Must court rule on D's motion to strike my 1st amended complaint before I request leave to file 2nd amended complaint?

It would be helpful to know the details and for this reason I recommend consulting with a lawyer. I agree with the other lawyers that amendments...

Would I need an attorney to accompany me to this deposition, and if so, why?

I agree with the other lawyers but write separately to strongly urge you to have an attorney present. The reason being is that it seems that you...

Is Lustig Laser and Wilson a real debt collection firm or am I being scammed?

Yes Lustig Glaser & Wilson is a real law firm. Whether the debt is valid and whether you owe it is a different question.

I work as a sole proprietor with companies in board and advisory roles & a couple consulting contracts; should I create an LLC?

I agree with the other attorneys. There are liability issues and tax issues. If you have errors and omissions insurance, your personal assets...

Consumer protection 93a - car warranty

The statute of limitations for actions under 93A is four years so you have plenty of time. The warranty angle is good as breach of warranty may...

My client has not paid me for 3 months for the invoices between Oct 2014 - Jan 2015

You should consult with an experienced collections attorney who can help you with options for collecting this debt including filing a lawsuit and...

Is it legal for a massage business owner to charge her independent LMT's a fee ($15/hr) for blocking time on their calendar?

I agree with the other attorneys. A violation of the Wage Act (by classifying employees as independent contractors to avoid paying taxes) can...

A capias is only issued after (1) a judgment for money damages has been obtained in a civil suit (2) the creditor then files an action for...

Do I have to go and be deposed?

The short answer is you can be deposed but not in the way the lawyer is going about it. He would have to ask the Massachusetts court to issue a...

Employer of 28 yrs. fired me but now is asserting non-compete to stop me from working at minor customer. Does he have to pay me?

Under Massachusetts law, a noncompete is enforceable but it has to be reasonable in time and scope and geography. We would need to see the...