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As a runner, I was grateful. As a City official, I was impressed. As a lawyer...I was proud. | ![]() |
William Sinnott Former Corporation Counsel, City of Boston Read Bill's account of the BBA's involvement here. |
As we approach the one year anniversary of the Boston Marathon Tragedy, the BBA reflects on the critical efforts made by our volunteer lawyers in the wake of the bombing. This issue, the first of a three part series, focuses on how they helped small businesses in Back Bay get back on their feet. |
Assistance in Action: Jon Cowen and Robin's Candy |
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Robin's Wasn't the Only Business Affected...Here are some other issues our volunteer attorneys encountered: |
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An insurance company refusing to compensate a company for a loss of business, even though they had terrorism insurance. |
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Business interruption and loss of revenue claims. |
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A company whose employee was accused of involvement in the Marathon bombing who inquired about slander and internet privacy rights. |
A client who subletted space, but had no access to the building for a period of time and lost business. |
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A subcontractor of a construction company whose workers were unable to collect their tools, receive pay for their work, or collect unemployment. |
Hear From Those Involved |
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Richard Heller Senior Vice President and General Counsel at Legal Seafood | |
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Robin Helfand Owner of Robin's Candy | |
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Suzanne King Partner at Schwartz Hannum | |
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William Sinnott Former Corporation Counsel, City of Boston |
About the Marathon Assistance Project |
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The Boston Bar Association knows that in times of crisis, lawyers are uniquely positioned to provide assistance to those in need. In the wake of the Boston Marathon tragedy, the Mayor's Office asked the BBA to help provide legal assistance to those small businesses in the Back Bay affected by the bombing. Members of the bar sprang into action -- more than 200 individual volunteers, 26 law firms and 3 law schools offered their time and talent to the Boston community. Learn more about the Marathon Assistance Project here. |
Want to Help? |
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100% of every donation to the Boston Bar Foundation Public Service Fund supports BBA projects like the Marathon Assistance Project, and will help us continue to be a first responder and have a positive impact in the City of Boston. Learn more. |
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