If the cleanup work was done, the labdscaper is entitled to be paid something in equity. $500 is about the going rate. I’d pay them and get any...

This looks like a classic slip, trip or fall case. It seems landlord was on notice of a dangerous and defective condition, failed to take...

What can I do ?

That should be good enough. Contracts are mutually-bargained for agreements with an offer, an acceptance and “consideration.” They can often even...

Can I have a default vacated in civil court?

Motions to vacate are routinely allowed, particularly before final judgment has issued. look at massachusetts rules of civil procedure 55(c) and...

My son and his 2nd wife are mad at me and trying to keep my 14 and 16 year old grandkids from me. Their mother says its fine

There’s a grandparents’ visitation statute that could have relevance and the custodial parent’s views will be highly relevant.

In general, yes, a 14 year old's stated preference could often be expected to be considered carefully by a Probate and Family Court Judge, though...

When should I get an attorney for car accident?

Typically, the insurance policy will call for your insurer to defend you—meaning they will hire a lawyer to represent you. You should clarify if...

Can I still get back money I lent to an acquaintance almost four years ago?

I’d let this go as a lesson generally to avoid lending money to friends and family. Some won’t pay you back. Here, you’d have to pay $100 to file...

Can my mother legally take my stuff for no reason

No, she can’t, even if you live at her home. You reached the age of majority at 18 and are an adult. How to address the situation, though, is...

I have custody of my daughter. She is 11 and wants to live with her father. Will the judge allow it?

It’s improbable that custody will shift based simply on the expressed preference of an 11 year old. Prior decisions have cautioned family court...