by Turco Legal | Apr 28, 2017 | Divorce, Massachusetts, Restraining Order
Which scenarios may lead to divorce based on cruel and abusive treatment as the fault ground? 1. A husband falsely accuses his wife of affairs with patients and previously threatened to slash her. 2. A wife calls her husband vile names and berates him in front of... by Turco Legal | Apr 26, 2017 | Custody, Massachusetts
What is an affidavit of care and custody, and when does a party need to file one? Filing: The short answer to the latter part of that question: a party needs to file this document whenever there is a proceeding involving the care or custody of a child. In addition to... by Turco Legal | Apr 21, 2017 | Equitable Distribution, Massachusetts, Property Division
Sam and Sally are going through a divorce. For years, Sam worked outside of the home while Sally stayed home to care for the couple’s children. Sam was responsible for the acquisition of most of the couple’s property. He now wonders whether the court will consider his... by Turco Legal | Apr 19, 2017 | Adoption, Massachusetts
Typically, written consent of certain parties is required before an adoption may take place; the requirements are set forth in Massachusetts General Laws, chapter 210, section 2. If the child in question is over the age of 12, consent by the child is also necessary.... by Turco Legal | Apr 14, 2017 | Divorce, Massachusetts
Dean and Doreen are married. However, they have not lived together since Dean left their marital home in Massachusetts. He left about two years ago and moved out of state. Massachusetts recognizes no-fault divorce. A party only needs to claim an irretrievable...