Contrary to what people sometimes expect, a military divorce is primarily subject to civilian law. While some people have the inaccurate belief that military rules govern everything from custody matters to property division, the reality is that state courts oversee...
A child custody order provides stability, but sometimes circumstances change. In Maryland, a court may modify custody if there is a material change in circumstances that affects the child’s well-being. What is meant by a material change in circumstances? Below are...
Alternative dispute resolution options can be beneficial for those contemplating divorce. Spouses may want to find ways to cooperate with one another at the end of a marriage instead of litigating and fighting over the terms of a divorce. Mediation is one of the ways...
Summer breaks are a time that children usually look forward to because it means taking a break from school. That break can be challenging for parents because they may have to figure out child care and similar matters. The difficulty that comes with summer breaks for...
Driving at night presents a unique set of challenges for motorists, from reduced visibility to fatigue and the increased presence of impaired drivers. Manufacturers have been producing brighter, more advanced headlights, such as high-intensity discharge (HID) systems,...
Spouses preparing for divorce have to divide their property or ask the courts to do so. For some couples, the process is relatively straightforward. They own minimal property and share few financial obligations. Other times, spouses may have remained married for years...
Car accident injuries often result in short-term costs. Even if you just need to go to the hospital for X-rays or other tests and don’t end up with severe injuries, you still need to cover the cost of that medical treatment. Additionally, you may miss time at work,...
When people think about divorce, what comes to mind is often divorce litigation. The process of fighting over property division and custody matters in family court dominates popular media depictions of the divorce process. However, divorce does not inherently require...
Car accidents can cause serious eye injuries. Eye injuries are not only painful, but they can have lasting implications. Here are three of the most serious types of eye injuries associated with car accidents. Corneal abrasions The cornea is the outer layer of the...
You’ve spent years contributing to your pension, planning for a secure retirement. Now that you’re facing a divorce, you might wonder whether you will have to share what you’ve worked so hard for over the years. Does it mean losing half of your pension to your ex?...