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....
Year: 2021
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....
What happens if my collaborative divorce isn’t working out?
You wanted to go about your divorce in a different way. You wanted to avoid going to court and keep things amicable. You and your spouse agreed to a collaborative divorce, and you’ve been working through the motions, but you feel it isn’t working out. What options are...
Easing the difficulties of military child custody arrangements
It is difficult enough for civilian parents to maintain a productive child custody arrangement after a divorce or separation. Military servicemembers face additional challenges in the form of active deployment, drill weekends, training and other demands. No matter how...
Do a child’s wishes matter when setting custody terms?
The vast majority of parents in Maryland and elsewhere just want their children to be healthy and happy. Unfortunately, when parents are going through a divorce, it is not uncommon for their children to struggle. This is especially true if kids feel their thoughts on...
How long after a car crash do I have to file legal claims?
Every year, numerous Maryland residents are involved in automobile accidents. Most people walk away in decent shape, but as time goes on, injuries resulting from the crash may become increasingly apparent. By not pursuing legal action right away, some may worry that...
What is contributory negligence in a collision?
If you and another driver collide on a Maryland roadway, the result may be that one or more people suffer injuries. In addition to physical trauma, a collision is emotionally traumatic as well and can cause financial distress to a recovering victim. If your injuries...
Can I move my child out of country after my divorce?
Life has not been what you wanted for some time, and you are getting ready to make some changes, including ending your marriage and moving out of the country. The problem -- you have a child to consider and are not sure if you can get a custody arrangement that will...
How to divide executive compensation in divorce
Stock options and restricted stock units are often granted to executives as part of their yearly compensation. This can add up to big money that the non-employee spouse doesn’t want to leave on the table if getting a divorce. The problem, dividing executive...
Yes, you can seek an adjustment of a child custody order
When you went through the divorce process a while ago, part of your agreement included a child custody order. As written, it has been working for you, for the most part, but it could be better. The good news is, under the right circumstances, Maryland parents can seek...