Enforceability of Covenants Not To Compete: Employers Win and Lose

11 years ago

Covenants not to compete are generally disfavored. To enforce a non-compete, an employer must show that the covenant is necessary…

Homesteads and the Law on Remainders

11 years ago

A recent decision by the US Bankruptcy Court has invalidated certain so-called "Homestead" protections in real estate that will likely…

Wage Wars – The Rising Tide of Massachusetts Wage & Hour Litigation

11 years ago

By Adam J. Shafran, Esq. Bolstered by a wage statute that provides for mandatory triple damages and attorneys' fees, the…

Firm News

11 years ago

Jon Friedmann, who heads up our Litigation Department, recently concluded an Arbitration involving the building of a camp for construction…

No Signed Lease, Yet Broker’s Fee Must Be Paid

11 years ago

By Robert P. Rudolph, Esq. A Massachusetts court recently held that a broker was entitled to her broker's fee despite…

Condominium Law: Who Pays for Repairs?

11 years ago

By Jocelyn Campbell, Esq. For those who own condominiums in Massachusetts and are fortunate enough to also have a balcony,…

Can Corporate Counsel’s Privileged Communications Be Withheld From Directors/Shareholders?

12 years ago

The short answer is yes, but it depends on the facts and circumstances of the particular situation. In a recent…

Freedom From Overcrowding As the Grounds for Standing in a Zoning Appeal

12 years ago

Not everyone can challenge the granting of zoning relief. Under the Zoning Act, MGL Chapter 40A, only a “ person…

To Cohabitate Or Not To Cohabitate – It Now Makes A Difference In MA Alimony Laws

12 years ago

Until recently, Massachusetts was historically one of the worst states, if not the worst state, for a divorce. Prior to…

Firm News – Spring 2013

12 years ago

Will Korman has been invited to conduct several presentations at the Oklahoma Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers this June at…