As an employee in Massachusetts, you should know your rights and entitlements when it comes to overtime pay. One common misconception among salaried employees is that they are not entitled to overtime pay. This is not always true, depending on various factors that determine eligibility for overtime pay. What is Overtime Pay? Overtime pay is the additional compensation an employer pays to an employee for
RJA is proud to announce the selection of attorneys Austin Joyce, John Vigliotti, and Andy Gambaccini for inclusion in the 2023 list of Massachusetts “Super Lawyers” by Super Lawyers magazine. Austin Joyce receives the honor for the fifth time. Joyce was recognized for his excellence in the area of personal injury litigation. John Vigliotti receives the award for the ninth time, one for each year
Seeking Compensation for Medical Expenses After a Car Accident in Massachusetts Car accidents can be traumatic experiences that leave victims dealing with physical injuries, emotional distress, and financial burdens. In Massachusetts, understanding your rights and options for seeking compensation for medical expenses after a car accident is crucial. Our personal injury attorneys are dedicated to helping accident victims navigate the legal complexities of personal injury
In Massachusetts, the Prevailing Wage Law requires contractors and subcontractors working on public construction projects to pay their workers the prevailing wage rate. The “prevailing wage rate” is the hourly rate of pay, including benefits, paid to the majority of workers engaged in a particular type of construction work in a specific geographic area. This law applies to all types of public works projects, including
In a recent decision from the Civil Service Commission, RJA Attorney Andy Gambaccini successfully represented a New Bedford police officer in a case of first impression that now has set the legal standard regarding the effect of an employee’s reinstatement as concerns an existing civil service promotional list. After a civil service promotional examination process in 2021, this New Bedford police officer was placed on
Car accidents can be traumatic events, often leading to physical injuries, emotional distress, and financial hardship. Trying to navigate through the intricate landscape of liability and fault in auto accident claims can magnify these challenges. One such complex area of law in Massachusetts is the principle of comparative fault. What is Comparative Fault? Comparative fault, also referred to as comparative negligence, is a legal principle
Experiencing a severe car accident is a traumatic and life-altering event. If you have been brought to the hospital in an ambulance, it is understandable that you may not have been able to gather essential information at the accident scene. This comprehensive guide is tailored to you, providing crucial steps to take while being assessed for injuries at the hospital. Focus on Your Health and Safety: Your immediate priority
Many employees in Massachusetts are “on-call” outside of their regular working hours, which means that they must be available to work if called upon by their employer. Both employees and employers need to understand whether on-call time is compensable under Massachusetts law. We explain whether employees are entitled to compensation for on-call time and what factors are considered in determining compensation. What is On-Call Time?
Say your company is registered in Delaware and has its offices in Ohio. You want to hire a part-time programmer who happens to live in Massachusetts. Do you need to register in Massachusetts as a foreign corporation? Registration Requirements In general, the requirement for a company to register as a foreign corporation in another state depends on various factors, including the nature and extent of
Understanding Causes, Liability, and the Importance of Legal Representation Car accidents can happen in the blink of an eye, often resulting in devastating consequences for those involved. If you have been injured in a car accident in Massachusetts, understanding how liability is determined, what steps to take after an accident, and why seeking legal representation is important can significantly impact the outcome and the compensation
