Make sure not to talk to the police before calling a lawyer The police have called; they want to talk to you or a family member and you are unsure of what you should do. The answer is straightforward, and we can’t stress it enough: Do not talk to the police. You may think you […]
Why would someone ever make a false confession? It’s more common than you think. A False confession may seem like a rare occurrence. Do you think someone would confess to a crime that they did not commit? If you are inclined to say no, keep reading. All too often people are subjected to police interviews […]
Here’s how the federal tax changes will impact future divorce agreements and judgements The newly enacted federal tax law will have a substantial impact on future divorce agreements and judgments. The new federal law eliminates the deduction for alimony for separation agreements signed after 2018. In the past, alimony payments were deductible by the payor and […]
The Massachusetts Child Support Guidelines changed in September 2017 These augmented guidelines may impact your original agreement, so it’s important to understand the guidelines because you may be paying too much or receiving too little! An experienced attorney can help you investigate your child support arrangement under the scope of the new guidelines. Here are […]
Injured in a car, bike, or motorcycle accident? You may be entitled to money with a personal injury claim. Motor vehicle accidents happen every day. Many of these victims suffer painful injuries, trauma, time off work and medical and other unexpected expenses. In these instances, it makes sense for personal injury victims to explore their […]
Over the past several years, O’Connor and Ryan has helped many clients obtain millions of dollars for personal injuries in accidents and other wrongdoings. For example, we helped earn a $2.1 million recovery for civil rights violations and a $100,000 settlement for a motorcycle accident. A life-altering personal injury can oftentimes mean you are entitled […]
An OUI conviction can follow you through life. If you’ve been arrested for drunk driving, it’s easy to feel hopeless and scared. However, a conviction can follow you through life and it’s important to explore your options before you simply plead guilty. In my 40-year experience as a criminal defense lawyer, I have seen many […]