After decades of successful personal injury and wrongful death litigation, KJC Law Firm and Sheff Law are merging to form Sheff & Cook. Management will be shared between Douglas K. Sheff and our own Kathy Jo Cook, both tenacious litigators who share a philosophy of maximizing restitution for each and every one of their clients. […]
The Massachusetts court system is one of the oldest of its kind in the country and handles hundreds of trials each year. You might be surprised to learn that only around 5% of personal injury cases actually make it that far, according to the Bureau of Justice Statistics. The majority of these types of cases […]
If you’ve ever read through a contract or examined the fine print of a warranty, you know the letter of the law can be dense and confusing stuff. It becomes even more complicated once you become involved in actual legal proceedings. In light of this, we’ve put together our “Legalese, Translated” blog post series. Each […]
Vehicle accidents are some of the most common cases we handle here at KJC. It’s incredible how quickly a seemingly cut and dry fender-bender can turn into a legal nightmare. In light of this, we’ve put together a step-by-step guide to navigating the aftermath of a car accident in Massachusetts. 1. Get to safety, but […]
Most people don’t wake up in the morning and consider the possibility of sustaining a life-changing injury as they go about their day. And even when the worst happens, many don’t realize they may be entitled to financial restitution that can really make a difference in their time of need. This is the realm of […]
Due to the negligence of airplane manufacturers, thousands of pilots, flight attendants, and passengers around the world have been exposed to toxic cabin air. The exposure can cause an array of permanent and catastrophic illnesses and injuries, known collectively as aerotoxic syndrome. In this article, we’ll examine the root cause of aerotoxic syndrome and review […]
With the summer months fast approaching, you’ll see more Bay Staters hitting the roads and trails to enjoy their hobbies wearing a variety of sturdy and colorful helmets. Modern helmets have evolved to include high-tech materials, but their basic structure is largely the same. Across sports and activities, most helmets feature a layer of foam […]
Legal malpractice cases are highly fact intensive. No two cases are alike. There are, however, some common defenses to these sorts of cases. Attorney Client Relationship This often comes up in the situation where your former lawyer represented multiple individuals and/or businesses. The lawyer might defend your case by arguing that he or she did […]
In Massachusetts we are afforded certain protections under the United States Constitution and the Massachusetts Declaration of Rights. A police officer may only conduct an investigation if he or she has “reasonable cause” to do so. If the officer cannot explain why he or she suspects that you were violating some traffic law or operating […]
A charge of “Possession with Intent to Distribute” means that the Commonwealth claims that you had drugs and you planned to distribute them or sell them to other people. Prosecutors in Massachusetts typically work hard to get a conviction or plea and the stiffest penalty possible in these cases. It is surprisingly easy for police […]
Navigating the court system is complicated and the consequences of not knowing how to do that can be disastrous. Every criminal case has many potential outcomes depending on the circumstances of the arrest. Most people who are arrested for OUI in Massachusetts are not criminals. They are regular, ordinary people who found the experience of […]
The difference between “possession with intent to distribute” and “drug trafficking” is usually based on the amount of drugs in your possession. However, these charges can sometimes be based on months of law enforcement investigation that includes wiretap evidence, controlled buys, confidential informants, and “drug raids” conducted at residences and/or businesses. Drug Trafficking is an […]
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