In Massachusetts, Chap. 431 of the Acts of 2010 is supposed to protect cash in bank accounts up to $2,500. Do banks honor this?

I agree with my colleague and it has been my experience that banks do comply with this law.

Your spouse can properly file for the order in his home court. The substance is another issue. It sounds as if \the Harassment Prevention Order has...

I agree with my colleague that you do not have standing to sue the landlord's attorney. We could be of more assistance if we knew more facts about...

Can my employer suspend me for not coming into work even though I told them I wasn't coming in?

You are an employee at will and can be terminated at anytime unless you have a contract through a union or directly with the employer. Do you have...

Should I admit to poor performance in my written mid-year review?

I suggest you accent your positive attributes and explain the issues that confront you and your action plan for overcoming the issues,

Can a landlord's spouse, who is not on the lease, send tenants emails regaurding there apartment?

Good job going to the lease! I agree with the attorney who posted the first answer. However, late rent should be avoided and they could probably...

The landlord can use your security deposit to repair damage to the apartment by producing an estimate or paid bills demonstrating the need for...

51A?

A 51A is a report made to DCF reporting abuse and/or neglect. DCF will either screen in out or proceed to conduct a 51B investigation, which is the...

What options do I have?

To protect yourself send him a letter (certified return receipt or priority to maintain a records of you sending it and the landlord reviewing it)...

Can I be charge for a new carpet if they were already replacing it anyways for upgrades?

You are responsible for damages to the apartment but not normal wear and tear. If you believe the landlord is improperly holding your security...