Consumer
The Consumer Law section contains materials about issues such as credit, bankruptcy, utilities, and unfair and deceptive practices.
Recent Content Posted to the Consumer Section
11/10/2011
MLRI
From November 15 through March 15 (sometimes extended into April), Massachusetts state law prevents utility companies from terminating service that is used to heat homes if the household is suffering Read More
11/01/2011
MA Executive Office of Housing and Economic Development
Low income households who pay for heat, or whose heat is included in their rent, may be eligible for fuel assistance from the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP). Additional infor Read More
06/17/2011
HUD
Per HUD, a ninety (90) day moratorium is imposed on properties with FHA (Federal Housing Administration) insured mortgages in a federally declared disaster area that have actually been affected b Read More
06/15/2011
Mass Justice Project
A fact sheet about proving your identity after a disaster. Click the "Go to Website" link below, to download the fact sheet from MassLegalHelp.org Read More
