Criminal Defense

Many people have heard Miranda rights read on television shows and in movies. One of the fundamental rights is the right to remain silent. This is a critical protection for anyone who may be facing criminal charges. This right to remain silent prevents you from having...

When someone claims that an event was a “crime of passion”, they are saying that they reacted emotionally. They weren’t thinking about what they were doing because they were overcome by these emotions. For example, someone gets home a day early from a business trip...

A broad assortment of different situations could lead to assault charges in Massachusetts. Sometimes, a discussion at a bar or party ends in interpersonal aggression. Other times, someone feels compelled to step up to protect another person or prevent a crime from...

Drug possession is a serious offense in Massachusetts, and understanding the nuances can be crucial for anyone facing such charges. While most people think drug possession implies physically carrying illegal substances, the law is more comprehensive. You can still...

Not all neighbors get along and while sometimes conflict between neighbors may simply lead to verbal disputes or isolation, there may be some scenarios in which disputes could grow out of hand. Should a disagreement turn physical in nature, the outcome of an ensuing...

Law enforcement agents may use a variety of tactics when investigating the possible presence of drug-related activity, one of which may pertain to roadside drug testing. However, while these tests may be intended to react when combined with illegal substances, are...

While there might be many individuals who look forward to the influx of income a tax season refund might bring, this might not be the case for everyone. Those who owe tax debts and worry that they will struggle to meet these obligations might not know how best to...

When the actions of another driver prompt an angry response, it might be difficult to tell how one might respond to the situation. When emotions run high, the situation could quickly grow out of hand and result in a physical altercation, and the outcome could have a...

The ability to operate a motor vehicle can be an integral aspect of life, and loss of such privileges could create a variety of challenges. You may rely on your driving privileges to travel to and from work, or to provide your kids with transportation, and it could be...

When authorities encounter a driver exhibiting erratic behaviors, they may have a duty to initiate a traffic stop and investigate the matter. While sometimes this may only lead to a warning or a citation for traffic violations, there may always be a chance that the...