Braintree Legal Blog
Why do people fear bankruptcy?
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,...
How to prevent discrimination lawsuits before they happen
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...
Working through and defending a will contest
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...
Causes of partnership disputes
Partners in a business may, unfortunately, have serious disputes at one point or another. Although some individuals can resolve these disagreements amicably, certain issues between partners require litigation. There are some causes of action that business partners in...
The mechanics of a shareholder derivative lawsuit
Shareholder derivative lawsuits are a powerful tool to ensure that officers of a company are acting in the best interests of the shareholders. Many Massachusetts natives are shareholders of numerous companies, and by virtue of this status, they can initiate...
Litigation as a tool to protect business interests
Legal disputes can be complicated and costly for a Massachusetts small business. In order to resolve these issues in the most cost-effective way possible for the individual situation, it may be necessary to pursue litigation. Because of what is at stake, it is...
Avoid problems in the future by estate planning now
There are many reasons why it is practical to stop procrastinating about planning for the future. Making an estate plan may not seem necessary now, but failure to have the right documents and protections in place can lead to disputes and complications in case the...
Being left out of a will: What should be your next step
It is entirely possible for family members in Massachusetts not to share their will before they pass away. Understandably, they do not want any fighting to occur during their lifetime, and thus the reasoning for keeping it a secret. But what happens when they do...
Financial struggles for many center around medical debt
Many in Massachusetts and across the country struggle with the expenses associated with necessary health care needs. Medical care is expensive, even for those who have insurance. Deductibles are high, and many things are not covered by insurance. A patient could go...
Copyright infringement may, unfortunately, be easier than ever
Original and innovative ideas are not easy to come by, especially in the business world. You and others at your company have undoubtedly put in long hours and hard work to come up with creative work that helps your business stand out above the competition....
