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The terms "DUI" and "DWI" are interchangeable for most people. They both mean drinking and driving, right? Wrong. In Maryland, DUI and DWI are two separate (though similar) crimes. Both have to do with driving while impaired by alcohol, but the elements of the crime...
Filing for Chapter 7 bankruptcy starts by seeing if you qualify first. Federal law requires Maryland applicants to prove a monthly or annual income by passing a means test. The qualification process is not all that difficult, so many applicants do qualify after...
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 win the MVA (motor vehicle...
Maryland lawmakers have updated the criminal definition of stalking to include electronic means and the use of devices that track locations without consent. Electronic stalking and geotagging were not covered under the old definition. The change takes effect Oct. 1,...
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...
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...
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?...
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 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...
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...
