In Massachusetts, “shoplifting” can mean more than simply walking into a store and walking out with an unpaid piece of merchandise. Although simple theft is the most common form of shoplifting, this charge also applies if you’ve been caught tampering with price tags (for example if you switch the tags with an expensive and inexpensive shirt), attempting to conceal one piece of merchandise inside another piece of merchandise, or even taking a shopping cart off the store’s property… Continue reading

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The word “damages” in MGL 111 s70A does not include underinsurance benefits within the scope of the lien. Underinsurance benefits aren’t considered damages because they are not legal liabilities, but are contractual liabilities for which the insured paid premiums. Damages are the monies payable by a tortfeasor (wrongdoer) who is…

The six young East Bridgewater men connected to an out-of-control party that caused more than $50,000 in damages to an Elm Street home last year will face Brockton Superior Court Judge Carol Ball on Monday. By Amanda Reed January 22, 2011 Note: This article was originally published on EnterpriseNews.com. EAST…