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Mortgage Pre-Approval Letter Leaves Lender Exposed to Claims from Seller

Selling a home—especially when preparing to move out of state—can be extremely stressful and requires trust and coordination among multiple…

2 days ago

When Does Petitioning Becomes Weaponized? The Appeal of 477 Harrison Ave., LLC v. JACE Boston, LLC

A major Massachusetts business litigation case now before the appellate courts could reshape the boundaries between what is constitutionally protected…

2 weeks ago

Civil Litigants Beware: Successful Abuse of Process Claims Can Create G.L. c. 93A Liability

A recent Superior Court case, 477 Harrison Ave, LLC v. Jace Boston, LLC et al should put any party defending…

3 months ago

Landlords On Notice: Security Deposit Funds Do Not Cover “Reasonable Wear and Tear”

It is often said that being a residential landlord in Massachusetts is difficult. There is a perception that statutory rules…

4 months ago

Defamation Law: Recent Supreme Court Case Reviews the Law

Defamation is a legal concept designed to protect individuals and organizations from false statements that harm reputations. It generally refers…

4 months ago

Updated Homestead Protection

Homestead protection shields a primary residence by requiring certain creditors to wait for the payment of their debts, after taxes…

5 months ago

A View, and a Finding of Adverse Possession from the Chief Justice of the Massachusetts Land Court

EMRG LLC, the owner of a property in Scituate, Massachusetts, filed a complaint containing counts of Try Title and Trespass…

5 months ago

The Distinctions Between a Statute of Limitations and a Statute of Repose

The distinctions between a statute of limitation and a statute of repose are both technical and significant. Under a statute…

8 months ago

Absentee Owners Beware: Your Co-Owner Can Kick You to the Curb

There is a concept in the law known as waiver, which means that failing to exercise your rights may result…

9 months ago

Is it a Bird? Is it a Plane? No, it’s a Drone That Must Be Registered with the FAA

As drones become more common for recreation, photography, and business, many people don’t realize they’re subject to federal registration laws—and…

10 months ago