When an attorney needs to subpoena a third party to give a deposition about information in a case, it is generally a straightforward process if the party is in the state where the case is taking place, or if the party is willing to provide testimony voluntarily....
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A moratorium on small business evictions and foreclosures during COVID-19
The COVID-19 pandemic changed a lot of business practices. It affected how many small businesses can operate and if they will be able to survive the pandemic. In April 2020, Massachusetts Gov. Charlie Baker signed the moratorium on evictions and foreclosures. It...
Massachusetts’ distinct out-of-state discovery laws
The United States is getting smaller. People can so easily cross borders, quickly and without hindrance, that it is no longer uncommon for litigation in one state to require discovery in another. To help simplify this process, the majority of states have adopted the...
What is a breach of contract?
When you enter into a contract with someone, you may be excited at the prospect of combining forces or services with another party to enhance your business. Although you rely on the other party to uphold their end of the contract, they may act in a way that goes...
What are common partnership disputes?
In the world of business, joining forces with a partner may be extremely beneficial to your company. When you form a partnership with another individual or another company, you are able to combine ideas, technology and finances with another entity. In some...
How to make sure a contract is legally binding
Whether you are drafting a contract with an intention to join forces with another company or small business, or you are creating an employment agreement for new hires, it is critical that your document is legally enforceable should something happen and you are forced...
How do you resolve a breach of contract dispute?
Everyone would love for their business to succeed and every deal they make to be profitable. Plus, wouldn’t it be fantastic if every vendor you used, a subcontractor you brought in, or a consulting firm you hired to improve your operations met and even exceeded...
What is the purpose of letters rogatory?
It is a rare occurrence for most people, but occasionally a person or entity will need to petition a foreign court for a legal matter in the states. Consider, for instance, an injured person who is seeking compensation from another person who has fled the states, or a...
Can I use a trademark even without a product?
A creative mind in Massachusetts may come up with a snappy phrase, a name, something that can be used as part of a product, only to run into a problem. It will take a while, perhaps months, to fully develop the product, but somebody comes up with the same idea and...
What is a limited liability company (LLC)?
It’s a great time to be an entrepreneur. Millennials and technological innovations are fueling the rise of all kinds of new businesses and business models. Every day, we hear how these things are disrupting old traditions and creating space for new ideas.These...