Massachusetts Appeals Court

Commonwealth v. Dennis L. Coates, Jr. - Criminal Appeal

The Massachusetts Appeals Court issued a non-precedential memorandum and order in Commonwealth v. Dennis L. Coates, Jr. The court affirmed the defendant's conviction for assault and battery on a family or household member, finding that the prosecutor's closing argument did not improperly refer to facts not in evidence.

David Ladd v. Alina Bosch - Appeals Court Opinion

The Massachusetts Appeals Court issued a non-precedential opinion affirming judgments related to a construction dispute. The court affirmed the dismissal of claims under the New Hampshire Consumer Protection Act and upheld a jury verdict for abuse of process. The decision is primarily directed to the parties involved.

Care and Protection of Latifa - Massachusetts Appeals Court Opinion

The Massachusetts Appeals Court issued a non-precedential opinion regarding the care and protection of two children, Latifa and Annette. The court affirmed a lower court's decision to terminate the mother's parental rights, finding her unfit to parent.

Hull v. Ferrera - Real Property Ownership Dispute

The Massachusetts Appeals Court issued an opinion in Hull v. Ferrera, concerning the ownership of a portion of Beach Avenue. The court reviewed a Land Court decision regarding real property ownership and deed construction, impacting the town's claim versus private landowners.

B-Dunz, Inc. v. Bilingual Montessori School - Business Dispute

The Massachusetts Appeals Court affirmed a lower court's judgment in the business dispute between B-Dunz, Inc. and Bilingual Montessori School of Sharon. The court upheld rulings on directed verdicts, JNOV, and a new trial, affirming the plaintiff's acceptance of a remittitur on damages.

Commonwealth v. Levi L. - Juvenile Non-Precedential Opinion

The Massachusetts Appeals Court issued a non-precedential opinion affirming the denial of a juvenile's motion to suppress evidence related to firearm and ammunition charges. The juvenile had conditionally pleaded guilty after the motion to suppress was denied.

Bombaugh v. Unum Life Insurance Company of America - Insurance Dispute

The Massachusetts Appeals Court reversed a lower court's decision in favor of Maryanne Bombaugh in her dispute with Unum Life Insurance Company of America over disability benefits. The court found the policy language was not ambiguous and ruled in favor of the insurer.

N.L. v. J.P. & Another - Massachusetts Appeals Court Opinion

The Massachusetts Appeals Court issued a non-precedential opinion in N.L. v. J.P. & Another, affirming the denial of a motion to file a late notice of appeal. The case involved a summary process action and a default judgment for unpaid rent.

Commonwealth v. Eric Lasalle - Criminal Case Appeal

The Massachusetts Appeals Court affirmed a District Court judge's order dismissing a criminal complaint against Eric Lasalle for receiving a stolen motor vehicle. The Commonwealth appealed, arguing the judge abused her discretion by dismissing the case due to the nonappearance of summoned police officers.

Baillargeon v. Lennon - Massachusetts Appeals Court Opinion

The Massachusetts Appeals Court affirmed a Superior Court judgment against Mathew Lennon for trespassing and damaging trees on his neighbors' property. The original judgment included $100,000 for tree damage, trebled to $300,000, plus $10,000 for encroachments, totaling $310,000.