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How Do Overtime Rules Apply During the Holiday Season?

The end-of-year holiday season is one of the busiest times for many workplaces. Retail, hospitality, logistics, healthcare, and office environments often see increased workloads, extended hours, and staffing shortages. While employers may rely on employees to work longer or irregular schedules during this time, overtime laws still apply. Understanding how overtime rules work during the holidays can help employees ensure they are paid fairly for

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What Should You Know If You’re Injured While Traveling for the Holidays?

Holiday travel increases significantly at the end of the year as families hit the road, fly across the country, or rely on rideshares and rental vehicles. With more people traveling in unfamiliar places, accidents are more likely to happen. Being injured while traveling can feel overwhelming, especially when it occurs far from home. Understanding your rights and what steps to take after an accident can

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What Should You Know About Insurance Procedures and Settlements After a Massachusetts Accident?

After a car crash, slip and fall, or other injury caused by someone else’s negligence, one of the first obstacles you’ll face is dealing with insurance companies. Whether you’re filing a claim with your own insurer or the at-fault party’s, understanding how the process works, and what to watch out for, can make a major difference in the outcome of your case. Insurance companies have teams of

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Uber and Lyft Accidents in Massachusetts: Understanding Liability and Insurance Coverage

Rideshare services like Uber and Lyft have transformed transportation across Massachusetts, offering convenience for commuters, travelers, and residents alike. Yet when a rideshare vehicle is involved in a collision, determining who is legally and financially responsible for personal injury is rarely straightforward. Many accident victims assume that the rideshare company automatically pays for all damages, but that’s not always true. Liability and insurance coverage depend

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Federal Action Alleging That Athol Police Committed Constitutional Violations Dismissed

In August, 2024, the plaintiff was arrested by members of the Athol Police Department.  Over the course of the next several days, there were additional interactions between that plaintiff and members of the Athol Police Department, events that featured the search of a vehicle that the plaintiff had been operating and another arrest of the plaintiff.  The plaintiff brought a federal civil rights lawsuit, alleging

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Civil Rights Claim Against the City of Worcester and Various City Officials Dismissed

In this federal civil rights claim, a citizen sued the City of Worcester, the City Manager, the former City Solicitor and a member of the City Council. The plaintiff, who previously had petitioned the City Council for action on various topics, alleged that the City and its officials violated the applicable law based upon the handling of those petitions. RJA Attorney Andy Gambaccini represented the

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Breach of Contract Claim Against Dracut Police Supervisors Dismissed Prior to Motion Practice

A retired Dracut police officer sued the Dracut Chief of Police and Deputy Chief of Police in Middlesex Superior Court. In brief, the plaintiff alleged that, while he was a member of the Dracut Police Department, he was the subject of an internal affairs investigation that resulted in a negotiated disciplinary settlement. The plaintiff later filed a breach of contract and defamation claim in Middlesex

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Understanding Non-Compete Agreements in Massachusetts

Non-compete agreements are a common feature of employment contracts in Massachusetts to protect businesses from unfair competition by current and former employees. However, these agreements need to meet specific legal requirements under Massachusetts law to ensure fairness and enforceability. We review what non-compete agreements are, the legal framework governing them in Massachusetts, and key considerations for both employers and employees. What Are Non-Compete Agreements? A non-compete agreement is the part in an employment

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RJA Obtains Vindication For Fall River Chief of Police And Police Officer in Federal Civil Rights Lawsuit

Late one evening, members of the Fall River Police Department responded to a report that an armed individual was holding hostages in a residential building. Officers swept the building and found no such activity in what was at that point believed to be a swatting call. An individual, who was alone in his apartment in the building that night, filed a federal civil rights lawsuit

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Pedestrian Injuries in Massachusetts

Pedestrians are among the most vulnerable road users, especially in busy urban areas or under hazardous conditions such as icy sidewalks, wet leaves, or poor visibility at intersections. In Massachusetts, pedestrians injured in automobile accidents often face severe consequences, including long-term medical issues and financial burdens. Common Causes of Pedestrian Accidents Pedestrian accidents in Massachusetts occur for various reasons, many of which are preventable with

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