A Massachusetts divorce isn’t a bubble that’s ready to burst. Most people assume that a divorce is a shocker, something that comes right out of the blue when it is least expected. Perhaps, to family and friends, that may be the case. But to the couple involved, it’s...
Month: October 2021
An Emotional Support Dog Can Be Beneficial to Your Mental Health in Massachusetts
Many studies have proven that just spending time around your dog, as well as petting and snuggling with him, helps lessen anxiety, depression, stress and even loneliness. But sometimes, we need a little more support. Our dogs can help provide that needed emotional...
9 Stages of a Massachusetts Relationship
Massachusetts relationships are unique. And each person’s experience of love is never ever the same. You may have been in several relationships in your life, and all of them may have been very different from the earlier one. But there are a few traits about every...
IRS TIP: Massachusetts Taxpayers Should Look Into the Credit for Other Dependents
The credit for other dependents is a tax credit available to taxpayers for each of their qualifying dependents who can’t be claimed for the child tax credit. The maximum credit amount is $500 for each dependent who meets certain conditions. These include: Dependents...
How to Evict a Roommate in Massachusetts
If you've got a bad Massachusetts roommate, you're probably wondering: Can I kick them out? In Massachusetts, if you and your roommate are both on a lease, you don't have the legal power to evict them. If you are the only one on the lease, however, it's possible to...
Covid Vaccine Religious Exemption: Who Qualifies in Massachusetts?
Hundreds of Massachusetts employees and contractors are seeking exemptions from the state’s COVID-19 vaccine mandate, including many who’ve said they’re unwilling to roll up their sleeves for a shot “due to a sincerely held religious belief.” Since Gov. Charlie...
Are You a Victim of Discrimination in Massachusetts in a Place of Public Accommodation?
The Massachusetts Public Accommodation Law prohibits, among other things, making any distinction, discrimination, or restriction in admission to or treatment in a place of public accommodation based on race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, gender...
Protect Your Rights Against Lead Paint Discrimination in Massachusetts!
Lead paint is a serious health hazard for Massachusetts children age 6 and younger. Some of the dangers of lead poisoning: stunted growth damaged hearing lowered IQ nerve and brain damage possible fatality Do you have young children? Has a landlord refused to show you...
How to Predict If Your Massachusetts Marriage Will be Successful
Some of us may have dreamed about our Massachusetts wedding flowers for decades, while others are fantasizing about elopement destinations and wondering if a Massachusetts marriage license fits with their 10-year plan. But, regardless of where you are in your dating...
Are You a Victim of Housing Discrimination in Massachusetts?
Massachusetts laws prohibit discrimination in housing. It is against the law to deny anyone housing based on: race color sex national origin religion children or gamily status disability age (except minors) ancestry veteran status sources of income married status...