I was left 10% of my fathers estate which consists of a home. Can I write a document and give that to my daughter in MA.

You can, but you shouldn't. The estate must be probated, and chances are the executor will want to liquidate the assets and distribute cash, in...

Two points: 1. It makes no sense to not have an attorney in Massachusetts for workers compensation cases. You NEVER reach in your own pockets...

Landlord didn't return my security deposit but sent me an itemized list demanding twice the deposit amount !!!

M.G.L. Ch. 186 sec. 15B holds your answer. It is a very complicated statute, confusing even to lawyers and judges. In essence, it says that if...

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It was probably served by a contstable, who would sign some sort of return or affidavit that he left it at your usual place of abode. It is...

I received a 30-day notice to quit. Do I continue to pay the rent or put the rent in escrow?

Pay the rent. The 30 day notice only gives the landlord the right to take you to court; only a judge, after trial, can actually evict you. ...

How did you get back your retainer if your lawyer has bailed on you?

A retainer, in the sense you are discussing, is an advance payment to an attorney against his future bills. Sometimes it can be an advance of a...

The contingent fee may be driving your lawyer's desire to settle the matter. You should let whoever you consult know about that. I suggest...

Had a case in 1994!!! was cwof with 3 yrs probation. was brought forward in 1995 and dismissed!!!! can't get a job because when

Unless you have a much more recent conviction on your record, this old record should not appear on any CORI which could be obtained for employment....

The Quincy police can be less than helpful, but if you go to the station, they should take your report, which you will need to file a civilian...

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What can I do if a company associates my social security number with a collection that does NOT belong to me?

There are both state and Federal Fair Credit and Collection Practices Acts, and there is provision for attorney fees in both. I believe the...