When a loved one has an addiction, e.g., a spouse, child or another family member, your instinct is to support and help them. However, some of your instinctive behaviors may cause more harm than good.  You need to understand the difference between supporting your...

When most people think of impaired driving charges, they probably think about alcohol or illegal drugs. The truth is that even the use of legally prescribed medications, taken as directed by a physician, can result in criminal charges in Massachusetts. The fact that a...

Drug crimes are taken very seriously in Massachusetts, and this includes cocaine-related offenses. While the Commonwealth classifies them as felonies, that doesn't mean you can't fight the charges or that you don't have any options regarding the course of your...

Many people don't realize how alcohol can affect them. If you plan on heading out to some parties this weekend, take the time to review some of the basics regarding alcohol and your body and mind. This might help you to figure out whether you can safely drive. Getting...

The heroin problem has reached epidemic proportions in many parts of the country. For the women and men who are addicted to the drug, getting clean can feels impossible. Addicts also face another hard truth: They will likely become involved in the criminal justice...

Law enforcement officers can use a variety of tools to catch drunk drivers. Once an officer sees a driver who is likely impaired, the officer will usually pull the vehicle over. After police officers or troopers communicate with the driver, they will make a...

A drunk driving charge can be difficult to deal with, especially when it is your first charge. You might be worried about the outcome. The entire process might seem confusing. You have to think about the criminal justice aspect of the case, but you also have to think...

You love hanging out with friends and having a good time, but you also know that drinking too much and getting behind the wheel could put you at risk of being arrested. Even if you monitor how much you drink, the only real way to know if you're over the legal limit or...

You have a lot to think about when you are facing a drunk driving charge. One of the main things you need to think about is your defense plan. While some people want to have a not guilty verdict at the end of the case, others simply want to ensure that they are facing...