At the end of April, it was reported that a Maryland resident was out riding his motorcycle when he was hit by a Metrobus. This accident happened mid-afternoon on April 30. The motorcyclist initially survived the event but later died at the hospital. What happened?...
Year: 2021
Child custody communication tips you’ll need
Any Maryland parent currently navigating divorce is undoubtedly concerned with how the changes in their lives might affect their children. They must resolve numerous child custody issues in order to finalize their divorce. To help children cope, it is a good idea for...
The Gates divorce brings attention to gray divorce
Bill and Melinda Gates have decided to end their marriage. Their divorce has made headlines, primarily because of their massive wealth. However, it is also big news because it is bringing attention to gray divorce, which has been on the rise in Maryland and across the...
Why is mediation worth considering?
You are getting ready to work your way through the divorce process. You know there are several ways you can go about it, but you are lost on which is best for your situation. It is easier to make an informed decision when you truly understand the advantages and...
Who gets the vacation home in divorce, you or your spouse?
The property division aspect of marital dissolution can be a challenging thing to work out. Not all couples in Maryland can come to terms with which they both agree are fair or reasonable. This is particularly true when dealing with multiple pieces of real estate. Who...
When a passenger is hurt in a single-vehicle car accident…
The last thing anyone expects when they hop in a car with a family member or friend behind the wheel is to get in a single-vehicle collision. Unfortunately, it happens all too. When a passenger suffers injuries in a Maryland car accident, what recourse do they have? A...
What is and what are the benefits of collaborative divorce?
The last thing many married couples in Maryland want when they are ending their unions is to fight things out in court. There are several alternatives to traditional divorce that can give these couples what they want. One of them is collaborative divorce. What is it?...
Divorce issues that often impede a child’s ability to cope
If you’re one of many Maryland parents facing major life changes in 2021, you may also be among those who are worried that such changes might have a negative effect on their children. Divorce is a common life change that many families will experience this year. If...
How child support payments affect taxes
Tax season is here, and as people in Maryland and across the country work to determine what they may or may not owe, they may have questions about potential deductions. For parents who make or receive child support payments, they may wonder how this impacts their tax...
Speed, DUI may have caused fatal motor vehicle accident
Most people know precisely why they should practice safe driving habits. The problem is that they still often fail to do so. Someone who excessively speeds, consumes alcohol before driving or uses a smartphone behind the wheel may be putting others at risk. This may...