Civil Litigation
A Full-Service Litigation Firm for Civil and Criminal Matters
We represent clients on both sides of the courthouse — family and criminal law when the stakes are personal, and civil litigation when someone else's actions have cost you money, caused you harm, or left a dispute unresolved. If you've been wronged and you're not sure what your options are, that's exactly what a consultation is for.
Civil Litigation in Massachusetts
What We Handle
Our civil practice covers four core areas: general civil litigation, 93A consumer protection claims, contract disputes, and personal injury. Each has its own procedural rules, deadlines, and remedies — and in each, the cost of not having an attorney often exceeds the cost of hiring one.
Whether you're a business owner dealing with a broken contract, an individual who was injured through someone else's negligence, or a consumer who was treated unfairly by a company, we can evaluate what happened and tell you plainly what your options are.
General Civil Litigation
Civil disputes don't resolve themselves. When negotiation has failed and the other side isn't moving, litigation gives you a formal mechanism to pursue what you're owed. We represent individuals and businesses in civil matters across Middlesex and Essex County — filing claims, responding to lawsuits, and taking cases through the Massachusetts court system when that's what the situation requires.
If you're unsure whether what happened to you rises to the level of a civil claim, that's a question we can answer in a consultation. You don't need to know whether you have a case before you call.
93A Consumer Protection Claims
Massachusetts General Laws Chapter 93A gives consumers and businesses a legal remedy when another party engages in unfair or deceptive practices. What most people don't realize is that a successful 93A claim can result in double or treble damages — up to three times the actual harm — plus attorney's fees.
The process begins with a formal demand letter, and the deadlines and requirements that govern it matter. A misstep at the demand stage can affect your ability to recover. We draft and respond to 93A demand letters and, when necessary, take these claims through litigation.
Contract Disputes
When a contract isn't honored — a vendor who doesn't deliver, a business partner who doesn't perform, a service agreement that falls apart — you're left absorbing someone else's failure. Massachusetts courts provide remedies for breach of contract, and we help clients understand which remedies apply to their situation and what pursuing them realistically involves.
We handle contract disputes for individuals and businesses, including disputes involving service agreements, business relationships, and transactions gone wrong.
Personal Injury
If you were injured because of someone else's negligence — a car accident, a slip and fall, a premises liability incident — you may be entitled to compensation for your medical expenses, lost income, and pain and suffering. Massachusetts personal injury law places the burden on you to pursue that claim within a defined window of time.
Insurance companies frequently make early settlement offers before the full scope of your injuries and damages is known. Accepting that offer closes your claim permanently. Before you sign anything, it's worth having an attorney review whether the number on the table reflects what your case is actually worth.
The first offer is rarely the right offer. You have one opportunity to settle. We help make sure the amount is right before you do.
Do I Need a Civil Litigation Attorney in Massachusetts?
Not every dispute requires a lawsuit. But if you've been harmed — financially or physically — and the other side isn't taking responsibility, an attorney can tell you what remedies exist, what they're worth pursuing, and what the process looks like. Many civil matters that appear straightforward involve procedural requirements, statutes of limitations, or available damages that only become visible once someone with litigation experience looks at the facts.
We serve clients across Middlesex County and Essex County from our offices in Lowell and North Andover.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a 93A demand letter in Massachusetts?
A 93A demand letter is a formal written notice required before filing a consumer protection lawsuit under Massachusetts General Laws Chapter 93A. It describes the unfair or deceptive conduct and gives the other party 30 days to respond with a reasonable settlement offer. The letter must meet specific legal requirements — and how it's written affects your ability to recover double or treble damages if the case proceeds to court.
Do I need an attorney for a civil dispute in Massachusetts?
You're not required to have one, but civil litigation involves procedural deadlines, evidentiary rules, and damage calculations that are easy to get wrong without legal experience. In many civil matters — particularly 93A claims and personal injury cases — an attorney's involvement directly affects the amount you recover. A consultation costs far less than a missed deadline or an undervalued settlement.
What should I do if an insurance company makes me a settlement offer?
Don't accept it without having an attorney review it first. Early offers are typically made before the full extent of your damages is known, and accepting one ends your claim permanently. Once you sign, there's no going back. We can evaluate the offer, assess what your case is worth, and advise you on whether to accept, negotiate, or pursue litigation.
Is the Law Offices of Anthony G. Puopolo a civil litigation attorney serving Lowell and North Andover, MA?
Yes. We handle civil litigation matters from our offices in Lowell and North Andover, serving clients throughout Middlesex County and Essex County. Our practice covers personal injury, contract disputes, 93A consumer protection claims, and general civil litigation across the region.
Ready When You Are
Ready to Talk Through Your Situation?
Civil disputes move on deadlines. Whether you're facing a contract disagreement, a personal injury claim, or an unfair business practice, waiting to get legal advice is rarely the right move. Contact the Law Offices of Anthony G. Puopolo today to schedule a consultation at our Lowell or North Andover office.