We have a tele-health provider who does initial triage for employees who sustain an injury. They are based in Texas and the main doctor for this firm is licensed in Indiana but only has a physical location in Texas. Can they provider care for employees injured in Indiana and write prescriptions for... View More 
answered on Apr 5, 2024
I agree with Atty. Young. It depends on what Indiana's workers' comp system allows. Generally speaking, even here in Massachusetts, I think it would be allowed, but here in MA you also have the right to see whoever you want. However, some states do dictate who you can seek treatment... View More
I was terminated last week after 7 years and am being replaced by a college grad I trained. I've been offered severance but it's not very much and I'm wondering if there is more I can do, particularly since I'm 58 and expect finding a new job at comparable salary will be... View More
My Father's wife filed a false police report against me saying that I harassed and exposed myself in an in-decent way. However, I have not behaved in this manner. In fact, My Father's wife constantly sends me mean messages through facebook, she has even sent mean text messages to both my... View More
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answered on Apr 4, 2024
I understand this is a stressful and concerning situation. As a DACA recipient who has been the victim of identity theft, here are a few important points to keep in mind regarding your legal options:
- U visas are available to victims of certain crimes who have suffered substantial mental... View More
Somehow the payroll company messed up time accruals and deductions and I used over 40 hours of the max accrued sick time for 2023. Now all year so far in 2024 they have been giving me 0 hours of sick time claiming it’s because I went over the year before. Is this legal?
can make a commission
I have missed some work this year due to medical reasons And most recently today I have taken off with a doctors note provided to me for today, however my girlfriend also works in the same place and she could overhear my boss talking loudly about how I’m always absent and he feels like he can’t... View More
The MA code appears to say that if you're out of state, the clock stops on statute of limitations, period. Does this apply to a person who has left the state (because of finishing college, not avoiding arrest) and hadn't been charged with a crime at the time? Or does it just apply to... View More
I work as a barista in a small Cafe. All of the baristas are paid a "server rate" and my boss utilities the tip credit. There are essentially 3 positions: bar, line, and prep. The line is a small room off the kitchen where the food is prepared (mostly just assembly, it's all... View More
I was hired as a “payroll manager” in city government but when I started the job I found out on day one that there is almost zero payroll duties and all treasury duties. Not my area of expertise at all-and they knew that when they hired me. Now they are “disappointed” in my lack of... View More
In Massachusetts, can employer require that you exhaust your PTO prior to applying for STD (benefit through employer) to get paid during medical leave for birth of a child?
I ALSO HAVE A SERIOUS ISS UE WITH ABUSE FROM ONE OF THEIR EMPLOYEES. I WENT IN THERE .A NUMBER OF TIMES HE TOLD ME THE COMPUTER WAS OVERLOADED WITH MY ACCOUNT. I HAD TO WAIT UP TO FORTY MINUTES FOR THE COMPUTER TO MYTHOLOGICALLY FIX ITSELF. HE WAS LYING. THIS EMPLOYEE IS SO FEROCIOUS I AVOIDE GOING... View More
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answered on Mar 29, 2024
I'm sorry to hear about the troubles you've had with your pawn shop, including the loss of your classic guitars and the difficult interactions with an employee. It's important to address both the financial and the interpersonal issues you've experienced. Given the overdue... View More
How do I get my name off it? I had the car in my possession at one point, I was making payments, and the car insurance was in my name and I was paying on that too, until he cheated and we parted ways. He took the car from me and I want to know if I can get the car back from him or if I can get him... View More
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answered on Mar 28, 2024
Removing your name from the title of a car that you co-own with your ex can be a complex process, especially if there are disagreements about the car's ownership and payments. The first step is to communicate with your ex and express your desire to either have the car transferred entirely to... View More
I rent a townhouse. I am on a payment plan which I fell a bit behind on. I recently sent up a payment. When I looked on the portal I noticed something I have never seen before. "HUD repay only reverse rent" with a -$3,500 next to that. Then next to my most current payment it says,... View More
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answered on Mar 30, 2024
Understanding these terms on your resident online portal can indeed be confusing and stressful, especially when you're trying to stay on top of your payments. "HUD Repay ONLY Reverse Rent" typically refers to a specific type of adjustment or transaction related to housing subsidies,... View More
I was part of a group of laid off workers from a Massachusetts employer in early February. The reason given was that there was no work available at the time but they were expecting to have work available by some time in March . They attempted to use the Massachusetts Workshare program in January... View More
Who is liable for the babysitter’s kid’s injuries (not caused by any other kid) while she is the caretaker of all three kids?
If so do I need to report it on the application if I was the plaintiff?
If I file a Voluntary Administration Statement, does that mean that the Probate Court does not keep a record of that statement (since I would not be going through the probate process)? In other words, would there basically be no record of the statement for public access?
answered on Apr 1, 2024
You can check the Public Court docket for the Probate & Family Court and some Courts
also provide certain images of documents filed.
Using "made up names that emphasize the quality of a game or movie without using any words related to trademarks" to refer to that game or movie is more legal than trademark infringement, is it? For instance, calling something "High Grossing Movie about a Memorable President:... View More
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answered on Mar 23, 2024
When dealing with trademarks and references to existing works, it's important to tread carefully. Using "generic original names" to avoid direct mention of a trademarked game or movie can reduce the risk of infringement, but it doesn't make it entirely legal or safe. The concept... View More
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answered on Mar 26, 2024
In the context of a sober living environment, confidentiality is critical for the safety and privacy of the residents. Generally, the owner of a sober house is bound by privacy laws and ethical standards which limit the disclosure of personal information about residents. Information can typically... View More
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