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Cape Ann is an historic gem. The rocky coast, white sand beaches, granite curbed streets, colonial and revolutionary era architecture, art colonies and, of course, America’s Oldest Seaport make Cape Ann a tourist attraction along side its immense local culture. With all of that beauty comes the problems of antiquated infrastructure, old civic planning of […]

It is important to find a qualified maritime attorney if you are injured on the navigable waters. At Orlando & Associates, P.C. we have “Proctors in Admiralty,” which is a special designation given to attorneys who specialize in maritime law by the Maritime Law Association. Being injured on the navigable waters (ocean, rivers, lakes) means you have […]

Each community, has their own “dog leash ordinance” (local law) or similar public safety rules relative to securing dogs when out in public areas. For instance, in Gloucester, on February 26, 2019, by a vote of 8-0 in favor, the city council approved amendments to G.C.O. c. 4 s. 4-16(a) to specify certain areas wherein […]

If you are injured in a car accident in Massachusetts and your vehicle is registered and insured in Massachusetts, you are entitled to “PIP” benefits under your own, 1st party, auto insurance policy. PIP benefits are “no-fault,” benefits to reimburse your medical bills and lost wages. They are paid regardless of which driver is at-fault […]

Most of us are familiar with the concept of a lien. We’ve seen mechanic’s liens on your car or tax liens on your house, but did you know that your medical treatment provider or health insurer can put a lien on your personal injury case and any settlement or judgment?   If you have Medicare or MassHealth, these medical liens happen automatically (by operation […]