When a student is suspended, expelled, asked to withdraw, or otherwise disciplined by a private school, parents often feel blindsided. The situation can move quickly. A student may be pulled into interviews, a family may receive a short deadline to respond, and the...
Starting your first job is exciting. It can also feel overwhelming. After weeks of applications, interviews, and waiting, receiving an offer letter may feel like the finish line. But before you sign, take a moment to read the document carefully. Your first job can set...
Learning that your child may be experiencing sexual harassment at school can feel overwhelming. Many parents are unsure where to turn, what steps to take first, or how to protect their child without making an already difficult situation even more stressful. In...
Understanding Student Discipline Boundaries in Massachusetts When something happens off campus — a social media post, a weekend incident, a group chat argument, or even a criminal charge — many parents are left asking the same question: Can the school really...
For licensed professionals in Massachusetts, a criminal charge can create serious problems long before a case ends in court. You do not need to be convicted for your license to come under scrutiny. In many professions, an arrest record, pending charge, or unresolved...
In Massachusetts, worker classification is not just a paperwork issue. It can directly affect whether you are entitled to minimum wage, overtime, earned wages, workplace protections, and certain employment-related benefits. Under Massachusetts law, workers are...
Non-compete agreements can be among the most misunderstood aspects of an employment relationship. Employers often view them as essential protection for customer relationships and confidential information. Employees often see them as a career roadblock—especially when...
Receiving a letter from a licensing board investigating you can be unsettling. For many professionals, it raises immediate concerns about their reputation, livelihood, and future. In Massachusetts, licensing boards take complaints seriously, and how you respond in the...
Remote and hybrid work are no longer exceptions. For many employees and employers, they are the norm. While working from home can offer flexibility and convenience, it has also changed how workplace harassment shows up and how it should be handled. Harassment does not...
Civil Litigation and MCAD: What You Need to Know Before Filing a Discrimination Claim If you believe you’ve been discriminated against at work, in housing, or in another protected setting, you may be required to start your case with the Massachusetts Commission...
College should be a place to learn, grow, and prepare for the future. When a disciplinary issue arises, that future can suddenly feel at risk. Academic misconduct allegations, housing disputes, or Title IX complaints can trigger hearings that move quickly and carry...
Massachusetts Paid Family and Medical Leave, or PFML, has reshaped how workers and businesses manage medical and family-related absences. The law provides wage replacement and job protection during significant life events, but the rules can be complex. At Kerstein and...