Although the US Federal Reserve recently cut the federal funds rate to between 3.5% and 3.75%, the lowest in three... Read More »

They Offer Alternative to LLCs With Easier Off-Record Transfers Massachusetts nominee trusts have long been used to hold title to real... Read More »

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In a landmark decision with significant implications for property rights and emergency policymaking, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the... Read More »

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Massachusetts SJC Upholds MBTA Communities Act on Constitutional Grounds, but Rules Ineffective on Procedural Grounds Background If you already have the background,... Read More »

The Massachusetts Legislature’s failure to pass a major Economic Development bill by the end of the 2024 regular session appeared... Read More »

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In Zurich American Insurance Company v. Medical Properties Trust, Inc. (and a consolidated case[1]) (Docket No. SJC-13535), the Supreme Judicial... Read More »

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