Recent Blog Posts
How can a Stay-at-Home Mom Pay for Divorce Lawyer Fees?
In Maryland, like many other states, family court judges have broad discretion to rule on matters, including distribution of attorneys’ fees and court costs. Although it is true that the general rule requires each side to pay its own attorney’s fees and expenses, there are exceptions that can help a stay-at-home spouse to have… Read More »
Maryland Court Says Bail is Not a Reason to Keep Poor Offenders in Jail
It’s a fairly basic principle in our U.S. Constitution that a person’s punishment should be reasonably proportionate to the crime. The Eighth Amendment says that “excessive bail shall not be required, nor excessive fines imposed.” What this really means is poverty cannot be the sole grounds for incarceration. In 2017, the Maryland Court of… Read More »
Who Can Sue for Wrongful Death in Maryland?
When you lose someone you love, it can take months or even years to recover emotionally. Of course, the law does not always give a person a lot of time to figure out what happened or to bring a lawsuit if the death was due to negligence. Many families experience the heartache of losing… Read More »
Seven Frequently Overlooked Things You Absolutely Consider After Divorce
If you are going through (or just finalized a divorce), there are a lot of loose ends to tie up. Everything from your vehicle registration to your homeowner’s insurance likely has your spouse listed. The community knows you as a married person, your children’s teachers know you as married, and your employer knows you… Read More »
Know What to Carry – Understand Maryland’s Auto Insurance Requirements
A lot of consumers think they understand what they are buying when they purchase car insurance. But then again, there is a lot of misinformation out there, especially from savvy insurance agents looking for a big commission. Here is a quick and simple explanation of Maryland’s auto insurance requirements, and just what you get… Read More »
When Can I Get My Child Support Payments Changed?
Child support is ordered by a court in order to provide for the comfort, care, and financial support of minor children. It is a statutory calculation, based on the relative income and means of the parties, along with a number of other relevant factors. A court will generally only entertain petitions to modify child… Read More »
When to Use a Limited Divorce in Maryland
For most people, getting divorced is one of those things they just want to be done with. Divorce is costly, emotionally painful, and it can consume every waking hour of your day. The worry, the headache, and the emotional roller coaster can be enough to make even the most resilient person want to give… Read More »
Maryland Multiple DUI Violations
As anyone who has been arrested for driving while under the influence of drugs or alcohol knows, the consequences can be severe. It follows, therefore, that the consequences for repeat violations would be even more severe. If you’ve been arrested for multiple DUI violations, then the best thing you can do is to find… Read More »
Maryland Probation Violations
Getting arrested is usually a life-changing event. Depending on the severity of the charges, individuals may expect to serve jail time, pay fines, and face obstacles when it comes time to vote, secure housing, or even find a job. Needless to say, the consequences of getting arrested can have a lasting and pervasive adverse… Read More »
Prescription Drug Violations
The abuse of prescription drugs is a hot topic right now. Politicians and police departments across the country are making this a priority. Just ask the Maryland physician who was arrested for writing too many Adderall prescriptions in November. If you’ve been arrested for a prescription drug offense, then the consequences could be severe…. Read More »