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Cinco de Mayo– Margaritas and Mugshots

Broadbent & Taylor posted on 5/5/2016 3:00:00 PM

On May 5, younger crowds go out to bars to imbibe. This year, with Cinco de Mayo falling on a Thursday, its the perfect recipe for a night out to celebrate.

Can I Refuse Field Sobriety Tests?

Attorney Kelly Broadbent posted on 5/3/2016 3:15:00 PM

In Massachusetts, if you are caught drinking and driving, most people know that you have the right to refuse a breathalyzer test, which results in an automatic 6 month license suspension.

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Navigating a New Normal in Traffic Appeals

Attorney Kelly Broadbent 12/28/2020 11:32:00 AM

Traffic, CDL, Speeding, Junior Operator License (JOL)

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Attorney Kelly Broadbent 6/13/2018 11:52:00 AM

Traffic, Speeding

During the summer season, it is much more common to find yourself driving to a holiday destination. Use some helpful hints if you find yourself on the road this summer to avoid a ticket.
Should I appeal my Massachusetts Traffic Ticket

Attorney Kelly Broadbent 2/5/2018 11:52:00 AM

Traffic, Insurance Surcharge, Speeding, Suspensions, Junior Operator License (JOL)

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Attorney Kelly Broadbent 4/25/2017 12:08:00 PM

General, Civil Law, Criminal Law

No Trespass

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Attorney Kelly Broadbent 10/12/2017 1:20:00 PM

Traffic, CDL, Speeding, Junior Operator License (JOL)

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Junior Operator Violators: Tips for Success

Attorney Kelly Broadbent 1/29/2018 1:05:00 PM

Traffic, Speeding, Suspensions, Junior Operator License (JOL)

speeding ticket, traffic lawyer, JOL, Junior Operator

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Junior Operator Violations in Massachusetts

Attorney Kelly Broadbent 4/14/2016 1:59:00 PM

Traffic, Junior Operator License (JOL), Speeding, Suspensions

JOL, junior operator license, ticket, speeding

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