It’s generally understood that federal and state laws make it impossible for most people with felony convictions to buy firearms. Any lengthy prison sentence may be enough to revoke a person’s right to purchase a gun. This is done in the name of public safety. But...

From the emotional stress of assisting patients with often debilitating conditions to the high risk of musculoskeletal injuries that may require ongoing pain management, nurses are far from immune from developing a chemical dependency. In addition to the potential for...

You’re in trouble with the law and facing charges -- and you’re understandably scared about the future. When the prosecutor offers you a plea deal, it’s tempting to jump at the chance. Should you? Maybe. Before you make that decision, however, there are a few things...

The police accuse you of a crime, saying they have an eyewitness willing to testify they saw you at the scene of the crime. That does not mean a conviction is certain. Eyewitnesses have helped convict many guilty parties. However, they have also helped convict many...

Many people have experienced drinking heavily enough that they do not remember large portions of the night before when they wake up the following morning. They may have even blacked out while still awake, meaning they were not rationally thinking about their actions....

It can be daunting anytime you're facing criminal charges, especially since the onus falls on your shoulders to defend yourself against the prosecutor's allegations. Mass. Gen. Laws ch. 265 § 17 describes how the Commonwealth of Massachusetts views armed robbery and...

One of perhaps the worst things that can happen if you're looking to retain or increase your child custody rights is to have domestic charges filed against you. While you're presumed innocent while your case makes it through the criminal legal system, family law...

When you buy a gun, you must be very careful to follow all of the rules properly. This is especially true if you are buying that firearm for someone else. This can be done in some cases, such as buying a present for someone’s birthday, but not all. Breaking the law...

Watching a loved one go through a hard time or struggle can be difficult to endure. When someone you love has an uncontrolled substance abuse problem, like drug addiction or alcohol dependence, you may feel powerless. Sometimes, it can seem like the person you loved...

People can find themselves charged with assault because of a fight at a restaurant or even a domestic dispute. Under state law in Massachusetts, even verbal disagreements and threatening statements could constitute assault. Simple assault is often a misdemeanor, but...