The Massachusetts Appeals Court today affirmed a defendant's conviction for operating under the influence of alcohol that was based on the defendant's failing the Breathalyzer test.  The name of the case is Commonwealth v. Costa.  (more…)

It's been a bad month for the Brookline Fire Department, with two firefighters hauled into court and charged with crimes during the last few weeks.  The Boston Globe reported the Brookline Board of Selectmen responded on Tuesday by firing both men. (more…)

The Massachusetts Appeals Court today reversed a Malden District Court conviction of operating under the influence of drugs.  The name of the case is Commonwealth v. Sousa. (more…)

The Massachusetts Appeals Court today affirmed the convictions of a Brighton insurance agent for fraudulently processing car insurance applications.  The name of the case is Commonwealth v. Lima. (more…)

The Massachusetts Appeals Court today affirmed the conviction of a woman who was found guilty of leaving the scene of property damage, despite the fact that she got out of her car, had a conversation with the victim, and offered to provide her identifying information before leaving.  The name of the case is Commonwealth...