Smoking accusations, need reasonable accommodations, concerning a transfer to a sec-8 apt that allows smoking.

It is highly unlikely that smoking will be considered a reasonable accommodation by any agency or landlord, as it is generally accepted that it is...

Do I have to pay the full rent or just the utilities?

Unless there is an agreement otherwise, the new owner assumes your lease as part of the sale. You need to contact the new owner to figure out who...

There are two statutes that limit when a malpractice action can be brought in Massachusetts. All medical malpractice claims are subject to a three...

Can I have him served in Probate Court today? Can a court officer serve Capias?

A capias warrant must be served by a sheriff or constable unless the Court allows someone else to serve it or the Court determines that a police...

What is the best way to advance my strategy in order to get my money back?

In small claims court, the Court takes care of notifying the Defendant of the case when you file your claim, unlike regular District or Superior...

If the sheriff serves th capias on the defendant does the plaintiff need to rush from two hours away to meet the sherif

If you want to receive payment, unfortunately you will have to make the time to attend the next scheduled hearing on the matter. This should not be...

I was hired as a temporary holiday worker at a retailer in MA. Are they required to pay me immediately upon termination when tha

It sounds from your question as if you are asking about unemployment benefits, based on the question about voluntary v. involuntary termination....

Should I take pictures or get a police report for documentation?

You will not be able to get a police report as the Landlord hasn't committed a crime, he's committed a violation of the contract. Taking him to...

Can we insist that a home care agency send someone who isn't black to care for my racist elderly mother?

Unfortunately the home care agency is prevented from making any hiring decision based on race. If they made assignments based on race they might be...

Is this considered assault and what can I do?

This would be assault and battery as you were physically touched in a harmful or offensive way and you feared and perceived that you would be...