Massachusetts

Massachusetts AG Leads Coalition in Major Lawsuit to Challenge Federal Funding Freeze

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Boston, MA — Massachusetts Attorney General Andrea J. Campbell announced on Tuesday that her office is spearheading a multi-state lawsuit aimed at challenging a recent decision by the federal government to halt particular funding streams. According to Campbell, this legal action is a direct response to what has been perceived as an abrupt and potentially detrimental freeze on federal funds, which could impact numerous programs crucial to public welfare and state operations. The lawsuit emerges amid escalating tensions between state governments and federal agencies over resource allocation and administrative directives that critics argue may impair … Read more

Governor Healey Nominates Four Legal Experts to Strengthen Massachusetts Probate and Family Court

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Boston, MA – In a significant judicial appointment move, Governor Maura Healey announced on Wednesday the nomination of Brian Salisbury and three other legal professionals for roles as Associate Justices of the Massachusetts Probate and Family Court. These appointments await confirmation by the Governor’s Council. Brian Salisbury, a seasoned law partner at Doherty, Dugan, Cannon, Raymond, & Weil, P.C., has extensively practiced in various branches of family and probate law. Notably, Salisbury’s professional expertise encompasses a breadth of family law litigation, ranging from divorce to fiduciary disputes. He is recognized for his multifaceted roles including … Read more

Jury Hears Claims Against Tobacco Giant for Allegedly Targeting Massachusetts Preteen as Future Smoker

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Springfield, MA — In a recent legal battle in Massachusetts, tobacco giant Philip Morris was accused by a Springfield jury of marketing its products to a young teen as a potential new consumer. This case, heard on Thursday, highlights tensions between corporate marketing strategies and public health concerns. Lawyers representing the state argued that the tobacco company specifically targeted a preteen, viewing him as a “replacement” customer to sustain their market base, primarily composed of adults who had succumbed to lung diseases from smoking. During the court proceedings, it was emphasized that such marketing practices … Read more

Governor Healey Proposes Major Revisions to Massachusetts’ Right-to-Shelter Law Amid Housing Crisis

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BOSTON, Mass. — Governor Maura Healey unveiled a plan Wednesday that could significantly alter Massachusetts’ right-to-shelter law, originally enacted in 1983. This law ensures that homeless families and pregnant women receive emergency housing. However, with shelters reaching their capacity of 7,500 families this year due to a surge in migrants, state officials see a need for reform. Governor Healey emphasized that the reforms aim to maintain safety, support communities, and achieve fiscal sustainability within the shelter system. She stated, “These proposed changes will allow us to ensure the safety of our system, support cities and … Read more