Supreme Judicial Court to Decide Whether the Commonwealth Has a Duty to Investigate Misconduct by Springfield Police Department
This month, the Supreme Judicial Court heard oral argument in Graham v. District Attorney for Hampden County, a case raising the questions of whether the Commonwealth has a duty to…
Nick’s Plumbing & AC Wins Neighborhood Favorite Award 2023
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The Supreme Judicial Court Must Clarify What Evidence Plaintiffs Need to Present to Have Discrimination Cases Heard by a Jury
Earlier this month, the Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court (SJC), heard oral arguments for Mark A. Adams v. Schneider Electric USA, Inc., an age discrimination lawsuit in which Monica Shah and…
Kluge v. Brownsburg Community School Corporation Caps off Week of Legal Developments on Transgender Rights — Boston Lawyer Blog — April 10, 2023
Last week saw a wave of legal developments—legislative, jurisprudential, and administrative—on issues related to trans rights. While state legislatures passed laws restricting medical care for transgender minors, and barring…
Independent Contractor or Employee? What it Means and Why it Matters — Boston Lawyer Blog — April 19, 2023
Employees have the benefit of a whole set of laws designed to protect them in the workplace. But what happens when an employer tells a worker that they are…
Supreme Judicial Court Requires Prosecutors to Prove Lack of License in Firearm Cases — Boston Lawyer Blog — April 25, 2023
Since its 2008 decision in Heller, the U.S. Supreme Court has been expanding the understanding of the constitutional right to bear arms under the Second Amendment. Heller held that the…
Two New SJC Opinions Refine Long Decision on Suppressing Evidence from Racially-Motivated Stops — Boston Lawyer Blog — May 24, 2023
Considerable data shows that police stop Black people in the U.S. much more frequently than white people. At least some of these stops are motivated by racial profiling, implicit or…
In Commonwealth v. JF, Supreme Judicial Court Makes Sealing Non-Convictions Easier — Boston Lawyer Blog — June 6, 2023
Criminal records can have a devastating impact on access to life-affirming resources such as housing and employment. To address this issue, Massachusetts has steadily passed legislation that has made it…
Connecticut Supreme Court Holds Yale’s Lack of Procedural Protections Allows Defamation Claims Against Complainant to Go Forward — Boston Lawyer Blog — June 24, 2023
When can a person accused of sexual misconduct sue the accuser for defamation? Since the #MeToo movement began, more and more people accused of sexual assault have turned to defamation…
Governor Healey Grants Seven Pardons and Recommends Modernization of the State’s Clemency Guidelines — Boston Lawyer Blog — July 21, 2023
Last month, Governor Maura Healey recommended seven individuals to the Governor’s Council for pardons and on July 19, 2023, the Governor’s Council unanimously voted in favor of all seven pardons.…
In Latest Violence Against Women Act Reauthorization, Congress Created a Remedy for Victims of Revenge Porn — Boston Lawyer Blog — August 11, 2023
Over the last several years, it has become increasingly common to send or request nude or intimate images in the context of personal relationships. However, it is important that all…
Supreme Court Clarifies Intent Standard For “Threats” In Stalking and Harassment Cases — Boston Lawyer Blog — August 15, 2023
The Internet is the central forum in our society for expressing ideas. Many of us read or create countless public messages and posts each day on platforms like Facebook, Instagram,…
How to Avoid False Advertising Claims
Advertising is a powerful tool for promoting a product or service to a specific audience. However, it’s important that businesses do not make misleading claims in their advertisements, as doing…
Futuristic Smart Plumbing Technology To Protect Your Home
Touchless Faucets Imagine this scenario: you’re preparing dinner and handling raw chicken. You need to wash your hands, so you turn the faucet handle and wash. Following that, you turn…
You Helped Us Win The Top Choice Award For Best Plumber in Ottawa!
This is incredible! What a feeling! We are so proud to announce that John The Plumber has been crowned the Top Choice Award Winner for Top Choice Plumber in the…
AI and Copyright Law | Rocket Lawyer UK
Artificial intelligence (AI) programmes, like OpenAI’s now-ubiquitous ChatGPT, appear to be one of 2023’s hottest chat topics for businesses and individuals alike. Alongside whether AI will edge us all out…
Are Flushable Wipes Bad For Plumbing?
Flushable wipes, also known as butt wipes, are a type of personal hygiene product designed to be used in place of traditional toilet paper. They are typically made from a…
The Importance of Sump Pumps in Preventing Basement Flooding
Sump pumps generally operate using one of two mechanisms: Submersible pumps: These pumps are installed inside the sump basin, fully submerged in water. They have a sealed, waterproof motor that…
Does AI have a Future in Legal Services?
Everyone’s wondering whether artificial intelligence (AI) is out to steal their jobs, or at least to make their industry’s job market increasingly competitive. Lawyers are certainly no exception. Various researchers…
Everything Homeowners Need To Know About Lead Pipes
Tap water testing for lead can be done at any time of the year, as lead levels in water are influenced by various factors such as plumbing materials, water chemistry,…
Why does my toilet clog so frequently?
Problem with Venting Plumbing vents are used to balance air pressure in the pipes and let sewer gas escape. If your toilet does not have proper (or any) venting connected…
Legal Considerations For Amazon UK Stores
Almost 90% of all Britons shop on Amazon UK with 70% of those customers buying from the online giant at least once a month! Selling products on Amazon UK is…
Ultimate Drain Clog Prevention Guide
Be Mindful of What Goes Down the Drain Prevention is key when it comes to avoiding clogged drains. Be mindful of what you allow to go down your drains, especially…
When Can I Get Indefinite Leave To Remain
If you are in the UK with some form of limited leave to remain, you are probably aiming to attain the status of indefinite leave to remain (ILR), or its…
Don’t Ignore These Red Flags
Detecting Blocked Drains Is the First Step In Repairing Them! Recognizing the early warning signs of a blocked drain is essential for maintaining the optimal functionality of your plumbing system.…
Learn How You Can Unclog Your Drains Yourself!
One of these Methods should unclog your drains without professional help! By following these DIY solutions, you can often unclog your blocked drains without the need to call a plumber.…
FAQs On UK Sponsor Licences
In this blog, we will reflect on the questions that we, as immigration lawyers, are most frequently asked about businesses’ being registered sponsors. We will focus on questions asked by…
How To Protect Your Home From Flooding
Install A Backwater Valve A backwater valve is a device that prevents sewage and wastewater from rising up from the public sewer system to your home. Otherwise, if the sewer…
What is the Data Reform Bill?
The Data Protection and Digital Information (No. 2) Bill was introduced to Parliament on 8 March 2023 and has since progressed to its third reading. It’s a second version of…
What They Are, Installation Costs & More
You hope it never happens, but a drain or sewer line in your home can get clogged. If that happens, you don’t want to dig up your yard or tear…