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Explaining Massachusetts non-criminal law in plain language. By legal aid programs. https://www.MassLegalHelp.org
No es legal que la compañía de gas o electricidad interrumpa sus servicios si usted los necesita para calefaccionar su hogar entre el 27 de octubre y el 1 de abril y no puede pagar sus facturas.

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November 13, 2025 at 6:23 PM
It is illegal for your gas or electric company to turn off your services if you need them for heat between October 27 and April 1 and you cannot afford to pay your bills.

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November 13, 2025 at 6:21 PM
📢Massachusetts Bar Association Dial-A-Lawyer is TOMORROW!☎️ @massbar.bsky.social

On the first Wednesday of the month, between 5:30 and 7:30 PM, you can call volunteer lawyers and get free legal advice. Call (617) 338-0610 or (877) 686-0711.

For more information: www.massbar.org/public/dial-...
November 4, 2025 at 5:58 PM
El Departamento del Niño y las Familias debe dar a las personas discapacitadas las mismas oportunidades de beneficiarse de sus programas y actividades.

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October 17, 2025 at 6:29 PM
The Department of Children and Families must give people with disabilities an equal chance to benefit from its programs and activities.

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October 17, 2025 at 6:27 PM
Do you have a plan for your children if you are suddenly detained by ICE?

Work with a student attorney from Harvard Legal Aid Bureau in Cambridge to talk through your options and make a plan.

📞Contact HLAB: 617-495-4408 or hlabfamilypreparedness@lists.law.harvard.edu
October 16, 2025 at 6:55 PM
Si usted ha informado al arrendador por escrito acerca de un problema en su apartamento, y el arrendador se niega a hacer las reparaciones, usted tiene derecho a tomar medidas para que se hagan las reparaciones necesarias.

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October 3, 2025 at 7:48 PM
If you have told your landlord in writing about a problem in your apartment and they refuse to make repairs, you have the right to take action.

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October 3, 2025 at 7:47 PM
If you’re selected for a Section 8 Voucher, learn what steps to take next.
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October 1, 2025 at 5:50 PM
When someone starts a case against you in Probate and Family Court, they file a paper called a Complaint. You may wish to file an “Answer.” An "Answer" is your response to the Complaint that the plaintiff filed.

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September 29, 2025 at 5:23 PM
You can ask for replacement SNAP if you lost food that you bought with SNAP because of a flood, fire, or lack of electricity. To apply, report to the Department of Transitional Assistance (DTA) within 10 days of the food loss.

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September 26, 2025 at 7:36 PM
Adult Foster Care (ACF) caregivers - if you are low income, you may be eligible for SNAP and you have the choice to exclude ACF members in your SNAP household. Apply through the Department of Transitional Assistance (DTA).

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September 25, 2025 at 3:34 PM
If you are a college student eligible for SNAP, you may get up to $292 per month for food. Students with spouses or children may be eligible for more. You can apply through the Department of Transitional Assistance (DTA).

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September 24, 2025 at 2:38 PM
As a renter in Massachusetts, some of your rights depend on the kind of tenancy you have and the kind of housing you rent. You also have certain rights no matter what type of tenancy you have.

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September 11, 2025 at 2:57 PM
If you feel that you've been discriminated against by a real estate agent or a landlord, there are steps that you can take and organizations that may be able to help you. Learn more on MassLegalHelp.

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En español www.masslegalhelp.org/es/vivienda-...
September 9, 2025 at 1:54 PM
When looking for a place to live, it's important to understand how landlords do tenant screening and what rights you have. Find out what laws landlords must follow to accept or reject you as a tenant.

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September 5, 2025 at 1:22 PM
Are you having a problem with your neighbor? Visit MassLegalHelp for a list of some steps you can take to solve the problem.

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September 3, 2025 at 1:31 PM
When you are renting a home in Massachusetts, you may have a lease or contract. Learn more about what should and should not be included in your lease agreement.

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September 2, 2025 at 4:52 PM
Are you looking for an apartment? Here are some things to know and do before you agree to rent an apartment:

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www.masslegalhelp.org/es/vivienda-... (español)

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August 28, 2025 at 6:40 PM
Tenants - learn how to protect your security deposit in Massachusetts. Find out what laws landlords must follow. Get your deposit back when you move.

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August 27, 2025 at 7:19 PM
Planning to move out of your apartment? Get our move-out checklist on MassLegalHelp.

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August 21, 2025 at 8:34 PM
¡Atención! Familias que reciben TAFDC: El Departamento de Asistencia Transicional hará pagos de $500 por cada menor de la familia que reciba TAFDC. Este año hará pagos el 29 de agosto.

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August 19, 2025 at 8:49 PM
Attention, families getting TAFDC! The Department of Transitional Assistance (DTA) pays a $500 clothing allowance for each child in the family who gets TAFDC. This year’s payment will go out on Aug 29th.

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August 19, 2025 at 8:48 PM
A partir del 1 de agosto de 2025, una nueva ley deja claro que los propietarios no pueden exigir a los inquilinos el pago de comisiones a agentes inmobiliarios en Massachusetts.

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August 4, 2025 at 4:27 PM
Starting August 1, 2025, a new law makes clear that landlords cannot require tenants to pay broker fees in Massachusetts.

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August 4, 2025 at 4:22 PM