Criminal Defense

It might alarm you to learn that nearly 1,100 people were shot and killed by law enforcement officers in 2022. Unfortunately, many of these incidents involved excessive force. Some even left unarmed individuals severely injured or deceased. It’s essential to understand the difference between excessive and reasonable force so you know when to take legal…

With US police killings are more common than ever, instances of genuine misconduct are also increasingly likely. In the case of police brutality, it can be difficult to navigate the complex legal minefield and get the justice you deserve. So, what can you do to ensure you surmount the uphill battle that you might face…

When you are facing criminal charges, your whole life can hang in the balance. One wrong move could result in serious repercussions, like jail time. Additionally, the legal process is a tricky one that can be very confusing. To get the best possible result for your case, you need to have an experienced and knowledgeable…

If you are facing a drug possession charge, it’s important to understand your options. The legal process can be very confusing, which is why it’s always best to navigate it with a Massachusetts criminal defense lawyer at your side. By hiring an experienced attorney that specializes in criminal defense, you can take advantage of their…

When facing sex crime charges, it can feel like you’ve already been found guilty just because you’ve been charged. You should remember that, in the United States, you are legally assumed to be innocent until proven guilty. In this trying time, you need to keep your head and start taking steps to defend yourself.  If…

A criminal conviction could follow you for years. It can affect your ability to get a job, find housing, or get a loan — not to mention damaging your personal and professional reputation. Sealing your record, also known as your criminal offender record information (CORI), means you are making those records inaccessible to most people…

If law enforcement suspects you have committed a crime, an investigation might take place before charges are filed. It’s important to note that being investigated is not the same thing as being formally charged with a crime. Furthermore, law enforcement officials have no legal obligation to let you know ahead of time when they plan…

In Massachusetts, domestic violence crimes are those which are committed against certain family or household members. These crimes include any felony or misdemeanor that constitutes domestic abuse, or domestic assault and battery. Massachusetts introduced a law that distinguishes domestic assault and battery from other types of assault and battery and creates strict penalties for domestic…

Being charged with a crime puts your life, liberty, and reputation on the line. With so much at stake, getting the help of an experienced criminal defense lawyer is critical to ensure that you are treated fairly by the justice system. But what exactly does a criminal defense lawyer in Massachusetts do? Put simply, a…

Lawyer says lewd behavior charge is too much for man caught without pants by: Robert Goulston Updated: Jun 7, 2016 – 7:25 PM Also in the news about this case: Is public nudity lewd is no one sees it? Hingham judge says no. August 2, 2016 by Neal Simpson, The Patriot Ledger via The Enterprise.…