In Sheinkopf v. Pacific Life Insurance Company, Mass. Super. Ct., No. 2384CV01704 -BLS2*** (Suffolk County July 29, 2026), the Court granted Summary Judgment to Pacific Life on plaintiffs’ claims of Breach of Contract, Breach of the Covenant of Good Faith and Fair Dealing, Declaratory Judgment, Negligence, and Unjust Enrichment. Factual Background In Sheinkopf, a $7.5 […]
An estate plan is especially important to have if you are in a second or third marriage, or if your family includes stepchildren and children from prior relationships. Without documents specifically crafted for your family, your estate plan (or lack thereof) may result in unintended consequences. Many people believe that a will governs the distribution […]
Not sure what you need when it comes to wills, estates and trusts? You’re not alone! Join Trusts & Estates Attorney Robert Mascali along with Dave Malone of Martha’s Vineyard Investment Advisors and Eve Vincent of Martha’s Vineyard Bank for a complimentary educational seminar, Find Your Bearings: A community seminar on wills, estates and trusts, […]
The SJC recently ruled that the town of Petersham improperly denied a special permit for a large-scale solar farm based solely on generalized concerns over tree cutting. Attorney David K. McCay, who handles solar energy issues, said the decision provides important lessons for municipal officials. Read full article on the Massachusetts Lawyers Weekly website (subscription […]
A DIY divorce – where both parties agree to represent themselves without a lawyer – can be tempting for couples who just want it over with and want to save on legal fees. Such divorces can be costly, particularly for those going through gray divorces- older couples in their 60s, 70s and 80s. Attorney Grace […]
Attorney David Fine will be one of five panelists, representing firms from across the United States, presenting an educational webinar, Solving Problems During the Construction Process, on August 7. Specifically, he will be addressing understanding construction contract essentials. For additional details and to register, visit Halfmoon Education Inc.’s website. […]
We are proud of our Mirick Gives Back volunteer initiative and appreciate The Worcester Guardian for highlighting the program in a recent article. This year we supported ten nonprofit organizations across Central Massachusetts, MetroWest, and Greater Boston through volunteer projects, donation drives, and charitable giving. We are grateful for our team who so wholly embrace […]
Estate planning is about more than deciding who receives your property one day. It is also about protecting what you have worked a lifetime to build. One tool that can help accomplish a wide range of goals is the irrevocable trust. Depending on the circumstances, an irrevocable trust can be used to support tax planning, […]
Mirick is proud to have been named to Massachusetts Lawyers Weekly list of Best Legacy Law Firms for 2026. In announcing their second annual legacy listing, MLW said, “We are spotlighting firms that have not merely survived but thrived for 25 years or more. They range in size from three lawyers to hundreds of attorneys, […]
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Attorney Edward Bassett joined host Craig Fuller on the FreightWaves Today tv show this week to discuss the recent Supreme Court Ruling, Montgomery vs. Caribe, which exposes brokers to liability for selecting unsafe or unqualified carriers. In the ruling, the Supreme Court ruled unanimously (9-0) that federal law does not shield freight brokers from state-law […]
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