Micehal P Stapleton
 

Practice Areas Overview

The following specialty areas are handled by the Law Office of Michael P. Stapleton, Attorney at Law, in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. 

Criminal Defense:

All parties in criminal cases have the legal right to represent themselves. You can either qualify for a Court-appointed attorney if your income is below certain guidelines established by the Court, or you can choose to hire your own attorney.  An experienced attorney can successfully guide you through the complexities of your defense, by:

  • Conducting Pre-Trial Discovery;
  • Completing a Pre-Trial Conference Report;
  • Electing whether or not to seek a Jury Trial or a Jury-Waived Trial; and
  • Deciding when it may be appropriate to negotiate or “plea-bargain” your case.

Types of Criminal Cases:

Clerk Magistrate Hearings
Criminal Records Expungement and Sealing
Domestic Violence
Drug Crimes
Drunk Driving (Operating Under the influence)
Registry of Motor Vehicles
Restraining Orders
Sex Offenses
Theft Crimes
Traffic Violations
Warrants
Weapons Crimes
White Collar Crimes

For more details, please view our Criminal Defense page.

Personal Injury Claims:

If you have been harmed by the negligence, recklessness, malpractice, or inaction of others, you may be entitled to financial compensation for your loss of income, permanent disability, pain and suffering, emotional distress, and other resulting injuries. You can file a personal injury claim for physical injury, emotional injury, or property damages. In the case of wrongful death, you as a family member of the injured or deceased may be able to file suit on behalf of your loved one.

Every personal injury case has different guidelines and restrictions. Our office is experienced in the complexities of Massachusetts personal injury claim system and can expertly guide you every step of the way by:

  • Investigating the accident;
  • Collecting the medical evidence and ensuring proper medical care;
  • Dealing with the insurance company to put your best case forward;
  • Demanding an appropriate settlement;
  • Taking the case to trial if necessary.

Types of Personal Injury Claims:

Automobile Accidents
Premises Liability
Product Liability
Wrongful Death

For more details, please view our Personal Injury Claims page.

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