If you are or have been a victim of a violent crime, you may be entitled to compensation.
If you live in Massachusetts and you are the victim of a crime, you may be able to get compensation through the State. The following are examples of what types of things are compensable: – medical and dental expenses, – counseling expenses, – funeral/burial costs, – lost wages, – replacement bedding, – crime scene cleanup […]
The Reality of Assault and Battery in Massachusetts.
Harry Hands sees Sally Shoulder. Harry likes Sally. He calls to her and she does not answer. Perhaps she is ignoring him. Perturbed, he walks up to her and taps her on the shoulder. Did Harry break the law? The answer is probably yes. Under Massachusetts law, an assault is when you place someone in […]