Recent Blog Posts
When Differences in Parenthood Lead to Divorce
You meet the love of your life. You tell him you want two kids someday. He agrees. You get married and discuss the prospect of having children soon. He changes the subject. They finally have an open and honest discussion, and the husband admits that he enjoys being childless and has changed his mind…. Read More »
Common Financial Issues That Lead to Divorce
As the saying goes “Money is the root of all evil.” It’s also the root of many divorces, as many people can attest. In fact, more than 30% of people in relationships claim that finances are a huge issue. People have different ideas when it comes to money. Some like to spend it, while… Read More »
Hospital Worker Charged with Sexual Assault of Patient
We often go to the hospital when we are very sick or injured. We expect that the nurses, doctors and other staff will treat their patients with the highest level of care and respect. Therefore, it can be devastating to find out that a loved one was sexually assaulted by a hospital worker. This… Read More »
3 Men Face Drug Trafficking Charges
Drug crimes are no laughing matter in Maryland. While simple possession may not be so bad, drug trafficking crimes are felonies that can lead to prison time and hefty fines. Three men in Maryland were recently arrested for drug trafficking. Police found drugs, supplies, a gun and more than $90,000 at a residence in… Read More »
Man Charged With Fraud After Stealing Millions From Government
We could all use a little extra money. The best way to honorably receive money is to work for it and earn it. However, some people take the lazy way out, instead opting to steal and defraud others for their own benefit. This is a serious crime. A man from D.C. was charged with… Read More »
Ways to Lose Child Custody
Your ex-spouse has custody of the children, but you think their safety is at risk due to her drug abuse. Maybe you are concerned about the kids’ father, who neglects the children when they are in his custody. Child custody decisions are not permanent. While the courts do not necessarily want to take children… Read More »
What is Non-Marital Property?
In a divorce, one item of contention is determining how assets should be split. In many cases, one spouse thinks they should get more money. There may be arguments over a house or vehicle. A person may not think they have to divide one of their assets at all. In some cases, this is… Read More »
Should You Change Your Last Name After Divorce?
Your divorce has been finalized. You’re done dealing with all the sticky subjects such as asset division, child custody and alimony. You’re just about ready to move on with your life, but as a woman, there’s one thing still on your mind: your last name. You’re no longer married, so does it make sense… Read More »
4 Charged With Child Porn Possession
Child porn, is illegal, which is precisely why many people are attracted to it. Four people in Maryland were recently arrested and charged with possession of child pornography. Two men and two boys were arrested after Howard County police received multiple tips from the Maryland Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force and the National… Read More »
Maryland Man Arrested for Identity Theft, Forgery
People are often motivated by money. Instead of honest work, though, many people try to obtain money and other assets via fraud, forgery and theft. People think they aren’t hurting anyone by stealing, but it causes individuals and companies to lose their hard-earned money. A Maryland man is facing multiple charges after an incident… Read More »