Boston Criminal Defense Law Blog

A person who works for a bank in Massachusetts often has a great deal of responsibility. A mistake could ultimately result in significant financial losses. Additionally, a mistake could also result in criminal charges depending on the nature of the issues. In fact, a man now faces accusations of embezzling money during his employment with…

Technology has many benefits, but it can also offer some the opportunity to engage in activities that are not appropriate or legal. Cybercrime is a growing area of concern for the federal government, and the various agencies that investigate and prosecute cybercrimes take these cases very seriously. If you are facing allegations of any type…

Many people who get pulled over and arrested for operating under the influence (OUI) in Massachusetts didn’t realize that they had had too much to drink. In fact, some people who get arrested for an OUI may have medical conditions that explain why they failed a chemical breath test or may be the victims of…

The relationship between spouses can often be volatile. In fact, even couples who love each other very much can become embroiled in conflict. Though this conflict is rarely violent in nature, a doctor in Massachusetts was recently indicted for murder in a case involving his wife’s death. Reports indicate that the 58-year-old man and the 45-year-old woman…

If a police officer has reason to believe you’re operating a motor vehicle under the influence, they won’t hesitate to pull you over. Maybe they’re right, maybe they’re wrong. Either way, you’re sure to have concerns about what will happen next. Rather than deal with this type of traffic stop should the time come, there’s…

Being involved in a car accident, even a relatively minor one, is often a stressful experience. In some cases, a person involved in an accident may panic and respond unpredictably. Unfortunately, law enforcement officers in Massachusetts concluded that a woman was drunk driving based on her alleged behavior following a collision. The incident that led to the…

Facing a criminal charge for drunk driving is much more than an inconvenience in your life. Even if it is your first offense, consequences such as loss of driving privileges, time behind bars and expensive fines can impact your life. A conviction can lead to a permanent mark on your criminal record, and this mark…

It is difficult to fathom how much money — in the form of cash and checks — goes through the hands of an employee of a federal credit union. Unfortunately for these employees, they could find themselves facing serious accusations should a mistake occur or money go missing. In fact, two former employees of a…

Some of the advice that people give those trying to start a new business could actually be harmful for someone who wants to work in financial management or investing. The idea that you should fake it ‘til you make it, as well as the idea that you need to spend money to make money, can…

If you ever get pulled over on suspicion of drunk driving, chances are good that a police officer will ask you to perform a series of coordination tests known as field sobriety tests (FSTs). Although there are a number of FSTs that can be used, three are endorsed by the National Highway Safety Administration, and are therefore…