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- Are you required to have the interlock on a Maryland DUI?
May 17, 2022
How Maryland laws don’t always mesh with other states In Maryland, the interlock is often the option defendants have for being able to drive despite blowing a .15 on the intoximeter, or refusing to blow into the intoximeter. But even if you So let’s unpack this: You refuse the intoximeter test back at the station. You have the MVA hearing. You win on not being properly advised (for example) you...Read More - Stalking in Maryland Changed to Include Use of Digital Devices
May 16, 2022
Maryland lawmakers have updated the criminal definition of Stalking in Maryland is defined as “a malicious course of conduct that includes approaching or pursuing another” in a way that would place that person in reasonable fear. Under the old definition, stalking had to be in person and the targeted person was followed physically. The Gov. Larry Hogan Technology-based stalking can occur in a number of different ways. Advocates...Read More - Considering Divorce? Beware of Retirement Account Breakups
May 11, 2022
In Maryland, divorce is a common issue, but few people are aware of all of the financial implications of a divorce. It can get much more complicated than just deciding who gets the house. One particularly difficult topic is working out what happens to retirement accounts like 401ks. Divorce and Retirement Accounts A retirement account is valuable because it lets you invest with special tax benefits. However, those same benefits make the accounts...Read More - What is a Maryland Plea Bargain?
May 6, 2022
A plea is a statement by a defendant where the accused admits guilt or innocence in response to criminal charges. If the defendant pleads “not guilty” then the case proceeds to trial. In many instances, however, the case will not go to trial. A plea bargain occurs when the defendant — with the advice of their Ocean City criminal defense attorney — and the prosecutor come to a deal. The Baltimore plea bargain will include...Read More - What you need to know about the damage caps in Maryland
May 4, 2022
Maryland has a cap on the amount of money that can get awarded in a personal injury lawsuit. This cap is known as the “damage cap.” The damage cap helps to protect individuals and businesses from frivolous lawsuits. What is the cap on non-economic damages? Non-economic damages refer to damages that are not easily quantified, such as pain and suffering or emotional distress, and wrongful death. The damage cap in Maryland is...Read More - Divorce vs. annulment: What’s the difference?
Apr 28, 2022
Couples who want to legally end their marriages can decide to have the marriage annulled or get a divorce. There are distinct differences between these two options, but they will both allow the involved parties to be declared single once the process is complete. If you live in Maryland, here are some important things you should know about annulment and divorce. What is a divorce? A divorce is classified as a legal termination...Read More - What Does It Mean To Have A “Local” Lawyer?
Apr 25, 2022
You may think all lawyers claiming to be “local” are the same. This is simply not true. Consider what “local” actually means. In many cases, a local lawyer is a lawyer not actually based in the local community. They may only lease an office space that they occasionally use. We know it is hard to believe, but some lawyers list offices on their websites or market in areas where they don’t have any community presence. At...Read More - Custody and visitation after divorce or separation
Apr 21, 2022
If you’ve recently gone through a divorce, you may be tempted to request sole custody of your children if you are the parent who spends the most time with them. You may also want custody if you feel that you are the more acceptable parent. However, there are several factors to consider when it comes to child custody. If you’re a Maryland resident, here are some important things to remember. Legal and physical custody...Read More - What is assault under Maryland law?
Apr 18, 2022
In a recent high-profile event, a popular movie star slapped a well-known comic during a nationally televised awards show. The comic has reportedly declined to press charges but if such an event happened in Maryland, what kind of charges could result? Maryland law defines assault as the offensive touching of another person without permission that creates fear. The phrase “assault and battery” is often used in television shows. Battery is the unlawful and...Read More - Debt discharges and Chapter 13 bankruptcy
Apr 13, 2022
Chapter 13 bankruptcy differs significantly from Chapter 7. With Chapter 7, filers enter into a liquidation bankruptcy, which mainly involves the trustee selling off non-exempt assets to pay creditors. Some remaining debt becomes subject to discharge. Chapter 13 focuses on a repayment plan, but some filers may wonder if any debt undergoes a discharge. For those with such concerns, it might be positive news to learn that some debt may end up discharged in a...Read More