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0 Answers | Asked in Divorce for Massachusetts on
Q: property separation in divorce for two are married but live in different state separately due to work.

If two are married but live in different states due to work, what would be the property separation in divorce, assuming a short term marriage within 4 years (no kids/properties)?

1. For example, if the divorce is in “equitable distribution“ states, is it possible to split the mutual... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Employment Law, Immigration Law, Tax Law and International Law for Massachusetts on
Q: Can I invest/Trade cryptocurrency with my F1student visa(OPT)status in USA? Need to know legalities!

So I have finished my Masters recently and Started working on OPT. So I wanted to start investing/trading crypto and I still couldn't find proper solutions for my question. if I am allowed to do so, then how many trades/transactions can I do in a day/week. I looking for proper legal guidance... View More

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answered on Mar 16, 2024

As an F1 student visa holder currently on Optional Practical Training (OPT) in the USA, you are primarily in the country for educational purposes. However, engaging in investment activities, including trading or investing in cryptocurrencies, does not directly conflict with your visa status.... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Child Custody, Child Support and Divorce for Massachusetts on
Q: my spouse signed an affidavit and claimed taht i had indian citizenship in another country and I would leave with child

I am an american citizen for over 44 years with 20 years federal service , he signed under oath and said this and lied

1 Answer | Asked in Appeals / Appellate Law and Probate for Massachusetts on
Q: Can an interested party challenge a receiver's decision and court order regarding distribution of a charity's assets?

Charity went into receivership due to no surviving board members. A few charities expressed interest in the assets. Receiver's decision was to disburse the assets to these interested charities unequally. (Some received more and others less). One of these charities feels the receiver made... View More

Christopher Tolley
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answered on Mar 15, 2024

Without reviewing the applicable law or having access to any of the facts of this matter, I would say yes but unfortunately this not a simple question suited to an informal online forum such as this one. You should consult a lawyer on this. Perhaps the charity already has representation. Good luck.

0 Answers | Asked in Probate for Massachusetts on
Q: Can a trust beneficiary file a petition to retroactively revoke a deceased trustee who breached the trust?

A realty trust was created with 2 co-trustees but funded only by the father,the grantor-trustee. His son was the co-trustee who

paid rent for his residence on the trust property. A verbal only Resulting Trust was also created for the trustee/son to hold the property for 14 years until the... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Family Law, Real Estate Law and Landlord - Tenant for Massachusetts on
Q: What does this indemnity clause exactly mean and is it legal ?

I am a tenant who leases a commercial space and my lease indemnity clause states:

("The LESSEE shall save the LESSOR harmless from all loss and damage occasioned by anything occurring in, on or about the leased premises unless caused by the negligence or misconduct of the... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Estate Planning, Criminal Law and Probate for Massachusetts on
Q: Can a trust beneficiary file a petition to retroactively revoke a deceased trustee for an egregious breach of trust?

A realty trust was established by the 2 co-trustees of father and son. However,the trust was fully funded by the father.

A Resulting Trust was also created and the trustee/son held the trust for approx. 14 yrs until the grantor/father requested it back.

After the grantor/father... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Civil Rights and Juvenile Law for Massachusetts on
Q: we have an ongoing dcf case with our daughter... What is a standard time frame before being reunited. thank you
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answered on Mar 14, 2024

The timeline for reunification in a DCF (Department of Children and Families) case can vary significantly depending on the specific circumstances of your case. However, I can provide some general information:

1. The primary goal of DCF is to ensure the safety and well-being of the child....
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0 Answers | Asked in Employment Law, Employment Discrimination and Municipal Law for Massachusetts on
Q: does my administrator have the right to go into my personnel file and take copies allow others to view it

i work for a municipality and i filed a grievance and copies of my personnel file was taken and attached to a grievance for others to see

0 Answers | Asked in Elder Law, Estate Planning and Real Estate Law for Massachusetts on
Q: Would transferring real estate from a irrevocable trust to a LLC trigger Medicaids 5 year look back law for the Grantor?

