2022-09-14 15:52
SJC THROWS AN ALIMONY AND CHILD SUPPORT CURVE BALL WITH RECENT CAVANAGH RULING
By Jessica Peterson
In a rather upending decision, the Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court in Cavanagh v. Cav… Read More
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2021-11-23 20:22
Levine-Piro Law, P.C. is proud to announce that four attorneys of the firm (Melissa Levine-Piro, Katie (Kathleen) Murphy, Christine Boutin and Amanda Castro) were all named top 2021 attorney… Read More
2021-10-05 14:01
By Chelsea Farrell, Esq.
Let’s shed light to the impact of domestic abuse and continue to advocate for victims of intimate partner violence. It is no secret that leaving a battering pa… Read More
2021-10-05 14:01
By Chelsea Farrell, Esq.
Let’s shed light to the impact of domestic abuse and continue to advocate for victims of intimate partner violence. It is no secret that leaving a battering pa… Read More
2020-12-17 22:41
MA Paid Family and Medical Leave Starts January 1, 2021By Christopher Wurster, Esq. 2021 is a great year to be an employee in Massachusetts because on January 1, 2021, employees can beg… Read More
2020-08-12 18:01
ALIMONY AND THE COMMON HOUSEHOLD ARGUMENTBy Jessica L. Peterson, legal intern
Is your ex-spouse trying to suspend, reduce, or terminate alimony payments owed to you because you live with som… Read More
2020-07-07 14:10
SUPREME COURT EXTENDS WORKPLACE DISCRIMINATION PROTECTION TO LGBTQ COMMUNITY
Did you know Massachusetts was the second state to prohibit discrimination on the basis of sexual orientation? Fo… Read More
2020-05-12 21:48
Massachusetts Court Rules Divorcing Couples Can Disparage Each Other All They Want
By Melissa Levine-Piro
In a somewhat surprising decision by the Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court… Read More
2018-10-05 19:50
Violence Against Women Act to Expire? …. Again?
Did you know October is Domestic Violence Awareness month? Domestic Violence is still so prevalent in our society. Every 9 seconds a wo… Read More
2018-08-22 20:59
After years of bouncing around non-compete reform legislation, Massachusetts has finally passed it. The new law will take effect on October 1, 2018 and includes sweeping restrictions on the… Read More
2018-07-20 15:23
An upcoming change in the tax law will eliminate a tax break surrounding alimony payments made from one ex-spouse to another. The law, which will go in to effect in 2019, will prohibit divor… Read More
2018-05-21 17:29
Supreme Court Deals Major Blow to Class Action Suits by Employees By: Christopher Wurster, Esq.
In a decision that will have major real-world consequences for private sector employees… Read More
2018-03-20 11:40
While much of the law is a gray area far from black and white, the answer to this question is most definitely “NO”. The very purpose of a Will is to enter an estate into pr… Read More
2018-02-19 21:41
Last week the House passed a bill (the “ADA Education and Reform Act,” or, “the bill”), which cuts provisions of the American with Disabilities Acts (ADA). The… Read More
2018-02-19 21:41
Last week the House passed a bill (the “ADA Education and Reform Act,” or, “the bill”), which cuts provisions of the American with Disabilities Acts (ADA). The… Read More
2017-11-27 23:53
Here’s why you should think about incorporating your small business.
Whether you are starting a new business or have been running a business for years, you can and should incorporate y… Read More
2017-11-21 23:08
The post Are you sure you don’t have a Harvey Weinstein on the payroll? What you should do to protect yourself and your company. appeared first on Levine-Piro Law Read More
2017-11-08 20:44
The loss of a close family member can be an overwhelming experience. There are emotions of sadness and grief to process, while at the same time, financial and legal issues arise. Often… Read More
2017-10-04 15:36
The trend towards adopting a no-fault divorce option hit Massachusetts in the late 1970s, having started in California in 1969. With both options still on the table when a couple gets divorc… Read More
2017-09-25 13:40
“Probate” is a word that instills dread in many people; thoughts of months spent waiting while the case drags through the court system. Happily, that is no longer true for… Read More
2017-09-12 19:01
The post Civil Asset Forfeiture: Know Your Rights! appeared first on Levine-Piro Law Read More
2017-09-11 19:40
The recent data breach involving Equifax is reported to be one of the largest security breaches ever as it affects as many as 143 million people in the US.
