Extension of Harassment Prevention Orders

Suppose that you were suffering harassment by neighbor, a co-worker, a former friend, or a business rival. After deciding that you were sick and tired of suffering this harassment, you went to the district court and filled out forms including a Complaint for Protection From Harassment and an Affidavit. The court held a hearing andContinue reading Extension of Harassment Prevention Orders

Free Speech, Fighting Words, True Threats, and Massachusetts Harassment Prevention Orders

By Robert Nislick A person suffering from harassment may file a complaint in a Massachusetts court requesting protection from such harassment. See G. L. c. 258E, § 3 (a). To do this, the plaintiff would generally go to the district court that has venue of the plaintiff’s residence. See G. L. c. 258E, § 2.Continue reading Free Speech, Fighting Words, True Threats, and Massachusetts Harassment Prevention Orders

Harassment Prevention Orders in Massachusetts

By Robert Nislick Someone doesn’t like you.  It could be a neighbor or a co-worker.  Maybe someone you hardly even know.  He or she goes to court and fills out some forms, and alleges that you are harassing them.  Whoever you ran afoul of has sued you, and has asked the court to issue aContinue reading Harassment Prevention Orders in Massachusetts