No matter what time of year you get a divorce in Massachusetts, one thing to always keep in mind is the tax liability of any decision you make as part of your settlement. This is especially true in a high net worth divorce situation because you are most likely to have accounts that will face huge tax burdens if they
When companies in Massachusetts are brainstorming ways to build their brand, extend their influence and move beyond their competitors, the focus often lies in strategies that can optimize resources to achieve ultimate success. However, an often unseen, but critical aspect of preparing for any organization’s future is succession planning. Business leaders who prioritize the need to be training and preparing
It can be incredibly frustrating to get a Massachusetts doctor’s bill and see your insurance company denied a service. You may wonder how they can do that if your doctor thought something was needed. It can be upsetting. Plus, it leaves you holding the responsibility to pay the bill. It can almost make you question why you even have insurance.
Alternative dispute resolution could be a good idea if you have a business-law issue in Massachusetts — under certain conditions. At Kajko, Weisman & Colasanti, LLP, we recognize that these ADR programs work for some situations, while others require a more formal process. There are two major factors you may want to consider when making this decision. The first is whether you
When Massachusetts residents experience sexual harassment at work, they may sometimes think there is nothing they can do about the situation. However, there are several steps people can take to let their employers know what is going on. When people realize they are being sexually harassed, it is a good idea for them to speak to a supervisor. The U.S. Equal
One of the most stressful things about divorce is figuring out how to start over. This is particularly true if your soon-to-be ex made significantly more money. Before you panic, you should know you may be eligible for alimony. Here are the rules about alimony in Massachusetts. When deciding alimony, the court considers several factors. According to the Commonwealth of Massachusetts,
The kinds of damages awarded in Massachusetts civil litigation cases take many forms, but perhaps the two most prominent types involve compensatory and punitive damages. These forms of damages generally depend on the nature of the actions of the offending party. A plaintiff who has suffered a particularly malicious injury may be more likely to receive punitive damages than compensatory
When one entrepreneur in Massachusetts decides to go into business with another entrepreneur and create a business partnership, the pair must think carefully about how they want to structure and run their business. In addition, their partnership agreement should clearly outline some potential exit strategies. As Forbes explains, there may be many reasons that an exit strategy needs to be
Although there are many reasons why couples come to the conclusion that their marriage needs to end, a partner’s unfaithfulness is responsible for many divorces. Some people may cheat on their spouse one time and deeply regret what they have done, while others may have little or no regard for their actions. Sometimes, these affairs may go on for years
An old painting can be worth a lot of money, so if you and your spouse jointly own such a piece of art, you want to be sure how much the painting is actually worth. Massachusetts couples who end up divorcing face the thorny question of who gets the painting, and in some cases the painting ends up being sold
No matter what time of year you get a divorce in Massachusetts, one thing to always keep in mind is the tax liability of any decision you make as part of your settlement. This is especially true in a high net worth divorce situation because you are most likely to have accounts that will face huge tax burdens if they
When companies in Massachusetts are brainstorming ways to build their brand, extend their influence and move beyond their competitors, the focus often lies in strategies that can optimize resources to achieve ultimate success. However, an often unseen, but critical aspect of preparing for any organization’s future is succession planning. Business leaders who prioritize the need to be training and preparing
It can be incredibly frustrating to get a Massachusetts doctor’s bill and see your insurance company denied a service. You may wonder how they can do that if your doctor thought something was needed. It can be upsetting. Plus, it leaves you holding the responsibility to pay the bill. It can almost make you question why you even have insurance.
Alternative dispute resolution could be a good idea if you have a business-law issue in Massachusetts — under certain conditions. At Kajko, Weisman & Colasanti, LLP, we recognize that these ADR programs work for some situations, while others require a more formal process. There are two major factors you may want to consider when making this decision. The first is whether you
When Massachusetts residents experience sexual harassment at work, they may sometimes think there is nothing they can do about the situation. However, there are several steps people can take to let their employers know what is going on. When people realize they are being sexually harassed, it is a good idea for them to speak to a supervisor. The U.S. Equal
One of the most stressful things about divorce is figuring out how to start over. This is particularly true if your soon-to-be ex made significantly more money. Before you panic, you should know you may be eligible for alimony. Here are the rules about alimony in Massachusetts. When deciding alimony, the court considers several factors. According to the Commonwealth of Massachusetts,
The kinds of damages awarded in Massachusetts civil litigation cases take many forms, but perhaps the two most prominent types involve compensatory and punitive damages. These forms of damages generally depend on the nature of the actions of the offending party. A plaintiff who has suffered a particularly malicious injury may be more likely to receive punitive damages than compensatory
When one entrepreneur in Massachusetts decides to go into business with another entrepreneur and create a business partnership, the pair must think carefully about how they want to structure and run their business. In addition, their partnership agreement should clearly outline some potential exit strategies. As Forbes explains, there may be many reasons that an exit strategy needs to be
Although there are many reasons why couples come to the conclusion that their marriage needs to end, a partner’s unfaithfulness is responsible for many divorces. Some people may cheat on their spouse one time and deeply regret what they have done, while others may have little or no regard for their actions. Sometimes, these affairs may go on for years
An old painting can be worth a lot of money, so if you and your spouse jointly own such a piece of art, you want to be sure how much the painting is actually worth. Massachusetts couples who end up divorcing face the thorny question of who gets the painting, and in some cases the painting ends up being sold
