Is it legal for landlord to change my locks and remove my belongings without notifying me in mass.

This sounds like a self help eviction which is most certainly illegal in MA. You should consult with a lawyer as soon as possible. It seems like...

Do I need a civil attorney?

You may have a cause of action based on a breach of the covenant of quiet enjoyment against your landlord, as well as a cause of action for...

Got served

I agree with my colleagues below. To the extent you have homeowner's insurance, you should send the complaint to your insurance carrier, as they...

Are motions to vacate judgement for small claims granted automatically if filed within 10 days?

I think it is important to clarify whether this was an appeal or a motion to vacate. A motion to vacate a judgment would not be granted...

I agree with my colleague below that this sounds as though you may have a claim against your landlord for breach of the warranty of quiet...

I rent in MA, need to break lease because job moving. No provision for early term in contract. What can be done?

I would add to the above answer that the landlord has an obligation to mitigate his damages, which essentially means he has to make reasonable...

Can I as a current tenant in this apartment, act like a real estate agent?

If you are trying to get out of your lease, your landlord has an obligation to "mitigate his damages" and must allow the apartment to be shown to...

You may have a claim against this individual for misrepresentation and for violations of Massachusetts General Laws Chapter 93A. With regard to...

Apartment complex failed to put my security deposit into a separate bank account, can I use that as grounds to break a lease?

In Massachusetts, if a landlord fails to place a tenant's security deposit into a separate interest bearing account, he forfeits the right to...

Based on the facts you provided, it would appear that if anyone would be liable should such an incident occur, it would perhaps be the snow plow...