The Joe Mangiacotti Show

May 29th 2021 Podcast

Welcome to Radio Pride, the only LGBTQ news radio show in the country. Join our hosts, Joe Mangiacotti and Deb Drew and discuss the recent news in the LGBTQ community.
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5.23.21 LPDAM Substance Abuse

On this weeks LPDAM case files we discuss Substance Abuse.
Hey folks, this week's Casefiles of the LPDAM for Sunday morning at 7:30, but you can listen to it here early.
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5.16.21 LPDAM The Role Of Social Services And The LPDAM

LPDAM CASE FILES: The Role of Social Services
What are your thoughts about how social services can play a role in people getting successful
outcomes in court?
There are what I will call umbrella issues; for example, what is the root issue to a case and why is it
really in court. Does the persons mental health or intellectual disabilities play a role and if so, are they
the root issue. A root issues goes beyond the face of the case. I have a case right now where my client,
who suffers from severe depression is charged with an assault & battery because he was upset that his
girlfriend broke up with him. After the breakup, he went home and threw his furniture around his
bedroom. My client’s father tried to restrain him, and they wrestled to the ground.
The police were called and arrested my client for assault and battery. The parents want their child to get help for his
depression.
They are not interested in their son being a criminal because he suffers from depression and struggles with responding to high anxiety situations. The court issued a stay away order as part of
the assault and battery charge, so now the client is homeless. These scenarios become personaldisasters.
How do we resolve an issue like this can be complicated? We have a mental health issue; a housing issue; counseling and anger management issue all wrapped up behind a criminal charge. Although techniques in Legal representation are evolving, it is a slow process.
A mainstay in this evolution is social work services.
Attorneys who evolve will get better results than providing a more traditional result. For example, I had a female client who was supposed to get 8-11 years State time who ended up getting 2 ½ years in the county house of corrections because she participated in services while waiting for her trial.
Her codefendant on the other hand, went a more traditional route of just trying to defend herself.
The co-defendannt ended up getting 5-7 years State time. That is a big difference in legal strategies, and a big difference in the outcome.
I agree Sean, the proof is in that case. It’s amazing that being proactive can really affect the outcome of a case.
What types of services or programs have you’ve seen effective to get these types of
positive outcomes which may allow someone to turn their life around?
I have built a strong network of inpatient and outpatient programs throughout the Commonwealth.
One of my favorite programs is Steps2solutions out of Lynn and Boston because it offers a full package to an individual who may be at crossroads in their life.
A person with alcohol or drug issues, can live at Steps2solutions and tap into their network of services within the program as well as outpatient services within the community.
For many of my clients, this program offers the flexibility to have housing, be able to go to work and receive the necessary treatment for their addictions.
This is a well-run program that has helped many of my clients be more prepared throughout their legal process by building selfconfidence vs. a life of drug dependency.
At LPDAM.org, we understand how private investigations can go beyond what people experience in an event.
We value a 21st century approach to legal support representation. LPDAM offers a wide range of professional licensed private investigators through our “find an investigator” tab including members with the contacts that can help you, your friend, or family member get the right services in play based on their field work to get the most positive outcome.
Remember, you’re in good hands with LPDAM.

5.15.21 OWJ MA Restrictions Lifted

Out With Joe May 15th 2021
Mass. Lifts Restrictions on Condiments and Reusable Menus at Restaurants
Restaurants are no longer required to sanitize chairs and tables after every use, among other relaxed restrictions in Massachusetts, you see earlier in the week here in the Commonwealth we quietly lifted some of the coronavirus-related restaurant restrictions that appear to be aimed at preventing surface transmission
Restaurants can once again have reusable menus, salt and pepper shakers and other condiments such as ketchup on their tables. Eateries are no longer required to use single-serve utensils and they don't have to sanitize chairs and tables after every use… although not a bad idea… I kind of liked that… I’ve been taking alcoholic wipes to my dining area long before covid was a household word.
The new guidance took effect without much fanfare this past Monday along with increased capacity restrictions for amusement parks. The measure comes after the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention determined that the risk of surface transmission is low.... again we didn’t have to be wiping down the milk, egg cartons and other groceries for the Covid virus.. but still probably a good practice anyway.. those warehouses are not the cleanest work environments
People are now able to receive the coronavirus vaccine without an appointment at some Massachusetts sites.
People primarily contract coronavirus through airborne transmission, which the state attempts to mitigate by spacing tables apart and maintaining a 90 minute limit.
Later this month, beginning May 29, group gathering limits will increase to 200 people indoors and 250 people outdoors. Street festivals, parades and agricultural festivals, can be held at 50% capacity.
Restaurant guidance stipulating food be served with alcohol will eventually be eliminated and the maximum table size will increase to 10.
All restrictions are expected to lift on Aug. 1, according to Gov. Charlie Baker. Reopening phases are contingent upon public health and vaccination data

