Individuals are protected from discrimination by places of public accommodation by both federal and Massachusetts laws, including Title II of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title III of the Americans with Disabilities Act, and Massachusetts General Laws Chapter 272....
How many of these forms of income did you know were subject to federal taxes? Everyone knows that wages are taxed by the federal government, but Uncle Sam has a far-reaching definition of “taxable income.” It covers numerous types of earnings that many people don’t...
Fast-food chain Shake Shack agreed to pay $20,000 to a former employee who alleged that co-workers engaged in harassment and discrimination on the basis of gender identity. The compensation is part of the settlement in the case, in which the disgruntled staff member,...
Last year, Massachusetts became the 18th state to adopt the CROWN Act, an imperative bill that shields individuals from discrimination over natural and protective hairstyles in the workplace and other institutions. But as lawmakers work tirelessly for the bill to be...
How does the adage go? With age comes … new ways to save on taxes. While you can’t stop filing taxes just because you retire, being a retiree often means you can claim some worthwhile tax credits and deductions. In some cases, these tax breaks are available to both...
The federal Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA) makes it unlawful for an employer to refuse to make reasonable accommodations to a qualified employee’s known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, unless it would impose an undue...
The IRS offers a variety of tax resources and information designed to help members of the Massachusetts military community navigate their unique and sometimes complex tax situations. Reviewing these resources before filing can make completing an accurate tax return...
To prove your military status, you may be asked to present documentation on multiple occasions. One of these is the judicial system in Massachusetts. For an active-duty servicemember, the Servicemembers Civil Relief Act is a must-have (SCRA). This protects service...
Dodge ball, is actually banned in public schools in the state of Massachusetts. Why is Dodge ball Banned in Massachusetts Schools? So what's the deal with dodge ball? Back in 2001 school districts in Maryland began discouraging and even banning the game. According to...
All eligible troops are going to be signed up for $500,000 worth of Servicemembers' Group Life Insurance (SGLI) coverage starting on March 1, 2023, even those who chose not to buy SGLI coverage in the past unless they opt out. A law passed in October 2022 mandated the...