The Massachusetts Appeals Court today reversed a man's conviction for violating a restraining order where the Commonwealth failed to prove beyond a reasonable doubt that the defendant had been served with, or was otherwise aware of, the existence of the order.  The name of the case is Commonwealth v. Tiernan.   (more…)

The Massachusetts Appeals Court today reversed a man's convictions for assault and battery with a dangerous weapon after concluding the trial judge improperly excluded prospective jurors who said they would view witnesses who uttered racial slurs in a negative light.  The name of the case is Commonwealth v. Alves.  (more…)

The Massachusetts Appeals Court today clarified the standard required for a police officer to obtain a blood sample from a person who is being investigated for driving under the influence of alcohol.  The name of the case is Commonwealth v. Dennis.  (more…)

In affirming a man's armed robbery conviction, the Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court announced a new rule related to showup identifications.  The name of the case is Commonwealth v. German. (more…)

A Somerville District Court judge today allowed Attorney Chris Spring's motion to suppress evidence found during the execution of a search warrant at his client's apartment, resulting in the dismissal of his case (where he was charged with unlawfully possessing ammunition). (more…)