In Massachusetts. Let's say I'm paying say $8,000 a year in Child Support. We both work and make basically the same money.

This is really one of those problems that should be addressed in the separation agreement, but often aren’t. If you fall into this category then...

Being Sued for Credit Card Debt - OC or debt collector?

While most collection procedures begin with a demand letter there is no requirement for one. At this point you should request a verification of...

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Restraining order prompts false police reports and stalking by a third party

1) If the police won’t file charges on your behalf, file a criminal complaint with the clerk-magistrate at your local District Court for damaging...

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Criminal harassment - am i in the wrong?

Thus could be one of two things: 1) A Clerk-Magistrate’s hearing to see if there is probable cause to issue a complaint for either criminal...

I feel that I have been discriminated at work, how do I know for sure?

Unless you are being treated differently because you are a member of a protected class (age, race, gender, handicapped, etc.), the employer is free...

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Do I have a chance to get bonus from my previous employer?

You need to see an employment attorney right away. If the facts are as you present them the attorney fees will probably be recovered as part of...

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My son is 23 and dating 17 yr old girl

The “chaste life” references the moral corruption women between the ages of 16 and 17 - it is very old and seldom used, though it is still law. The...

Is there any way to find out if there is a lawsuit against me?

If she is suing you it is probably in the District Court (regular session or small claims) or in the superior if it is a large value suit. You can...

Can I appeal from the magistrate’s decision against me, If I believe it was wrong?Is there anything I can do? Please Help! :(

An appeal to a small claims judgment in Massachusetts is a de novo review; however an appeal is only available to the defendant and not the...

I have not been paid for my overtime, What can I do

Call the Massachusetts Attorney General's Office - Wage & Hour Division. It is doubtful if you are an exempt employee and therefore you should be...