Have you already chosen a name for your new business? If so, you want to ensure that it is allowed in Massachusetts. If you do not have a name picked out, the following information can help you understand what is and is not permitted. If you have never owned a...
A spinal cord injury is one of the most serious and devastating injuries a person can suffer. Sometimes, this injury can be permanent and result in paraplegia, which is the inability to move the lower part of the body. Even if you recover your movement after therapy,...
The value of your belongings, how much effort you invested in estate planning and your family relationships will all influence how stressful and complex the administration of your estate will become. Testators could have challenges brought against their estates after...
People sometimes act as if fatigued driving or drowsy driving are not all that important. They may just roll down the window to help keep themselves awake. They may buy a cup of coffee. They know that they’re tired, but they’re not going to pull over and stop...
One of the most common wage and hour violations by employers is misclassifying employees as independent contractors. Whether it’s done intentionally or unintentionally, misclassifying someone as an independent contractor can cost them income, benefits and legal...
Many of the violations of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) investigated by the federal government involve wage and misclassification regulations. Take a Massachusetts case involving a courier service that was settled late last month. The company was accused of...
While it may be a surprise to some, studies have proven that small dogs are more aggressive than larger ones (in most cases). Understanding this fact may help you stay safe and avoid an attack or bite. Believe it or not, even small dogs can cause injuries and harm,...
Estate planning is a deeply personal process in which someone must think about their life and their loved ones to make decisions about who will inherit from their estate when they die. Such personal decisions should be a reflection of someone's values and closest...
The economy is bouncing up and down and inflation is causing prices on just about everything to skyrocket. Small business owners need to do everything they can to avoid extra costs if they want to survive – and that may include finding ways to avoid overtime. It’s...
Being involved in a car accident, even a minor one, can be a scary and overwhelming experience. While the immediate impact of a car accident can be significant, there are long-term factors you may not be aware of. It’s these long-term issues that may cost you more in...
