Blog Posts in "Questions & Answers

20 May 2024

Can a Neighbor Drain Water on Your Property?

Can a landowner make changes to his land so water drains towards a neighboring property and then rent part of that land to cars and other polluters without installing storm drains or other provisions to keep pollution off the neighboring land? […]

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11 Oct 2022

Suing a Builder For Fraudulent Practices

Can I sue a builder for deceitful and fraudulent business practices? […]

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5 Oct 2022

Enforcing Condominium Association Rules and Bylaws

We place the interests of our clients first to help them achieve their goals. Our condo attorneys aim to work efficiently and effectively while being accessible to every client.

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27 Apr 2020

The Frustration Coronavirus is Causing for Businesses

Heavily-effected companies in the travel, hospitality, and restaurant sectors have seen huge losses of revenue. However, the construction industry has also seen a unique web of concerns, including delays and loss of business.

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21 Apr 2020

COVID-19 Impact on Existing Commercial Leases and Residential Tenants

Although the coronavirus situation is currently unfolding and many changes could be yet to come, there have been some government actions that affect businesses, landlords and residential tenants alike. 

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13 Mar 2020

How to Avoid and Settle Condo Parking Disputes

Condo parking restrictions and disputes are some of the most common issues that property managers and condominium owners have to deal with. In crowded urban areas, parking spaces are hard to come by, and issues can quickly arise when residents don’t park in their designated spaces.

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12 Feb 2016

Subcontractor Mechanics Lien

I am a subcontractor who has not been paid for my work. Can I place a lien on the homeowner’s property? […]

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12 Dec 2015

What to Do If a General Contractor Completes Poor Work

I signed a contract with a general contractor to have some renovation work done in my Massachusetts home. The contract had a clause stating the general contractor could not be sued and the general contractor would not be held responsible for any problems with the work done to my home. […]

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3 Sep 2015

What You Can Do About Neighborhood Noise From Fire Pits

We purchased an end unit condo in Barnstable County. After we moved in, our condo association installed a fire pit in a common area about 25 feet from our bedroom window. […]

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19 Aug 2015

Contractor Breaks Verbal Agreement

We have hired a general contractor for home renovation. In the contract, we noticed the following phrase: “All work to be completed in a workmanlike manner according to standard practices.” […]

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10 Jun 2015

What to Know About Converting Rental Units to Condos

How soon do landowners have to notify tenants if they plan to convert a rental building into condos? […]

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9 Dec 2014

Defending Against Motion For Summary Judgement

How do I defend against a motion for summary judgment? […]

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17 Oct 2014

Appealing Court Decisions

Who is entitled to appealing a decision of the Court or filing a motion for reconsideration? […]

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