More than 4.5 million people are bitten by dogs each year in the United States, and according to the American Humane Society, the majority of those are children. One in five of those bites requires medical attention. Any dog has the potential to bite, regardless of breed, size, or temperament. As we’ve said before, you […]
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Eric Parker Quoted in The New York Times Coverage of Immersive Jury Experience
Founding Partner, Eric Parker, a seasoned trial attorney known for his commanding courtroom presence, was recently quoted in The New York Times in a story examining a new form of immersive theater that drops participants into the heart of a jury trial. This isn’t Eric’s first foray into the intersection of law and entertainment. He previously […]
How to Choose the Right Personal Injury Lawyer for You
If you have suffered an injury as a result of someone else’s negligence, you might be thinking about hiring a personal injury attorney to pursue a claim for financial compensation. A serious injury can result in: hefty medical bills not covered by insurance loss of income due to missed work ongoing physical pain permanent scarring […]
Massachusetts Judge Finds Illegal Workplace Recording Admissible
On January 2, 2025, Superior Court Judge Julie E. Green ruled that a secretly recorded conversation was admissible in court. In the case Simpson v. Boston Public Health Commission, Ms. Simpson, the plaintiff, sued for employment discrimination and retaliation, and two counts of violating the Wiretap Statute, G.L. c. 272, § 99. The central issue […]
The Nuances Around Lawyer Referral Fees in Massachusetts
The rules seem fairly straightforward: according to Rule 1.5(e) of the Massachusetts Rules of Professional Conduct, a lawyer can accept a referral fee if the total fee is reasonable, the client is notified of the arrangement, and that client gives written consent in advance. The referring attorney must also believe that the attorney to whom […]
