The Commonwealth of Massachusetts has passed a number of laws in the past decade that are very harsh on those who are arrested for operating under the influence (OUI). If you are stopped and charged with OUI, you will need to have a basic understanding of the penalties you could face under Massachusetts OUI laws. Understanding the terms Melanie’s Law was passed in October of 2005 in Massachusetts for the sole purpose of allowing stronger
Many parents-to-be wonder just how much time from work they can take off when their child is born. Effective April 7, 2015, under Massachusetts law, men and women will both be covered under the Massachusetts Maternity Leave Act (MMLA), which makes them eligible for eight weeks of job-protected leave related to the birth, adoption, or court-ordered placement of a child in their home. The original MMLA provided female employees the right to take eight weeks
Massachusetts law uses a rule called comparative fault (aka “Comparative/Contributory Negligence”) when determining financial damages in a personal injury case. In effect, a determination will be made regarding what percentage of fault is assigned to the victim of an injury as well as the fault assigned to the person believed to be at fault for the injury. Practical application of comparative fault For most people, it is a challenge to understand comparative fault. Therefore it
Winter in Massachusetts is a time of snow, ice and even hail. Property owners now have to worry about the potential liability they face from snow and ice, which can cause slip and fall injuries more than ever before. In 2010, the MA Supreme Court basically changed property liability rules from the long standing principle that owners were only liable for “unnatural” accumulations of snow and ice. What is unnatural accumulation? Massachusetts defined unnatural accumulation
Property Owners’ Legal Duty to Prevent Injury : When someone owns property that person has what’s called a legal duty to prevent injury. In many instances it’s referred to simply as liability. What that means is a property owner, whether it’s a homeowner or a business owner, is expected to take reasonable precautions to make sure people on his or her property do not incur an accident or get injured in ways that could have
In spite of the changes made by the Commonwealth of Massachusetts in minimizing some mandatory sentencing requirements, being arrested for possession of drugs in the Massachusetts carries harsh sentences, fines and a potential loss of driving privileges. Under Massachusetts law, except for possession of amounts of less than one ounce of marijuana, possession of drugs may result in the following penalties and jail time:
Like most states, the Commonwealth of Massachusetts takes OUI (operating under the influence) charges very seriously. In October of 2005, then Governor Mitt Romney signed “Melanie’s Law” which enhanced many of the existing penalties for driving while under the influence as well as the penalties for refusing to take breathalyzer tests. It is worth noting that Massachusetts now has a lifetime look back period for OUIs and this will impact all drivers who had previous
No one enters a marriage with the idea that it is going to end in divorce. However, for many couples a divorce is the only solution for an unhappy situation. If you’re considering filing for divorce in Massachusetts, make sure you understand the two types of dissolutions available to you.
When I hit a low-point in my life, Jon was there to help. He not only listened to my case, but he believed in my innocence and took every precaution in my defense to have the case dismissed. Jon goes the extra mile in every aspect of his work, whether it is grabbing photos of the scene as soon as he gets the case or arguing the case until he is red in the face.
I hired Jon to represent me in my divorce. He was very knowledgeable and well versed. He is respected in the court room and handles himself professionally. His secretary is right on top of things and gets things done in a timely manner. I would not hesitate to hire Jon if I ever need a lawyer in the future. By Ellen, Divorce client
You’re going out for a night on the town, and you’ve offered to drive. You plan on being responsible, only having a couple of drinks before you drive home. Although you may feel like you’re fine to drive, alcohol affects people in different ways. Before you get behind the wheel, it is important to know the factors that affect BAC so that you don’t risk driving under the influence.
My case was serious and complicated. Jon listened to my concerns, and immediately knew the ins and outs of the legalities. He was available over a long period of time for questions and excellent advice about my options. Jon had to come into an unfamiliar county. Nevertheless, he was at ease making local connections and getting the necessary legal adjustments accomplished. I would highly recommend him for his top notch skills, his strong presence, yet
Getting pulled over is a stressful situation as it is, but if you are under the influence, the situation is even worse. Not many people are very informed about what to do when you are pulled over for a DUI in Massachusetts, mainly because nobody expects it to happen to them. But, it is important to know what to do and what your rights are in the situation. Although you may be in the wrong,
Most people that are thinking about filing for a divorce do not prepare properly. This is quite the big decision, so it is important not to let emotions get in the way of rational thinking. Do not jump into the divorce process, but instead take it slowly. You do not want to have to deal with the negative consequences of being unprepared. Follow these 5 tips from Divorce Support to make sure your divorce goes
I hired Jon Revelli for a OUI case and he was outstanding. He was knowledgeable and respectful throughout the entire process. Jon explained everything clearly and helped guide me through this process. I highly recommend Jon for legal matters, he is a true professional. by Nick, a DUI client
In the midst of the turmoil that may be found in divorce, it can be tempting to take the first chance one gets to crash on a friend’s couch or rent an apartment. However, sometimes this is not the best, or most feasible, option. There are number of reasons why a couple may choose to continue living together during the divorce, including monetary influences or custody reasons. While living together at this stage may be emotionally tolling,
In most cases, child support ends when a child becomes a legal adult and reaches the “age of emancipation”—typically age 18. However, when a child requires support for a college education, child support mandates change.
We hired Jon Revelli for an OUI hearing. Jon was both professional and comforting explaining everthing every step of the way. He returned all our calls and answered all of our many questions patiently. It was obvious he had the respect of his many peers in the courtroomm from the judge to the ADA. If you want someone who knows what he is doing, is honest and respected Attorney Jon Revelli is the attorney for
Attorney Luzzo took over our case because our attorney who originally had our case was having a really difficult time with the court system in Massachusetts. Our case was a DUI case that lasted for two years and never got resolved because of, what I feel, was an abuse of power within the trial court. Attorney Luzzo took over at a moment’s notice and made us feel that we had a chance at finally getting
Prenuptial agreements can seem like a real buzzkill for the blushing bride-to-be or grinning groom-to-be, but they can be a very important aspect of preparing for marriage.
