Massachusetts military service members and veterans have seen major changes to
their pay and benefits over the past year. Basic pay is once again rising at the same rate as private-sector wages after several years of tight Pentagon budgets resulted in service members losing some ground compared to their civilian counterparts
FAQ's About Military Basic Pay
Is Debt Destroying Your Massachusetts Marriage?
It's no secret that money problems are a leading cause of stress in Massachusetts
marriages. And for a significant portion of Americans, debt is a major source of money strife that doesn't bode well for their love lives.
COVID-19 Layoff Or Pretext For Age Discrimination Against Older Massachusetts Employees?
The recent, unprecedented changes to our country and its workforce due to the
COVID-19 pandemic have upended the lives of millions. The economic fallout continues and in many instances, Massachusetts employers simply have no choice but to lay off large swaths of their employees due to the lack of business/revenue. And these employers have legitimate reasons for doing so and view this as a heart-wrenching but necessary step.
5 Personalities That Create High Conflict in Massachusetts Marriages
Conflict is an inescapable part of any Massachusetts relationship, especially a
marriage. We bicker. We argue. We butt heads. We have heated conversations. Conflict also plays a healthy and positive role in relationships: It helps us to push one another, to settle disagreements, to make feelings known, and to arrive at solutions. There are, however, those people who fall into conflict over the slightest provocations - or perceived provocations. These high-conflict personalities are easily triggered by minor episodes of miscommunication or the occasional offhand remark, until their relationships are dominated by contention. The conflict-oriented mind-set tends to see just two options during an argument: escape or win.
4 Steps to Help Teens Handle Your Massachusetts Divorce
Many Massachusetts divorcing parents put all their attention on helping their
younger children cope while assuming their teenager will understand and adapt. Unfortunately studies have shown that in many cases teens will deal with divorce in more self-destructive and dangerous ways than younger children. Don't be misled by their seeming independence and self-sufficiency. Often, behind that mask lie deep insecurity, anxiety, mistrust and fear.
Terms of a Massachusetts Rental Agreement
Every Massachusetts rental agreement must have certain terms, and is prohibited
from containing certain other terms.
How to Care for Massachusetts Children During Down-Turned Economy in Massachusetts
Is our down-turned economy having an effect on divorce in Massachusetts? While
it's too early for statistical evidence, reports from marriage counselors and divorce attorneys around the globe are in agreement. They're finding many couples who were ready to call it quits are postponing the divorce decision due to financial reasons. In the U.S., with housing values at near-record lows, wide-ranging cuts in salaries and a dramatic rise in unemployment rates, many couples are just not divorcing because they are afraid they can't afford it.
Types of Residential Tenancy Agreements in Massachusetts
Your rights and responsibilities as either a Massachusetts landlord or a tenant
depend on whether the tenancy is based on a lease or is an at-will tenancy.
Why Massachusetts Men Pull Away From Their Spouses
There's an incessant pace to running a Massachusetts household. Kids need to
get dressed. Garbage has to be on the curb, and bills have to get paid. But the work never stops. Often, complaining ramps up, and downtime and personal space essentially disappear.
How To Choose a Legal Guardian For Your Massachusetts Children
Choosing a legal guardian - the person, or people, who, in the event of you and
your spouse's deaths, will take care of your Massachusetts children is one of the most difficult decisions Massachusetts parents must make when writing a will and planning their estate.