The state of Massachusetts is considering launching a government program that would invest in every child at birth, according to the Boston Globe. Called “baby bonds,” the groundbreaking proposal would create a savings account for every eligible child. Upon reaching...
Child support is a payment made by one Massachusetts parent to another for the financial assistance of their child(ren) after a separation or divorce or paternity case. But the question remains: Do Massachusetts mothers pay child support? The short answer is yes....
Jumping into fatherhood in Massachusetts can be intimidating. Many of us have not had involved fathers or learned the same skills as the women in our families. The reality is, there is no way to be fully prepared for parenthood — most moms are figuring it out as they...
Alimony is court-ordered support paid by one spouse to the other for a period of time after a Massachusetts divorce. Alimony is paid by a spouse who has the ability to pay to a spouse in need of support for a period of time. Only people who are divorcing or are...
The following tables show preliminary 2024 Department of Veterans Affairs monthly disability rates for veterans with a rating of 10% or higher. These amounts are effective Dec. 1 of each year. They are tax-free. VA disability payments are made to veterans who got sick...
The rapid increase in rents across the United States has recently become a pressing issue. Many states are turning to rent control laws as a solution to manage these soaring costs. However, the situation in Massachusetts, particularly in its bustling metropolitan...
Fall River, a city located in southeastern Massachusetts, has garnered attention for its concerningly high divorce rate. With a rate of 17.7%, Fall River ranks among the highest in the state, surpassing other notable municipalities like Hyannis, North Adams,...
In Massachusetts, a divorce is filed as “no-fault” or “fault". Either of these are contested or uncontested. Before you file, you’ll need to choose the type that’s right for you. Contested or uncontested “Contested” means that one person disagrees with the divorce or...
According to preliminary data, the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) filed 143 new employment discrimination lawsuits in fiscal year 2023, representing more than a 50% increase over fiscal year 2022 suit filings. The fiscal year 2023 suit filings...
In a notable shift toward inclusivity, the Healey-Driscoll administration has rolled out multilingual support for the Massachusetts Paid Family and Medical Leave program. Residents can now navigate the benefits system in Spanish, Portuguese, Haitian Creole, or...