What is the law with regards to something like this?

There is no set amount of rent that a tenant is allowed to deduct in order to have landlords force a repair. Whether or not a tenant is even...

Mass tenant with bad water and eviction

A lot here depends on whether or not you are connected to town water services. If the landlord warned you about the well prior to starting your...

Can CRAs report adverse information older than 10 years for jobs that pay over 75,000 in MA?

The pay of the job you are applying to has no bearing on this answer. The fact that it is a business sector job may. When using a third party...

Where can I obtain the rhetoric for a "Contract of Repair Request" or agreement?

It sounds as if you want a very specific contract to your new business. Basically a repair contract that cover's all of your bases. Due to the...

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I'm looking for an attorney who can assist with changing name legally. There is no subject on this site for name change.

The process for changing your name might be different depending on why you want to change it. If you are getting married or divorced you can do it...

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Can I file my Answer to this Summons on Jan 4th and not miss the deadline?

In Massachusetts time is calculated starting the next day, but it includes the final day. 20 Days from December 16 is January 5th so you should be...

Can I win this appeal and can I counter sue

If you failed to attend the hearing on this matter you may have defaulted in the case. The other side did not have to prove their case, you...

Are we able to force them to move the pool or at the very least pay for an easement?

Your neighbors are trespassing. You can sue to have them move the pool or request that in the alternative they compensate you for an easement....

What is the page limit for a moving motion in Massachusetts? Ordinary motion, not motion for summary judgement.

Superior Court rule 9A specifies 20 pages for motion and memorandum of law in support thereof as well as other required formatting. Check the rules...

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How do attorney fees work in contingency arrangements?

Normally it is customary to take a case either on contingency or on an hourly basis. Contingency is normally in only certain types of cases like...