Equifax is a nationwide credit rep… Read More
2017-09-04 13:57
What are “pain and suffering” and “emotional distress” in the legal world? There is a lot of confusion about what these terms mean and when they come into play, so le… Read More
2017-08-28 20:46
Massachusetts is once again at the forefront of employee protections, as Governor Baker signed the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act into law on July 27, 2017. The law will go into effect… Read More
2017-08-21 16:48
For many people with disabilities in the Commonwealth, saving for the future while preserving needed government benefits such as SSI and MassHealth has been a challenge. Not anymore! On May… Read More
2017-08-16 14:20
Why do you need a car accident attorney? 5 Reasons to call a lawyer if you’ve been in an auto accident.
Recovering from a car crash is stressful enough. No one expects to be in a car… Read More
2017-08-09 13:40
The long-anticipated updates to the Massachusetts Child Support Guidelines were issued recently and, of course, are the source of much discussion among family law attorneys. A link to the 20… Read More
2017-08-01 02:07
By Christopher Wurster, Esq. & Janel Carr
When can you be sued for the actions of your child? Nearly all states in the United States have laws regarding a parent’s responsibility f… Read More
2017-05-10 17:58
Yogurt Giant Takes on Conspiracy Theorist in Defamation Suit
Maker of delicious yogurt, Chobani, recently filed a lawsuit against right-wing conspiracy theorist Alex Jones for defamation. Ch… Read More
2016-05-23 19:13
Employers’ Fears of PTSD Are Costing Veterans Civilian Jobs
As someone who represents Veterans, this topic makes me really frustrated.
According to a newly released survey, military… Read More
2016-05-10 18:53
On April 21 of this year, Uber reached a settlement with the 385,000 drivers listed on the class-action suits filed against them. The suits, filed in California and Massachusetts, focused on… Read More
2016-05-04 19:22
Regardless of age, circumstance, or personal finances, everyone should have an estate plan. This article explains the importance of having an estate plan and breaks down the three core piec… Read More
2016-03-29 15:32
Edith is an eighty-three year old widowed woman with three adult children. Edith had always been very independent and active. Although none of her children reside near her, they called and… Read More
2016-03-29 15:32
Edith is an eighty-three year old widowed woman with three adult children. Edith had always been very independent and active. Although none of her children reside near her, they called and t… Read More
2016-03-02 19:13
Last month, we brought to you a story about how social media can negatively affect your case.
During our last piece, we touched on how social media could wreck a personal injury case –… Read More
2016-02-24 19:23
Everyone is familiar with the Johnson and Johnson brand. It is advertised everywhere – a familiar and trusted brand, associated especially with children. Who doesn’t know the sl… Read More
2016-02-11 18:22
Just the title “non-compete” makes your skin crawl, doesn’t it? To go all Fox newsy, there’s something almost “un-American” about the word. Competition i… Read More
2016-02-05 19:25
With the age of technology comes new challenges for an old system that has, with some exceptions, of course, proven tried and true. Along the way, many paper-based professions are starting t… Read More
2016-02-01 19:59
You’ve just started work at a big-box employer. It’s your first day and you’re given a stack of papers to read through and sign. Chances are you will skip right to the si… Read More
2016-01-25 16:42
Imagine you’ve won a settlement in a court case after a protracted and difficult legal battle. Naturally you’re going to want to share the good news with your friends on Faceboo… Read More
2016-01-18 11:40
You may have heard in recent months that the wait time for Veterans benefits claims has decreased – but many have had claims pending for months or even years. So which is it?
Well, for… Read More
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