Grolman LLP's Virtual Law School Podcast

In Massachusetts there are certain licensing requirements that Home Improvement Contractors must meet and rules governing the contracts between homeowners and contractors.

In this episode of Grolman LLPs audio law school, Attorney David Owens discusses what it means to be a Home Improvement Contractor, what the requirements are for licensing, how the Massachusetts Office of Consumer Affairs and Business Regulation provides resources to review Contractors history and license status, and what a contract to work on your home is required to contain and should contain.

http://www.mass.gov/ocabr/consumer-rights-and-resources/home-improvement-contract/

One of the first steps in starting a new business is deciding what type of organization you should set up.

In this episode of Grolman LLP's audio law school, Attorney Jeffrey Larnard discusses the basics of the major types of business organizations in Massachusetts, including sole proprietorships, general partnerships, limited partnerships, limited liability partnerships, limited liability companies and corporations.

Before a police officer stops and searches your vehicle, certain legal requirements must be met in order for any evidence discovered to be admissible against you. In this episode, we briefly examine those requirements. 

Wondering about the law of defamation? Thinking about defaming someone? Take a First Ammendment Adventure with us.

Questions about what they are? How they work? We got you covered...

The Massachusetts legislature passed a sweeping reform of how alimony is awarded in Massachusetts. Here are all the details.

More information about the closing table... do you need a lawyer representing you? Tune-in and find out!

Today we cover Like Kind Exchanges. What's a Like Kind Exchange? Tune in!

Today we tackle the topic of 1031 Like Kind Exchanges. Enjoy.

With the economic downturn heavily upon us, we wanted to turn our attention to bankruptcy law. In this multi-part podcast, we'll cover the basics so you can determine whether this is a tool you can use in these tough economic times.

Thinking about buying a condo? Then you need to take a listen. We tell you what you need to know in order to make this buying decision a good one.

By popular demand... we present, More Rules for Landlords (Part II). Enjoy.

Donahue & Grolman's Rules for Avoiding Getting Sued by Their Tenants

In a prior episode, we gave you an overview of the homestead declaration as an important building block of a sound estate plan. Now, we cover the homestead declaration in depth. Everything you always wanted to know... but were afraid to ask.

Thanks for all of your letters and emails. You've asked for some information about the eviction process in the Commonwealth, and here it is! Keep the emails and letters coming.

In prior episodes, we've been only discussing real estate law. Today, we branch out to showcase other practice areas of the firm. Is bankruptcy right for you? Double-click and find out.

This week we cover the importance of securing a variance before building.

There's a change in the law regarding buying and selling homes in Massachusetts... and it concerns yor physical safety. This podcast is really worth a listen!

Your home is your greatest asset. In this episode of Donahue & Grolman's Lawcast Podcast, we tackle the subject of Estate Planning. Specifically, we discuss strategies for protecting your assets, and who gets your assets when you die. Whether you own a home or not, we think Estate Planning is for everyone. We think you'll agree.

An over-view of how and when a landlord can come into your apartment. Fun for landlords, brokers and tenants!