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Due to the nature of the work, commercial drivers in Boston and throughout the state of Massachusetts are held to a higher standard than are regular drivers. In fact, not only are the requirements for receiving a commercial driver’s license more stringent, but commercial drivers can face more serious penalties if they break the law. If you’re a commercial driver … Read More

Being charged with a drug crime can be a terrifying experience, especially because a conviction for a drug crime in Massachusetts can have serious penalties. The penalties become even more severe if the crime is not a mere possession crime, but a distribution crime, and if the amounts of drugs involved are large. If you are arrested and charged with … Read More

Being charged with a DUI could mean jail time, a suspension of your license, community service, a large fine, and various other consequences. Which is why if you’re facing DUI charges in Worcester, understanding the potential defense options available to you–and how to build your case to protect your best interests–is of critical importance. Here are three of the most … Read More

Being charged with a crime can be terrifying. However, it’s important to remember that you have the right to be presumed innocent until proven guilty. What’s more, you do not have the burden to prove your innocence; rather, the prosecution is tasked with proving your guilt. If you have been charged with a crime in Boston, consider the following about … Read More

Being charged with a crime isn’t just unnerving; it’s expensive. To be sure, in addition to paying any fines and penalties that are associated with your crime (as well as processing fees), you may also incur other legal expenses, such as lawyers’ and court fees. While many people are able to pay their fines and fees without problem, many are … Read More

Every year, there are millions of people who are arrested on criminal charges throughout the United States. And while many of these people are indeed guilty of the crimes with which they’ve been charged, some people are arrested, charged, and even convicted based on false allegations and specious evidence. If you have been falsely accused of a crime in Massachusetts, … Read More

If you’ve watched a lot of courtrooms dramas, you’ve no doubt encountered a scene in which charges against a defendant accused of a crime–typically a rather heinous one–are dropped on the basis that the defendant is insane. However, the way that the insanity defense works in actual, real-world criminal cases is much different than how TV portrays it. Consider the … Read More

Over the winter season, more people get charged for driving under the influence than at nearly any other time during the year. Not only are there more drunk drivers on the road, fueled by holiday parties that are brimming with alcoholic beverages, but there are also more police officers on the alert. What’s more, police officers will often put DUI … Read More

If you are arrested and charged with a crime in Massachusetts, you may be presented with the possibility of posting bail. In fact, bail is a very common element of criminal cases in Massachusetts, and therefore, understanding what bail is and how it works is important. Consider the following about bail in Massachusetts – if you have more questions, please … Read More