My friend was cited for shoplifting about 5 or less dollars in value and was given a civil notice...

The $350.00 “civil fine” the retailer is talking about is not a fine at all, but a private demand for restitution. The retailer may make several...

If my husband owns a business and I own 50% of the shares am I entitled to alimony and a cash amt to buy me out of the business?

As attorney Hammarlund points out, your divorce is one where an attorney is definitely indicated and where hiring an attorney will save you...

If you marry during the 90 day Nisi/Absolute period your marriage is viodable (can be annulled), and you are guilty of bigamy (though seldom...

Custody can only be granted by court order. It cannot be transfered. This is not legal advice and is not intended to create an attorney-client...

My wife's income is almost double of what my income is. If she gains custody how does the child support/alimony work out.

Child support will be determined in accord with the Massachusetts Child Support Guidelines. A shortcut to understanding how the guidelines apply to...

My son stopped post secondary education and is 20 yrs old -- what do I need to file to stop payments in Massachusetts?

File a Complaint for Modification of child support and have the child ruled emancipated. That will allow you to terminate support. Child support...

I have sole physical & legal custody of my children. Can the non-custodial parent take them out of state for a week?

If the father wants more visitation privileges than were given to him by the courts in the final judgment, and you are unwilling to consent to...

I was in a car accident and I want to know whose fault it is?

Because you were entering the stream of traffic the presumptive determination will probably be against you. While the presumption is rebuttable,...

I was in a car accident and I want to know whose fault it is?

Because you were entering the stream of traffic the presumptive determination will probably be against you. While the presumption is rebuttable,...

I was in an accident 2 days ago, and it clearly was not my fault, but my ins is saying it is. How do i fight this?

If the accident happened only two days ago then you probably don’t have a formal determination from the insurance company. A formal determination...