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- Appeals Court Overturns Maryland Handgun Licensing Requirement
Dec 12, 2023
A federal appeals court has overturned the Maryland licensing requirement for guns. The court said the decade-old handgun licensing statute that required fingerprinting, firearms training and a waiting period of up to 30 days violated the Second Amendment. Background Maryland’s Firearm Safety Act passed after the 2012 Sandy Hook shooting. The law required that handgun buyers submit fingerprints, complete a firearms training course, and wait up to 30 days for law enforcement to...Read More - Financial Aid options with a felony conviction
Dec 5, 2023
College students often use their newfound freedom to test their limits and explore less-than-savory activities, often with negative consequences. Getting arrested during college can significantly impact their educational and professional pursuits. However, with new laws in effect, students living with a felony in Maryland may have better options than ever to pursue and maintain higher education opportunities. Students and felony crimes Many Until recently, people who were convicted of ...Read More - Common myths about bankruptcy
Nov 28, 2023
Bankruptcy represents a last resort when it comes to financial issues, but there’s nothing wrong with making that choice if your circumstances warrant it. Hundreds of thousands of Americans file for bankruptcy every year, many of them located in Maryland. Despite how common Myths about the impact of bankruptcy One of the most prevalent myths about bankruptcy is that it destroys your credit permanently. First of all, bankruptcy remains on your...Read More - What injured workers need to know about disability benefits
Nov 21, 2023
Someone who has been hurt on the job in Maryland likely faces an assortment of personal challenges. For example, they may need to undergo treatment for their condition. Most Maryland employees recognize that workers’ compensation will help cover their treatment costs. Yet, people often have a harder time understanding disability benefits, which those who have been seriously injured may need as they recover. Companies in this state are required to carry workers’ compensation coverage...Read More - The different types of car crashes
Nov 8, 2023
Motor vehicle collisions could prove traumatic because of their unexpected nature. A driver might get hit from any angle on a Maryland road. The reasons for the accidents may vary, but the collision will likely inflict damage to the vehicles and potentially severe harm to the driver and passengers. Knowing the different types of collisions may help drivers be more alert to potential crashes. Accident variations Automobile accidents are often defined by ...Read More - Explaining ignition interlock devices
Nov 8, 2023
Each year, thousands of people are charged with DUI in Maryland, many in the Ocean City area. When convicted of a DUI, you can face any number of consequences, from fines to court-ordered therapy and classes to jail time. And frequently, you may need to have an ignition interlock device installed in your vehicle to regain your driving privileges. In ignition interlock device, sometimes known as a car breathalyzer, is a device installed in...Read More - Preventing nursing injuries and illnesses in Maryland
Nov 7, 2023
A healthy work environment creates a culture of safety and well-being for all employees. This is especially important in the healthcare industry, where workers face various hazards and risks daily. As a nursing professional in Maryland, it is crucial to prioritize your health by avoiding injuries and illnesses via the following methods. Proper body mechanics As a nurse, you move and lift patients and equipment often. It’s something you can’t stop or avoid...Read More - The Chapter 7 bankruptcy means test
Nov 6, 2023
Filing a Chapter 7 bankruptcy to escape unmanageable debt became more difficult in Maryland and around the country when President George W. Bush signed the Bankruptcy Abuse Prevention and Consumer Protection Act into law in 2005. Congress passed this law to prevent abuse of the nation’s bankruptcy code, which is why one of its provisions introduced the Chapter 7 means test. This test is designed to determine whether individuals who file Chapter 7 bankruptcies have...Read More - Ocean City Prosecutors Have State’s Highest Conviction Rate
Nov 3, 2023
Worcester County has the highest conviction rate in Maryland for the prosecution of alcohol and drug-related impaired driver cases. Worcester County prosecutors handled more than 1,000 DUI/DWI cases during 2021. They obtained a 92.2% conviction rate. The statewide average for 2021 was 77.2%. Worcester County includes Maryland’s summer resort town of Ocean City as well as nearby towns Berlin and Snow Hill. The county has had the state’s highest conviction rate since 2019. ...Read More - Why fatigued truck drivers are major dangers on roads
Nov 2, 2023
Maryland is a busy state full of hard-working people. Some of these people earn a living by driving commercial trucks. While most truck drivers call it a day after a long day of driving, others find themselves in fatigue-related accidents. Unfortunately for themselves and others, fatigued truck drivers can make roads dangerous places. Impaired decision making While it can feel second nature to many, driving any vehicle requires making near-constant decisions. A truck...Read More