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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...
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...
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...
In business and commercial litigation, there are ways to protect yourself if worse comes to worst. An anticipatory breach can be enacted when you expect a person or party to breach or break the rules of their contract, either through their words or their actions. By...
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...
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,...
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...
In the midst of a global economic downturn and shutdowns in various parts of the United States, many are struggling with the loss of their jobs. In some situations, this means no health insurance, leading to many having to pay for any medical care they need out of...
Massachusetts residents who are in significant debt spend a lot of time looking at their debt relief options. The problem is there are a lot of options out there, but only so many actually produce positive results. Consumer bankruptcy is something many people want to...
