When you made the decision to file for divorce, you no doubt understood that it would affect your children’s lives. When your spouse made it clear that you were going to be in for a fight regarding child custody issues, you may have worried about what you should do or...
Annapolis Maryland Legal Blog
What is the difference between separation and divorce?
The terms “separation” and “divorce” are commonly used when a married couple parts ways, but what is the legal difference between the two under Maryland family law? This is a common question from individuals and families looking to move on from a marital relationship....
Divorcing a federal employee?
Quite a few Maryland residents are employed by the federal government. When divorcing such an individual, one may find dividing assets a bit of a challenge, as how benefits and retirement funds are split is not as straightforward as it is for those who work in the...
Thinking about a DIY divorce?
There are numerous things in life you can do yourself, but working through the marital dissolution process in Maryland really should not be one of them. While the DIY divorce trend may be growing, there are benefits to having legal counsel on your side as you work on...
Man injured riding an electric scooter
Law enforcement authorities in Maryland are in the process of investigating an accident that resulted in a man suffering critical injuries and ultimately succumbing to those injuries. He was riding an electric scooter and collided with an SUV. If driver negligence...
Child custody options in Maryland
One of the hardest things about divorce is figuring out what to do with one’s children. Child custody is often a contentious topic because many parents cannot agree on what living arrangements would best benefit their children. Thankfully, there are several custody...
Protecting financial interests in a divorce
As most Maryland parents might agree, raising children in 2021 and beyond is expensive. Whether you have one, two, three or more children, you no doubt have encountered challenges at some point when it comes to providing for your children’s financial needs. If you’re...
Don’t let fear of the unknown prevent you from a beautiful life
Most couples in Maryland get married intending to be together forever. Divorce may never be in the plans, but sometimes it becomes painfully obvious it is the right thing to do. Many people put it off, though, because of a fear of the unknown and having to do life...
Insurance will cover my losses after an accident, right?
Your life was going along just fine. Then, in the blink of an eye, you were involved in an automobile crash in Maryland that left you or a loved one seriously injured. The toll this accident has taken on your life and family has been almost too much for you to bear....
Do I qualify for alimony?
Ending a marriage can create significant financial hardship for one or both spouses. If you’ve been primarily dependent on your spouse’s income, you may have concerns about your economic outlook post-divorce. This likely has you wondering if you qualify for alimony....