Additional Information: My friend and I got into a fight outside a bar in Berlin. The police witnessed it and arrested us both for assault but neither wants to press charges against the other. So, is there anything we can do, like refuse to press charges so the whole thing goes away? ATTORNEY ANSWER: Unfortunately once the matter is in
Additional Information: My husband moved out of our Southboro home almost 2 years ago. We’re on good terms with one another and share custody of our 2 children. He currently pays for daycare for our son and I’d like to ask him to help with the children’s medical/dental expenses. We have no assets to divide. ATTORNEY ANSWER: Unless and until
Additional Information: I left my husband a couple of years ago and moved away (we were married in Marlborough, MA). When I left, we just needed a break. We have no kids, I don’t intend to remarry and I’m not on his health insurance or vice versa. We haven’t kept in touch and I’m wondering if we can stay separated
Additional Information: My 17 year old daughter was caught for shoplifting at the Natick Mall. She has never been in trouble with the law before and I was shocked she would try to steal a $20 DVD. I thought it was handled by the store manager, but Natick police got involved and now she has to appear for a hearing.
Additional Information: Our son is a freshman in college at a Boston school and was home visiting for the holiday break. While out with some friends he was arrested by the Sudbury police for possession of a small amount of cocaine. My wife and I want the best possible result for him and are contemplating hiring an attorney to defend
Additional Information: I fell and injured my knee at a restaurant in Southborough. The carpeting was loose. There were several other patrons who tripped over the carpet before me, and this all happened in front of the hostess stand. I’ve had knee surgery and continue physical therapy. Do I have a case against the restaurant and can I sue for
Additional Information: We live in Framingham, MA and I just got a German Sheppard for my kids. My wife is concerned about our liability if the dog bites someone when she gets older. I thought this would be covered by our homeowners insurance. Is that so? Thank you in advance for your help. ATTORNEY ANSWER: Massachusetts has a strict liability
Additional Information: My wife and I have been separated for over a year. I am living with a new partner and considering starting my own business. Will my wife have any claim on the monies when we go through the divorce? ATTORNEY ANSWER: Until the divorce has been finalized the court may divide up assets even though they may have
Additional Information: My ex and I have agreed to lowered payments and we have drawn up a new agreement which we both signed. Is what we did legally binding or can she sue me for back child support? ATTORNEY ANSWER: The agreement should be filed and approved by the court in order for it to be valid. It would be
Additional Information: My 22-year old daughter was involved in a minor accident in a shopping plaza in Framingham, MA. She doesn’t know if she caused damage to the parked car she hit. She left the parking area without leaving her contact information and now she’s wondering what she should do. Can you please explain the law in this situation and
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