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Fatal Work Accidents in Maryland: Pursuing Justice Through Wrongful Death Claims

Mar 19, 2025

Workplace fatalities Understanding Fatal Workplace Accidents in Maryland Fatal workplace accidents occur in various industries, often due to unsafe working conditions, negligence, or violations of workplace safety regulations. Common causes include: Construction Site Accidents Industrial Mishaps: Transportation Incidents: The Maryland Occupational Safety and Health (MOSH) department enforces workplace safety regulations to prevent these tragedies. However, when employers or third parties fail to uphold safety standards, the results can be fatal. Maryland Wrongful Death Laws: What...

Facing Cybercrime Charges in Maryland? Understanding Fraud and Cybersecurity Laws

Mar 11, 2025

In today’s digital world, If you are facing cybercrime charges in Maryland, the legal consequences can be severe. Law enforcement and prosecutors take digital crimes seriously, and many cases can result in both state and federal charges. Convictions may carry steep fines, imprisonment, and long-term consequences affecting employment, financial stability, and personal reputation. Understanding Maryland’s fraud and cybersecurity laws is crucial if you have been accused of a cyber-related crime. This guide breaks down...

Top 5 Mistakes People Make After a DUI Arrest—and How to Avoid Them

Mar 4, 2025

A This article is designed to help you understand the most common mistakes individuals make after a DUI arrest and provides practical advice on how to avoid them. Whether you’re feeling overwhelmed or unsure of your next steps, these insights can help you make informed decisions and protect your rights during this difficult time. 1. Speaking Instead of Staying Silent After a DUI arrest, you have the right to remain silent, but many people...

Thomas Maronick Jr. Speaks With WMDT And Lends His Support to HB544

Feb 28, 2025

Attorney How Maryland Currently Classifies Assault Charges As it stands, the penalties for assault in Maryland are pretty steep. As outlined under What this means for people charged with assault is that there are limited opportunities for reduced penalties. It’s one extreme penalty to another. This is a problem, considering that Maryland law combines battery, assault and battery, and common law crimes of assault under one umbrella term. However, House Bill 544 aims...

Why is the Ignition Interlock Required Even After a PBJ?

Feb 27, 2025

In Maryland, probation before judgment (PBJ) is a favorable outcome for individuals charged with driving under the influence ( Read on to learn why the IID is required even after you receive probation before judgment. Legal Loophole Eliminated Over the past five years in the Old Line State, almost 800 people have been killed by impaired drivers. This is nearly one-third of all roadway fatalities. In addition, about 15,000 people have been injured by drug and...

Facing Foreclosure in Maryland? How Bankruptcy May Save Your Home

Feb 27, 2025

Understanding Foreclosure in Maryland Facing foreclosure is one of the most stressful experiences a homeowner can endure. In Maryland, foreclosure is a judicial process, meaning lenders must go through the courts to repossess a property. While this provides some protection for homeowners, the process can move quickly once it starts. Many homeowners wonder if they have any options left – and the good news is that How Does Bankruptcy Impact Foreclosure? Filing for bankruptcy...

Thomas Maronick Jr. Details Next Steps For Client in Wake of Guilty Plea

Feb 26, 2025

On Tuesday, February 11, 2025, Lionel Evans, who had previously been facing multiple second-degree charges, pled guilty to reckless endangerment for his role in an incident that took place at the Berlin Activities Depot last August. Thomas Maronick Jr., the lawyer in Mr. Evans’ case, has been vocal about this case, and expressed to About the Case and Charges Filed Mr. Evans was previously indicated on charges of second-degree assault, second-degree child abuse, and...

Understanding the Legal System: A Guide to Maryland's Courts

Feb 25, 2025

Maryland’s courts handle a wide range of cases. The district courts handle minor disputes. The circuit courts handle serious legal matters. Appeals are handled by the Appellate Court of Maryland and the state's Supreme Court. Whether you’re representing yourself or counting on experienced legal counsel, understanding Maryland’s court system is essential. This guide provides an overview of the Maryland judiciary system. Maryland’s Court Structure Maryland has a four-tiered court system. This means there are four main...

Attorney Thomas J. Maronick Jr. Speaks With WMDT About House Bill 113

Feb 24, 2025

Thomas J. Maronick Jr. Caps on Non-Economic Damages and How House Bill 113 Would Reform the State’s Current Status As it stands, Maryland currently has a limit on how much compensation victims and their families can collect in personal injury and wrongful death cases—$950,000. This bill, titled Not only would this change put more control back in the hands of judges and juries, but it addresses the complexity of these types of cases. Natalie...

Understanding Maryland’s Child Support Guidelines: What Every Parent Should Know

Feb 21, 2025

Navigating the complexities of child support in Maryland can feel overwhelming, especially when emotions run high during custody disputes or Maryland’s Child Support Guidelines: An Overview Maryland’s child support guidelines are designed to calculate a fair amount of financial support based on both parents’ incomes and the needs of the child. These guidelines are established under the Maryland Family Law Code and aim to provide consistency and predictability in child support determinations. Key factors...