Today we’re explaining the origins of the lawyer work stoppage that has clogged up Massachusetts’ criminal justice system. But first, here’s what else is going

THAT MATTER STANDS DISMISSED WITHOUT PREJUDICE, ONE AFTER ANOTHER, CRIMINAL CASES THROWN OUT. SOME OF THE CHARGES. SERIOUS CHARGES BEFORE THE COURT ARE ASSAULT AND BATTERY ON A POLICE OFFICER. MORE THAN 100 DEFENDANTS ACCUSED OF EVERYTHING FROM ASSAULT TO DRUG TRAFFICKING TO SHOPLIFTING,

Massachusetts courts dismissed over 100 criminal cases as defendants remain without legal representation during the ongoing attorney work stoppage. Why it matters: Bar advocates are still striking over their $65-an-hour pay,