Reardon, Joyce & Akerson is proud to announce that Attorney Austin Joyce has been selected to the 2026 Massachusetts Super Lawyers list—an honor reserved for no more than five percent of attorneys across the Commonwealth. A senior member of the firm since 1983, Attorney Joyce brings more than forty years of trial and litigation experience. He has successfully tried cases in all federal district courts
If you have been injured due to someone else’s negligence, you may be entitled to recover financial compensation through a personal injury claim. In Massachusetts, compensation helps restore what was lost—physically, financially, and emotionally—after an accident. Understanding the types of damages available in a personal injury case can help you better evaluate your claim and what you may be able to recover. What Is Compensation in a Personal
After a car accident, you will often receive a call from an insurance adjuster within days, sometimes even hours. You may get calls from more than one adjuster as both your insurance company and other driver’s insurance company want to speak with you. The adjuster may sound friendly and helpful, but many injured individuals understandably wonder: Should I speak to the insurance adjuster after my car accident? The short
Starting a business in Massachusetts requires important legal and financial decisions, and one of the first is choosing the right business structure. Many entrepreneurs ask: Should I form an LLC or a corporation in Massachusetts? The answer depends on your business goals, ownership structure, tax preferences, and long-term growth plans. Understanding the differences between a Massachusetts Limited Liability Company (LLC) and a Massachusetts corporation can help
After an accident, one of the first questions injured individuals ask is, “How much is my personal injury case worth?” This is an understandable concern, especially when medical bills, lost income, and uncertainty about the future begin to pile up. In Massachusetts, there is no simple formula for valuing a personal injury claim. Instead, case value depends on a combination of legal, medical, and financial factors.
A breach occurs when a partner fails to comply with the terms of the governing agreement. Common examples include diverting company funds for personal use, refusing to share profits, violating management or voting provisions, competing with the business, or excluding other partners from decision-making. Even actions that seem informal or justified by one partner may constitute a breach if they contradict the written agreement or
Many employees believe that being paid a salary automatically means they are expected to work more than 40 hours per week and are not entitled to overtime. This is one of the most common, and costly, misunderstandings in employment law. Under Massachusetts wage and hour laws and federal overtime law, being salaried does not automatically eliminate an employee’s right to overtime pay. The key issue is whether
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
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
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