How To Talk To Your Children About Divorce In An Age-Appropriate Way

Telling your kids about divorce is one of the hardest conversations you’ll ever have. Learn age-appropriate strategies to break the news with honesty, love, and minimal trauma, ensuring their emotional well-being remains the top priority. Below, our friends from Merel Family Law discuss age-appropriate ways to discuss divorce with your children. The conversation about divorce […]

The Growing Of Mediation In Family Disputes

Mediation has become an increasingly common way to resolve family conflicts. Instead of going straight into a courtroom, many couples and families are choosing this approach because it often saves time, lowers costs, and allows for more cooperative outcomes. For those facing disputes over custody, property, or support, mediation can provide a path to resolution […]

Car Accidents Involving Commercial Vehicles And Legal Challenges

Collisions with commercial vehicles often create challenges that differ from those involving only passenger cars. Trucks, delivery vans, and other business vehicles are often covered by corporate insurance policies, and liability may involve both the driver and the company that owns the vehicle. Victims may face longer recovery times and higher medical expenses because of […]

Nantucket Tree Dispute Turns Legal

In an unusual and high-stakes property battle, a dispute over ocean views in Nantucket has escalated into both civil and criminal cases. The conflict centered on allegations that Jonathan Jacoby trespassed onto neighbor Patricia Belford’s property during the winter off-season and cut down 16 mature cedar, cherry, and Leyland cypress trees — some nearly 50 […]

How To Protect Minor Children Through Guardianship Provisions

A key part of preparing for the future is deciding who would care for your children if you were no longer able to. While many parents focus on financial accounts and inheritance decisions, the appointment of a legal guardian often carries the most significant long-term impact. Guardianship provisions make it possible for parents to express […]

What Is Probate And Why Is It Necessary?

After the loss of a loved one, working through the legal responsibilities that follow certainly feels overwhelming. And, if there’s a term you’re gonna hear in this process it is probate, which means a court-supervised procedure that manages the estate of someone who has passed away as a probate lawyer can explain. While this concept […]

Timber Trespass: What Happens When the Neighbor Cuts Down Your Trees

Disputes with neighbors are, unfortunately, a not-uncommon occurrence. They can be unpleasant, stressful, and sometimes escalate into a lawsuit. One category of neighbor dispute involves trees. Many folks take the trees on their property for granted — they exist and serve a purpose, but we don’t think too much about them. However, if a tree […]

Choosing The Right Semi-Truck Accident Law Firm

When commercial trucks are involved in a crash, the impact tends to be serious. These vehicles weigh significantly more than passenger cars, and when something goes wrong, the damage can be devastating. Victims often face long recovery times, high medical bills, and lasting emotional strain. But beyond the physical toll, these cases tend to involve […]

How To Handle Intellectual Property Disputes In Commercial Litigation

Intellectual property (IP) is often the most valuable asset of a business. Whether it’s patents, trademarks, copyrights, or trade secrets, IP represents the innovation and uniqueness of your products or services. However, when disputes arise over IP—whether it’s a patent infringement, copyright violation, or trademark misuse—it can lead to costly and complex legal challenges. Our […]

Differences In First-Time & Repeat DUI Offenses

Legal Consequences One of the most significant differences between first-time and repeat DUI offenses lies in the legal consequences. A first-time DUI offense typically results in lighter penalties, such as fines, a short license suspension, mandatory attendance in an alcohol education program, or a brief period of probation. In contrast, repeat offenses carry much harsher […]

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I was referred to Jack White by a friend who hired him to represent her during her own divorce. I was going through some very rough times trying to prepare the documents I needed to file my own divorce case. I had asked Jack if he could take some time to look over the paperwork and “spot check” my work. I am SO glad I did. Jack was very knowledgeable in his field and very professional. I can’t thank him enough for taking the time to set me on the right path and to answer my legal questions. I would highly recommend him and the entire Welts, White and Fontaine staff to anyone in need of legal assistance.”
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