure that borrowers aren't bound by mortgage terms that they may have...
Although most people act in good faith after signing a contract, it's possible that the deal could be breached at some point after it goes into effect. Therefore, it's not uncommon for contracts to include clauses giving a breached party the right to seek liquidated...
