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- How do you prove negligence in a personal injury claim?
Oct 28, 2022
Maryland residents who suffer injuries due to no fault of their own might consider filing a lawsuit. However, before filing, it’s necessary to know whether negligence is the basis of your injury. You must know how to prove negligence. Understanding negligence Personal Proving negligence The first element in a personal injury negligence claim is that the defendant owed a duty to the victim. That duty was to avoid the situation...Read More - What is solicitation and how do you defend against it?
Oct 20, 2022
Solicitation is when one person has someone else commit crimes on their behalf. The individual is still guilty even though they never directly committed a crime in Maryland or elsewhere. What constitutes solicitation? The act of soliciting may come in the form of a direct request or even an outright demand. In other cases, the person can merely encourage another person to commit the crime. The specific criteria for The...Read More - Maryland Motorists Must “Move Over” for All Disabled Vehicles
Oct 13, 2022
October is “Move Over Awareness” month in Maryland. The campaign is aimed at promoting an Previously, the law only applied when drivers were approaching law enforcement vehicles, tow trucks, and emergency response vehicles and equipment. Maryland is the eighth state to expand its “Move Over Law” to include disabled vehicles. “Moving over and slowing down when passing a vehicle stopped on the highway isn’t just a matter of following the...Read More - What’s the difference between a DUI and a DWI in Maryland?
Oct 12, 2022
Many people in Maryland are unaware that there is a difference between DUIs and DWIs. DUIs and DWIs generally refer to driving while under the influence of alcohol, drugs or a combination of the two. They are two different types of crimes and the penalties for each can vary. What is a DWI in Maryland? DWI in Maryland means “driving while impaired.” It’s a less serious crime than a DUI. In...Read More - Debt settlement and consolidation vs. bankruptcy
Oct 12, 2022
Accumulating debt could make life challenging for Maryland consumers. Some means exist to address these issues, although circumstances could dictate which one is feasible. Debtors may benefit from learning as much as possible about the different strategies to make a more appropriate choice. Debt consolidation and debt settlement Debt consolidation refers to using one loan to pay off other loans. Transferring balances from two credit cards or more to a single card is...Read More - Why is business valuation necessary in divorce?
Oct 6, 2022
When a couple decides to get divorced in Maryland, one of the most important things they may have to think about is the division of assets. This includes businesses and other investments that were acquired during the marriage. That’s where business valuation comes in. What is business valuation? Business valuation is the process of determining the fair market value of a business. This can be tricky, especially when it comes to family-owned businesses...Read More - Can I press charges against someone for false accusations?
Oct 4, 2022
Someone accuses you of a criminal act, whether they publish a statement on social media or file a police report, they can cause real harm to you. Obviously, the Maryland police will do their best to investigate allegations of criminal activity. They may question your family and neighbors and arrest you during that process. You may have even had to go to court to prove your innocence. Now that you have successfully demonstrated that...Read More - What are the biggest hazards for drivers during the fall?
Sep 28, 2022
Fall is here, which means cooler weather in many parts of the country. Halloween is just around the corner as well. However, when you’re driving in Maryland, the season also brings certain hazards. Falling leaves Falling leaves Less daylight In the fall, the days begin growing shorter as the sun sets earlier. When people drive, there’s a good chance it will be dark as Daylight Saving Time comes to an end...Read More - Is a DUI conviction in Ocean City, Maryland a felony?
Sep 27, 2022
A DUI in Maryland is a criminal charge that involves driving under the influence. There are drug DUIs and alcohol-related DUIs. You can be arrested and charged with a DUI if your blood alcohol measures .08%. You can be charged for drug DUI if you operate or attempt to operate a vehicle and are “so far impaired” by a legal or illegal controlled substance that you unable to safely operate the vehicle. A...Read More - What to do when your spouse wants a divorce
Sep 22, 2022
Most people don’t want to hear their spouse asking for a divorce. But that’s the reality for a considerable number of couples in Maryland. Having your partner request a divorce can make you feel understandably hopeless. Fortunately, there is always hope, and there are some steps you can take. Consider getting counseling Sometimes, you and your spouse can’t work out problems by yourselves. If that’s how things feel, it could be time to...Read More