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What is a Cahill Disposition in a Second Offense OUI Charge?

  • Posted by Alexander Nesson
  • On April 3, 2015
That is if you are charged with a 2nd offense in Massachusetts. You may be eligible for something called the “Cahill Disposition” and it comes from a 2004 case law; which the Registry of Motor Vehicles (RMV) is required to honor the decision of the Court to treat a 2nd offense OUI as a 1st […]
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What should I bring to my first appointment to discuss an OUI case?

  • Posted by Alexander Nesson
  • On April 3, 2015
You do not need to bring anything to the first appointment. However, if you have a police report that would be helpful; if you have a bail slip or a copy of your notice of your license suspension; or a citation for the OUI. If you can get a copy of your driving record, this […]
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What is the First Offense for OUI’s in Massachusetts?

  • Posted by Alexander Nesson
  • On March 27, 2015
There are a variety of penalties. Typically, a first offender can expect one (1) year of probation with a license suspension for 45-90 days and a 16 week mandatory drug and alcohol education program. The administrative penalties in Massachusetts allows the license loss to be up to one (1) year. There is a potential for […]
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Suspensions for OUI Cases.

  • Posted by Alexander Nesson
  • On March 13, 2015
What happens if you fail a breathalyzer test when you are arrested for operating under the influence? What type of a penalty would you get if your blood alcohol test is .08 or greater; if you under 21 and your blood alcohol test is .02 or greater; answer is that your license will be suspended […]
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Domestic Violence in Sports: Are the Courts Equipped to Handle It? 

  • Posted by Alexander Nesson
  • On November 26, 2014
There has been a lot of recent publicity about domestic violence in sports. In many ways these high profile examples of domestic violence reflect a broader societal problem. How does the judicial system deal with allegations of domestic violence?  The courts have had a difficult time addressing allegations of domestic abuse. In the criminal courts […]
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What is a Guardianship of a Minor?

  • Posted by Alexander Nesson
  • On September 29, 2014
In guardianships of a minor there is a legal process where a child under the age of 18 is not in his/her parents care. In Massachusetts a Judge can give custody and care of that child to a guardian if a couple of things occur. 1. If the parents give permission; or the court finds […]
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In Massachusetts, What is a Guardian Ad Litem (“GAL”)?

  • Posted by Alexander Nesson
  • On September 26, 2014
Many people may have heard of a Guardian Ad Litem, but are not sure exactly what it does. What a GAL does is that it provides information and helps assist the Court in disputes relating to family or probate matters. There are different categories of a GAL; including an Investigator; Evaluator; and a “Next Friend”. […]
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Guardianship of an Adult

  • Posted by Alexander Nesson
  • On September 23, 2014
Where do you begin in a guardianship? You have to determine that guardianship and it is a legal process for adults who have been diagnosed with a medical condition and are unable to make or communicate effective decisions about their everyday care; health and/or safety. A Massachusetts Judge can appoint a guardian to make some […]
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