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The Elderly and Bankruptcy

  • Posted by Alexander Nesson
  • On June 1, 2020
Both in Massachusetts and nationally there has been a significant increase in bankruptcy filings by older Americans; particularly over 55, but the percentages have gone way up overall in the last several years.  Part of the reason is that older Americans or elders might have substantial health or medical bills. Their income may be either […]
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How the Court Looks at Legal Custody

  • Posted by Alexander Nesson
  • On May 28, 2020
Legal custody is a major decision regarding the children on a day to day decision. There is a presumption that if the parties are married, that there be joint legal custody but that is not always the case. There are a lot of instances where parents that have joint legal custody have disputes about health-related […]
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How to Pay Child Support with Job Loss due to COVID-19

  • Posted by Alexander Nesson
  • On May 26, 2020
(Copy and paste the link above into your web browser for a YouTube video on this subject) During this time period many people are either losing their job or having their pay cut significantly. This can hinder one’s ability to pay child support. In this situation, what can you do to help yourself? One effective […]
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In Probate and Family Court – Disputes regarding Custody or Parenting Plans

  • Posted by Alexander Nesson
  • On May 25, 2020
In Probate and Family Court many times when there is a dispute about custody or parenting plans the Judge may order an app such as Family Wizard or a similar app to have any kind of communication.  The reasoning behind this is so that there can be a record of communication; so, if there is […]
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What’s happening with DCF during COVID-19?

  • Posted by Alexander Nesson
  • On May 22, 2020
(Copy and paste the link above into your web browser for a YouTube video on this subject) Due to COVID-19, there’s been a lot of issues that have arisen lately with DCF cases. The disease has complicated things, as there have been disputes about whether a kid is at too high risk of contracting the […]
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In Probate Court What is a requirement for Parenting Education?

  • Posted by Alexander Nesson
  • On May 21, 2020
In a divorce case it is mandatory that both parents participate in a parenting education class within 45 days. There can be extensions and there are circumstances where it can be waived completely but those are unique. During the Coronavirus there are ways to have that done remotely by video. Make sure that it is […]
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What Happens with COVID-19 Federal Government Relief during a Divorce?

  • Posted by Alexander Nesson
  • On May 20, 2020
(Copy and paste the link above into your web browser for a YouTube video on this subject) With relief packages from the federal government being supplied during the pandemic, I have had people ask questions about what happens with the money in a divorce case. There has been a dispute about whether this money should […]
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Information on how COVID-19 has Impacted MA Law

  • Posted by Alexander Nesson
  • On May 19, 2020
As of May 15th, 2020 the courts are still closed until June 1st, 2020 due to COVID-19, but with some exceptions. Letters from the Leaders of the Judiciary and the Massachusetts Bar Association have indicated that the courthouses will most likely be closed for most or all of the summer.  Emergency cases or ones in […]
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Frequently asked Questions in Bankruptcy

  • Posted by Alexander Nesson
  • On May 18, 2020
Should you take steps such as taking cash advances, refinancing the home, making large charitable contributions shortly before filing bankruptcy? The answer is no. You want to be very careful of doing anything that would be looking to manipulate the bankruptcy situation. You should talk to an attorney before trying to take any steps like […]
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