In Massachusetts if a man gives a ring to a woman and asks her to marry him,and the woman gets sick and breaks off the wedding

An engagement ring is a symbol of a promise. Courts generally see it as akin to a deposit (I know, no need to comment). If the relationship ends,...

What are my rights when the tenant above me is constantly pounding her feet when we go to the bathroom, open a bedroom door?

What you do is notify your landlord via certified, return receipt requested (keep the envelope sealed if it comes back so the judge can open same)...

Although I do agree with the other attorneys, there is another issue. Her insurance company must deal with your claim in good faith. If they...

I am looking for advice regarding a family member that has abandoned a piece of Massachusetts family real estate. Thank you

If the property is in the name of the person who abandoned same, you probably do not have legal recourse as she is the owner of the property and...

Could a CHINS against a minor be considered exculpatory evidence against a minor in a statutory rape claim?

If this is a case of "statutory rape," the minor's previous behavior is not relevent. If a person who has reached the age of majority has sexual...

A mere mistake of spelling is not relevent if you can be identified as the cosigner above all others. The problems is, if you signed as cosigner,...

Is this treason?

Treason, the act of giving or assisting enemies of the state aid and/or comfort means that you are getting something from the subjuct "enemy" in...

Pro Bono Lawyer

An appeal does not allow you to enter new evidence. For an appeal, the evidence that was entered into the court as well as the procedure of the...

Husband refuses to comply with divorce agreement on grounds that mandate is "unnecessary". Now what?

If the agreement provides for tax year 2013, he is absolutely incorrect. If the agreement is silent about tax year 2013, he MAY be incoorect. ...

I recently befriended a woman who had children taken away by DCF and they were adopted out. I don't know the whole story.

As a rule, DCF takes the child and then the person has a hearing in 72 hours thereafter. To leave the child with her but tell her she has no...