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Snakes, St. Bernards, and Other Would-Be Service Animals
In any public place, it is no joke, and you might be liable for discrimination if you ask the individual to leave.
Mar 6, 2019
New Non-Compete and Trade Secrets Laws in Massachusetts – What’s changed?
On October 1, 2018, Massachusetts law governing non-compete agreements and the protection of trade secrets changed.
Nov 1, 2018
Vicki Donahue, President of the Berkshire County Bar Association, hosts Joseph Berman....
Vicki Donahue, President of the Berkshire County Bar Association, hosted Joseph Berman, General Counsel of the Massachusetts Board.
May 30, 2018
Historic Massachusetts Equal Pay Law Becomes Effective July 1, 2018 – Make Sure You Are Ready
On July 1, 2018, the updated Massachusetts Equal Pay Act[1] will go into effect to remedy the continuing gender wage gap.
May 1, 2018
Diane M. DeGiacomo Named “Lawyer of the Year” by Best Lawyers 2018
Best Lawyers has named Cain Hibbard partner Diane M. DeGiacomo as a 2018 “Lawyer of the Year.”
Apr 27, 2018
Pregnant Workers Fairness Act Imposes New Obligations on Employers
The Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (the “Act”)[1] goes into effect April 1, 2018. Are you ready?
Mar 28, 2018
Syd Smithers speaks at the MA Municipal Law Conference
Syd Smithers once again participated in MCLE’s annual Municipal Law Conference.
Feb 26, 2018
Elisabeth Goodman to present REBA update on legal issues respecting lake management
Elisabeth Goodman will present an update on legal issues respecting lake management to the Real Estate Bar Association.
Jun 9, 2017
Lucy Prashker speaks to nonprofit leaders about “political” advocacy
Managing partner Lucy Prashker explored the legal boundaries of advocacy by 501(c)(3) organizations with leaders of the nonprofit Berkshire.
Apr 4, 2017


In Memoriam: Frederick M. Myers, Jr., our founder, mentor, and dear friend
Fred was born in Pittsfield on September 4, 1922, the son of Frederick M. Myers, Sr., and Ethel M. Myers.
Mar 4, 2016
Lucy Prashker named 2015 Woman of Achievement by Berkshire Business and Professional Women
Lucy Prashker was named the 2015 Woman of Achievement by Berkshire Business and Professional Women (BBPW).
Sep 18, 2015
Employers Must Pay Employees for Voluntarily Working Through Lunch
Employers may be required to pay overtime when employees voluntarily work during their lunch breaks.
Aug 23, 2015
Attorney General Issues Final Regulations to New Sick Leave Law
Under Massachusetts’s new sick leave law, voted into law on November 4, 2014, employees are entitled to forty hours of sick time per year.
Jul 1, 2015
Extension available to certain employers for compliance with new Massachusetts Sick time Law
Extension available to certain employers for compliance with new Massachusetts Sick Time Law
May 18, 2015
Cain Hibbard wins Pinnacle Award from Berkshire United Way
Cain Hibbard has been named a member of the 2015 Pinnacle Group by Berkshire United Way.
Apr 14, 2015
Lucy Prashker announces launch of Chapter One, an early childhood literacy initiative....
Lucy Prashker, managing partner of Cain Hibbard, announced the launch of Chapter One, an early childhood literacy initiative.
Apr 14, 2015
Diane DeGiacomo featured speaker on sophisticated issues in Family Law Practice
Diane DeGiacomo joined other experts in her field of family law to speak at the annual Massachusetts Continuing Legal Education’s.
Mar 27, 2015


Partner Diane DeGiacomo Coaches Lenox High Students in Statewide MBA Mock Trial Competition
Diane DeGiacomo, now in her eighth year as the lawyer coach for Lenox Memorial Middle and High School’s Mock Trial team, proudly...
Jan 30, 2015
Client Alert: Massachusetts Maternity Leave Act expanded to include men and to provide additional...
On January 7, 2015, Governor Deval Patrick signed into law a Parental Leave Bill, amending the Massachusetts Maternity Leave Act (“MMLA”).
Jan 7, 2015


50th Anniversary Event at the Mahaiwe: Black Violin
As the last of its five community events commemorating its 50th anniversary, Cain Hibbard sponsored a lively and inspiring performance.
Nov 17, 2014
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