Monthly Archives: November 2020
2 Men Accused of Identity Theft, Bank Fraud
Many people steal identities and engage in fraud for one main reason: money. Stealing mail in order to profit can be fruitful, but it is illegal and can lead to felony charges. Two men—one from Maryland and one from Georgia—were recently indicted on numerous criminal charges after stealing mail and credit cards and opening… Read More »
Why Women Need to Think Twice Before They Divorce
While nearly half of all marriages end in divorce, ending your marriage is not something you should take lightly. A divorce amounts to high levels of stress. It’s a huge move that can affect you financially for many years, especially if you are older and near retirement. Women also suffer more in a divorce…. Read More »
Handling Your Joint Bank Account in a Divorce
When a couple decides to divorce, there’s a lot on the line. There are likely assets such as money, houses, cars, heirlooms and collectibles at stake. Both parties have a need to protect what is theirs. This means keeping money in a joint account safe. If you have a joint bank account, what should… Read More »
How to Divorce a Narcissist
In the past few years, there have been a lot of conversations about mental health. Many people have spoken out about their struggles with anxiety, depression and bipolar disorder. However, there has not been much talk about personality disorders, such as narcissism. While most people have some sympathy for others, some people, like narcissists,… Read More »
Man Sentenced to Prison for Embezzling from Sport Fishing Association
Embezzlement and other theft crimes are often considered harmless, since they solely involve monetary losses. However, these losses can be huge, totaling hundreds of thousands or even millions of dollars. An embezzlement scheme involving a Maryland fishing organization has left the association out of business and in debt. The Pennsylvania man, who served as… Read More »
Maryland Man Accused of Soliciting Porn From Teen Girl
The laws are strict when it comes to child pornography, but that doesn’t stop many adults from searching for child porn images online or soliciting sexually explicit photos from underage children. Even married men, religious people and those who work with children may be attracted to child porn or young people in general. This… Read More »
Man Arrested for Assaulting MTA Police Officer
Many people get into fights with random people at bars, sporting events, stores and other public places. These assault incidents often take people as surprise, as they occur for no apparent reason and result in serious injuries. This was recently the case in Maryland, when a police officer for the Maryland Transit Administration was… Read More »
What to Discuss Before Marriage to Avoid Divorce
Marriage can be an exciting proposition. However, spending the rest of your life with someone is a huge undertaking. If you’re thinking about marriage, there’s a lot you need to consider first. Are you really on the same page with the person you plan to marry? Do you share the same values and goals?… Read More »
Post-Divorce Considerations
A divorce can be brutal. It ends a marriage, splits assets in half and requires a lot of money. By the time the divorce is finalized, it leaves the couple, their children and everyone else involved emotionally drained. When the day comes that you receive your divorce decree, you may be overjoyed. However, the… Read More »
Should My Child Get Therapy After Divorce?
The quarantine has caused a lot of pressure on marriages. Many couples are calling it quits and filing for divorce due to all the unexpected stress. Things have been tough for celebrities as well. Singer Kelly Clarkson filed for divorce from her husband in June. The former “American Idol” star recently revealed that her… Read More »