I signed a 'rental contract' with my landlord less than a month ago. We've been here for 2 weeks. She left a notice that...

I agree with attorney Hammarlund. Also, you may want to suggest to the landlord to look into whether there are any local city or town programs to...

Tenants /renters rights?

You should make written complaints to the landlord. The best way to do this is through your local health/building inspector. You may have the...

Landlord was asked to fix a kitchen tile and refused due to expense. A 74 year old disabled woman tripped and fell.

The Massachusetts Housing Code requires that Floor must be smooth, nonabsorbent, and have a waterproof covering. I have seen landlords violated...

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I received a dui in MA. Araignment 3/30. When will my offense show on a CORI?

It is entered into the system after arraignment. Who can see it is another question. The courts, police, feds will see the open case and even a...

I agree with the other attorneys answers. I would like to add the if you are convicted in RI for another DUI, the Massachusetts RMV may treat it...

I'm guessing from your question that you are on pre-trial probation for a charge of domestic assault and battery because the alleged victim did not...

In addition to criminal penalties for shoplifting, Massachusetts General Laws, Chapter 231, Section 85R 1/2 says shoplifters are civilly liable to...

What action can be taken against a plaintiff in criminal case who has disobeyed court orders to a discovery ruling?

You should be represented by an attorney in this matter. There is no plaintiff in a criminal case so you're either referring to the prosecution or...

If I have a pending case and open another one is their any way to not do time

Well, one way is to be found not guilty through the representation of competent legal counsel. Having said that, there is no requirement that you...

Can I still be arrested if im 20 and the girl is 16 and we had sex but the legal consent of age is 16?

I agree with attorneys de La Cruz and Pang. Also, how sure are you that she is 16? Mistake of age is no defense to statutory rape in...