The MBTA Communities Act requires towns and cities that the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority serves to incorporate at least one reasonably sized zoning district that allows by-right development of at least 15 housing units per acre. Because the new law...
If your business sells goods to consumers, you probably deal regularly with warranties. After all, many manufacturers warranty their products to help consumers buy with confidence. If something goes wrong with a product during a specified timeframe, most manufacturers...
In some legal cases, it may be in your best interest to settle the matter outside of the courtroom. Not every case will be ideal for a settlement, so it is important to understand why you may settle and how it works if you decide to go in that direction. Settlement...
Letters rogatory require a very specific process. If you do not handle them correctly, it could lead to issues and delays. The U.S. Department of State explains the process for executing them will take at least a year in most cases, so you do not want to do anything...
Investing in commercial real estate can be a lucrative venture that more and more people have turned to over the years to build their wealth. However, it's important to know what to look for to make a smart investment. Here are some key factors to consider when...
When you invest in commercial real estate in Massachusetts, you may do so in an effort to make as much money as possible while risking as little as possible. Some types of commercial real estate investment opportunities involve less risk than others, and one low-risk...
Going to court for any reason will cost your business quite a bit of money. Managing those expenses can help your bottom line. The best possible way to keep costs under control in a business litigation situation is to settle out of court. However, that is not always...
Real estate as a whole is a volatile industry. It can change from very good to horrible in a matter of weeks. The commercial real estate market, while different from the residential market, often changes due to the same factors that impact the overall industry....
Many business owners get to a point where the original office space they leased no longer fits their purposes or size. In that case, it is important to get a new space. However, it is equally important to maintain profitability margins by ensuring that you do not buy...
Before purchasing or renting a commercial property, it is important that you consider the zoning laws of the area. Zoning categories have a big sway over many things regarding property, including activities that people can do within the buildings on said property. How...
