Legal Question in Criminal Law in Massachusetts

threat of physical violence over a disputed loan

I am in a dispute about a loan. I have been threatened with having my legs broken. The fellow making the threat is a millionaire and can well afford to pay somebody to do this. He has made claims in the past of having done this sort of stuff to other people. I don't know if these claims are true. But this guy worries me. I want to know what my rights are...is it appropriate to go to an attorney? Or will an attorney tell me that I need to go to the police? The fellow has also threatened to ''go after'' my wife. I'm not sure what was meant by that remark but I'm concerned about the whole situation and would like some idea as to how to proceed


Asked on 1/18/03, 5:57 pm

2 Answers from Attorneys
Alan Pransky Law Office of Alan J. Pransky

Re: threat of physical violence over a disputed loan

The conduct you are complaining about, if true, is criminal. You should call the police as soon as possible and file a report. The police should investigate and maybe file a criminal complaint. If they don't file a complaint, you can go to the local District Court and file the complaint yourself.

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Answered on 1/19/03, 8:22 pm
henry lebensbaum Law Offices of Henry Lebensbaum (978-749-3606)

Re: threat of physical violence over a disputed loan

Yours is a complicated situation. It cannot or should not be answred in this forum or online. Contact an attorney in person who can detail your options.

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Answered on 1/19/03, 12:57 am


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