Andover Massachusetts Legal Blog
What can I do to ensure an affordable divorce?
When it comes to costs associated with divorce, people pay a lot of attention to post-divorce expenses. For example, many worry about alimony or child support payments. However, the reality is that the divorce process itself may cost tens of thousands of dollars,...
Chapter 12 bankruptcy: The basics
In 1986, Congress enacted Chapter 12 bankruptcy in response to the poor economic conditions of family farmers and family fishermen. The bankruptcy addresses the challenges these families face, such as the unpredictable cost of land, weather and commodity prices. The...
Will I lose my home by filing Chapter 7?
Depending on your financial situation, filing a Chapter 7 bankruptcy may help you get back on your feet financially. However, many people worry about potentially losing their home or other vital assets through the process of a liquidation bankruptcy. However, while it...
What are the symptoms of skull fracture?
An accident that causes you to hit your head could cause a skull fracture. Because of the potential for an injury your brain, a skull fracture can be more serious than bones that break in other areas of the body. Not all symptoms of skull fracture indicate damage to...
The effects of bankruptcy do not have to last forever
After declaring bankruptcy, some people may feel hopeless and helpless. Although they no longer have mounds of debt, their credit score takes a big dip and it is hard to borrow money. The good news is the effects of bankruptcy do not have to last a long time. It...
Deaths caused by red-light runners at a 10-year high
Traffic signals exist to make roadway travel safer for the public, but new research is showing that the number of people dying at signaled intersections nowadays is entirely too high. In fact, the number of lives lost on account of red-light runners across the United...
How to prepare to file for divorce
Divorce is not an easy process for anyone, but if you prepare yourself before you file your case, it can help make things go a bit more smoothly. There are several steps you can take to put yourself in a better position to file for divorce. Glamour has a few...
How can dog bite victims heal from facial trauma?
The Severity of Animal Bites Victims of dog bites in Massachusetts often have a long road to recovery ahead of them. This is even more true of those who suffer from facial trauma. Unfortunately, dogs tend to target the head and neck area when attacking. This leaves...
Uncertainty clouds virus-related job losses
All across the United States and the world, people are struggling to figure out how to shift their lives to accommodate the coronavirus pandemic. It seems that nobody is immune to the impact that the outbreak is having on society, but the effects may vary greatly from...
Vehicle collisions with uninsured motorists
The state of Massachusetts requires drivers to carry four types of insurance, although purchasing only the minimum necessary may not do much good in the case of a severe accident. Basic mandated coverage is as follows: Personal Injury Protection covers repairs,...