Id like to know in Massachusetts if a commercial building property previously owned and deeded personally in the name of a owner was transferred and deeded by that owner into a irrevocable trust 3 years ago for estate and medicaid planning purposes, was at this time transferred out of the trust... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Family Law for Massachusetts on
Q: I have separation agreement that state the following

If there is ever an aditional cost to carry the wife on any insurace plans, the wife will pay the additional cost attributed to her coverage. Ex wife hasnt paid since we both signed the agreement in 10/29/21. Do i file a motion of contempt?

1 Answer | Asked in Social Security for Massachusetts on
Q: Starting an online business on SSDI how will it impact my benefit? It's asset recovery, assisting people claim funds.

Specifically, we are interested in learning:

The implications of starting an online business on the client's eligibility for disability benefits.

Strategies or options available to the client for supplementing their income within the confines of the maximum allowable monthly... View More

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answered on Mar 9, 2024

Starting an online business while receiving Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) can impact your benefits, depending on your income and the structure of your business. Here are some key considerations and strategies:

1. Substantial Gainful Activity (SGA): In 2024, if you earn more...
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0 Answers | Asked in Elder Law, Estate Planning and Real Estate Law for Massachusetts on
Q: Would transferring a property currently in a irrevocable trust to a LLC re trigger Medicaids 5 year look back law?

Hello,

My parents transferred ownership of home & small commercial rental property they owned personally here in MA. into a irrevocable trust 3 years ago for estate / medicaid planning purposes & I (their sole child) am the trustee to the trust . Both properties are well maintained... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Divorce and Child Custody for Massachusetts on
Q: My husband is guilty under Massachusetts law ,part 1 title 2 chapter 18 section 5(1). How much will that help in divorce

My husband is guilty under Massachusetts law ,part 1 title 2 chapter 18 section 5(1). He withdrew cash from the kids ebt, and used it for his personal use. How much will that help me in divorce court.

0 Answers | Asked in Contracts and Landlord - Tenant for Massachusetts on
Q: Can a landlord threaten to kick me out and haven't sign the lease in the past 30 days without court?

My landlord text me and told me i have to leave the premises ASAP cause my check bounce due to a bill coming out of my bank cause they took two and half weeks to cash the check. The landlord never advise me the lease was not sign and the copy from he company he use doesn't state that he needed... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Lemon Law for Massachusetts on
Q: I am seeking legal help in regards to being sold a defective car.

The car was purchased on 6/21/22, and within the first month the vehicle went in for repairs due to "stalling" Eventually the dealership stated the situation was corrected, fast forward and the vehicle started having issues on 9/23 with stalling again, the vehicle was towed Boston... View More

0 Answers | Asked in Employment Law and Employment Discrimination for Massachusetts on
Q: Being unexpected layoff, with a 6 week transition, can mgt force the message I make about my departure?

Accumulated 27 year history, 68 femalr, no negative reviews or disciplinary actios. Upon layoff for “reorg and job elimination” and an expected transition. Mgt keeps mandated my message about leaving. Is that legal and do I have a discrimination case

1 Answer | Asked in Immigration Law and Business Formation for Massachusetts on
Q: I am on OPT as a B.S. in Business. Can I open an LLC to rent & sublease (AirBnB) properties?

I am on an F1 visa, and just got my OPT approved as a B.S. in Business with a major in Marketing. Am I allowed to create an LLC and work for my own company? Currently, I am planning to start an AirBnB arbitrage business. This includes finding properties to sublease, furnishing them, and listing... View More

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answered on Mar 8, 2024

When on an F1 visa and engaged in Optional Practical Training (OPT), your business activities must relate directly to your major area of study. As a B.S. in Business with a major in Marketing, starting an LLC to engage in property rental and subleasing for AirBnB could be considered relevant to... View More

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