5.8.21 HC MDM Sellers Options With No Destination

On this week's Handling Change Heidi Zizza of MDM Realty joins Joe.
Heidi presents a unique idea for those Sellers who want to take advantage of this incredible Seller's Market but have nowhere to go!
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The strong partnership between Heidi and Missy has enabled this team to achieve great success in Real Estate. Heidi’s expertise in the industry is due in part for her love of working with people. "Every family you meet makes a permanent impression on your life.
Their happiness always stays with you.” Heidi is a 4th generation Framingham native and graduated with a degree in marketing from the University of Hartford. After College Heidi furthered her education by moving To Paris France to work towards her MBA in Marketing.
She has worked every aspect of real estate and specializes in residential real estate as well as residential development, she continues to educate herself in this constantly evolving industry. Heidi currently lives in Framingham with her husband and their 2 children.
You can check out Handling Change with one of our various Experts in a wide range of fields every Saturday morning at 7:30 am on WCRN 830 AM & WACE 730 AM and we are live streaming on the TuneIn app.
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5.9.21 LPDAM Intellectual Disabled Individuals In The Courts

On this weeks LPDAM case files we discussed restraining orders.
Hey folks, this week's Casefiles of the LPDAM for Sunday morning at 7:30, but you can listen to it here early. You can listen to a new Casefiles every Sunday morning at 7:30 am on WCRN Radio AM 830and live streaming on TuneIn and anytime at LPDAMcasefiles.com
This week:
Intellectual disabled individuals in the courts
JOE:
Sean, I know you work with individuals with intellectual disabilities; how does that work within the court system? How would you grade the system?
SEAN:
Joe, overall I would say the court system is failing in the area of special needs due to a systematic lack of compassion and quite frankly, equality in Justice. The court system is not designed to naturally allow people with disabilities to be treated fairly without some 3rd party assistance. It seems unimaginable in the 21st century, but it’s a reality within the intellectually challenged community.
Joe, a good example of what I am taking about is; I have a Department of Development Services client that was indicted in Superior court with an IQ of a 40. He was never arrested, but sent a summons to go to court. My client cannot read or write, but his guardian told him he needed to go to court. He showed up to court with no idea on why he had to go and was appointed a lawyer. The lawyers first question was “is your intellectual disability curable?” I’ll admit, even I was taken back by the question. It’s not the lawyers fault, they don’t go to law school to learn about people’s disabilities, however, it’s a systemic issue. It’s an example how far removed many criminal lawyers are from understanding their clients with disabilities.
JOE:
Wow, you just wouldn’t think that’s possible in today’s society.
SEAN:
Unfortunately, it is Joe. This is why hiring the right businesses to ensure a client is being treated fairly is paramount in getting a fair and equitable experience within the court system - no matter what type of case it is. LPDAM has spend countless hours to find the most experienced reputable licensed private investigators in Massachusetts. We did the heavy lifting for the consumer, so just hit the find an investigator tab at LPDAM.org.
Joe, weather it’s an unorthodox client, a person who has been wronged, or just a plain Joe; they all deserve to have a fair experience within the court system. At LPDAM.org, you can find a professional investigator for your needs. Tilt justice in your favor by hiring an LPDAM member. Remember, you’re in good hands with LPDAM.

May 8th 2021 Podcast

Welcome to Radio Pride, the only LGBTQ news radio show in the country. Join our hosts, Joe Mangiacotti and Deb Drew and discuss the recent news in the LGBTQ community.
WCAP 980 AM - Lowell - Merrimack Valley(Sat 3-4 PM)
WCUW 91.3 FM - Worcester County (Mon 4 - 4:30 PM)
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Office: 508-556-7367
www.RadioPride.net
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