Agreed. All depositions are fishing expeditions, that's why they're part of what's called "discovery." I often use depositions to uncover facts,...

I have a general litigation question regarding complaints

In Massachusetts Initial pleadings (complaint, answer) are filed without appearance. Motion hearings usually require appearance of counsel, though...

I got swindled at a car dealership recently they got my numbers wrong that asking price on that guy almost became violent I need

Legal claims regarding fraud in connection with the sale/lease of motor vehicles are very time sensitive (i.e., very short timetables are in play)....

Domestic relations is not my specialty, but I am familiar with the discovery process in civil litigation. Generally what happens if you fail to...

Is this a conflict of interest or unethically? What are my options?

The Massachusetts Rules of Professional Conduct prohibit an attorney from representing a new client in a "similar or substantially related matter"...

Can I still be sued for an old debt?

I have seen many, many people show up in small claims court in response to a small claims complaint, where they are invited to have a friendly...

Subpoenas are orders from a court in a particular case to produce documentary or witness testimony. So you can't subpoena anything unless you are...

How to seal record in Massachusetts after acquittal ?

Good for you, that is a smart thing to do and doing so before sending out job applications is a very good idea. You can seal a record of a case...

If you are self represented to the court (PRO SE ) before going to the court for the first hearing can you hire the lawyer

Massachusetts allows attorneys to enter limited appearances in a case, e.g., to represent a client at a hearing. This will allow an attorney to...

Landlord lied about lead test results, should i get an attorney?

Here are links to two websites providing information on federal and state policies regarding lead disclosures: (1) Title X (Federal Lead...