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PK Boston Law advises individuals and businesses on complex real estate and business matters. Their experienced legal team provides buyers, sellers, lenders, landlords, business owners and developers with responsive, cost-effective advisory services and a dedication to ensuring every decision is handled with care. The team's no-nonsense approach and straightforward, collaborative style..
PK Boston Law Blog
2d ago
In our increasingly digital world, electronic communications like text messages, Slack channels, and e-mails are all integral to business operations. Can these quicker communication methods fulfill the same goals? More importantly, can they meet the requirements for exercising an option when the contract requires written notice by a more formal method? The Massachusetts Appeals Court ..read more
PK Boston Law Blog
1w ago
The Supreme Judicial Court (SJC) has refined the application of the anti-lapse statute, a crucial aspect of estate law aimed at preserving gifts to beneficiaries' heirs when they predecease the decedent. A recent case involving the will of Heather Hossack, prepared by a Connecticut attorney not licensed in Massachusetts, sheds light on the importance of ..read more
PK Boston Law Blog
2w ago
The Nantucket Land Court recently issued a significant ruling that may have far-reaching implications for short-term rentals. The issue arose when Cathy Ward, a property owner in a residential area of Nantucket, raised concerns about her neighbors, the Grapes, using their house for short-term rentals. Ward argued that these rentals violated town bylaws, which restrict ..read more
PK Boston Law Blog
1M ago
A $418 million settlement calls for the Chicago-based National Association of Realtors (NAR) to eliminate decades-old rules on commissions and make it easier for buyers to negotiate fees with their own agents or use no agents at all, Reuters reports. The accord resolves claims against more than 1 million members, state and local realtor associations ..read more
PK Boston Law Blog
4M ago
Did you know that: (1) the Corporate Transparency Act, a federal law that became effective January 1, 2024, requires almost all U.S. companies to file a report with the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network of the U.S. Treasury (“FinCEN”) that discloses information to FinCEN about the company and its owners, (2) reports that are filed late ..read more
PK Boston Law Blog
5M ago
Many individuals entering into agreements for the provision of services or goods may be familiar with the concept of mechanic's liens. While the term is commonly heard, only a few understand how to effectively use this legal tool to secure payment when it is withheld for services and goods rendered. A common misconception is whether ..read more
PK Boston Law Blog
7M ago
Incorporating your business is a significant decision that can have far-reaching implications for your company's growth and success. While the timing of this decision is crucial, there are several compelling reasons why now is an excellent time to consider incorporating your business. In this blog, we'll explore some of the key factors that make the ..read more
PK Boston Law Blog
8M ago
By Michelle OliveiraCommercial real estate is a dynamic and complex industry that often faces economic downturns, market fluctuations and unforeseen challenges. When property owners, developers, or investors encounter financial distress or difficulties in meeting their obligations, workout agreements become a crucial tool for resolving issues and keeping properties viable. A commercial real estate workout agreement ..read more
PK Boston Law Blog
8M ago
PK Boston's Robert Pellegrini recently spoke with Realtor.com author, Kimberly Dawn Neumann, to talk about what to do if you smell a neighbor's cigarette or marijuana smoke in your rental. “For quite some time, smoking cigarettes inside or around public places has been outlawed due to the dangers of secondhand smoke,” says lawyer Robert Pellegrini ..read more
PK Boston Law Blog
8M ago
On July 7th, 2023, new regulations regarding Nitrogen Sensitive Areas (NSAs) from the Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection (Mass DEP) went into effect. If you are a homeowner in Massachusetts, particularly in areas of NSAs, it is important to comply with the new regulations. As a real estate firm servicing clients in Southeastern Mass, we ..read more