Recent Blog Posts
Talking to Your Kids About Divorce
You and your spouse have made the decision to divorce. It was probably a topic that you two have discussed many times. Maybe you have tried to work things out, but you two ultimately decide to part ways. Now it’s time to tell the children. This can be a challenge no matter how well… Read More »
Maryland Man Faces 2+ Years in Prison for Bank Fraud
Fraud schemes can be quite lucrative, allowing a person access to hundreds of thousands or even millions of dollars. However, these schemes bilk banks, individuals and corporations out of their hard-earned money. They are not only immoral but also illegal. A Maryland man was recently sentenced to 27 months in prison for a bank… Read More »
Maryland Man Arrested for Assault in Insurrection at U.S. Capitol
We’ve all heard about the insurrection at the U.S. Capitol on January 6. A mob of Trump supporters stormed the capitol building. The aftermath led to injuries and deaths and threatened the security of lawmakers at Washington, D.C. One of those involved was a Maryland man who assaulted a police officer. The Clarksburg man… Read More »
How DUI Cases Differ on Maryland’s Highways
If you are arrested for driving while under the influence, will you get jail time? While you technically should follow Maryland law, not all offenders do. A recent investigation shows that those who are arrested for DUI face various penalties based on their location within Maryland. You would think that all drivers in Maryland… Read More »
Stages of Divorce Recovery
Recovering from a divorce can be a long process. This is especially true if the marriage lasted decades. It can be hard to move on and go from married life to a single person. There is no set time as for how long one should grieve. Everyone moves at their own pace. Some people… Read More »
Co-Parenting During the Holidays With COVID-19
In a divorce with children, judges make decisions based on the best interests of the children. As such, judges try to involve both the mother and father in the custody process. Children tend to spend their time during the holidays with both parents. Studies show that 50% of children from divorced families spend at… Read More »
Should You Remarry?
Many marriages end in divorce. And while divorce can be devastating, many people opt to tie the knot again in hopes of finding everlasting love. If you thought your first marriage was hard, expect your second one to be even harder. According to statistics, 50% of first marriages end in divorce. For second marriages,… Read More »
2 Men Charged With Bank Robbery
Many people think of robbing a bank as a way to get easy money. However, bank robbery is a felony crime that can result in decades in prison. And bank robbers almost always get caught thanks to surveillance cameras, anti-theft devices and fast-acting law enforcement officials. This was what happened on the afternoon of… Read More »
Man, Woman Face Fraud Charges for Instagram Scam
Social media has been used in recent years primarily to communicate with friends and family members. Businesses also use it to attract customers. Now social media is being used to commit crimes—primarily fraud. Two Maryland residents are facing fraud charges after running a check scam on Instagram. The 24-year-old man and 25-year-old woman were… Read More »
Massage Therapist Faces Sexual Assault Charges
Massage therapists have a tough job. Giving a massage can be seen as a sensual act, but an ethical therapist must show restraint. They cannot feel sexually attracted to patients or else they can lose their job and license. A highly esteemed massage therapist from Maryland is facing second-degree rape charges after an incident… Read More »