Frederick Maryland Legal Blog
A prenuptial agreement can help take care of children
Once a Maryland couple becomes engaged and begins to plan for their life together, there are a number of things that need to be considered. In addition to the wedding itself, the couple will need to decide where they will live, how they will handle their finances and...
Will separate accounts protect my money in the divorce?
“The account is in my name, so it’s mine.” When it comes to divorce, a Maryland resident may be entitled to part of the assets that are held in the spouse’s name, or vice versa. While the trend toward separate bank accounts may assist with minimizing financial...
Slip-and-fall accidents can cause significant personal injury
An unexpected step down, a wet floor or even a loose piece of flooring can mean a trip to the emergency room. All sorts of things can cause the Maryland resident to slip and fall. When this happens, the questions of whose fault is it and is there a personal injury...
DWI and DUI carry stiff consequences
Drinking and driving is never a good idea. Unfortunately, it happens more often than most Maryland residents would like to think. A drink or two over dinner, an evening socializing with business acquaintances or a fun night out with friends can lead to unintended DWI...
Planning for a gray divorce
Reports indicate that the percentage of Maryland couples seeking divorce is on the decline. While this is true overall, the percentage of couples seeking what is often referred to as a gray divorce is on the rise. In fact, the number of individuals in this age...
How pain and suffering are calculated after a wreck
Many accident victims wonder just how their pain and suffering damages are calculated after they get injured in a wreck with another at-fault motorist. To be sure, it is a complex matter that few lay persons without legal training should undertake, lest their claims...
Been in a car accident? Follow these insurance claim tips
A car accident will turn your world upside down, with you immediately realizing that you're being pulled in many different directions. While your health is top priority, you should also find time to file an insurance claim.Here are five insurance claim tips you can...
Helpful holiday custody tips for divorced parents
Divorced Maryland parents often struggle with custody exchanges during the winter holidays. In fact, it can be enough to turn even cheery souls into absolute Grinches as they argue over who will get to spend the majority of the holidays with the kids. Whether your...
How social media impacts your personal injury claim
Car accidents are extremely dangerous affairs. A Maryland police officer sustained injuries after a four-car crash occurred in Calvert County on October 10th. After any kind of traumatic event, it is natural that you will want to share everything on social media....
Proving negligence for a personal injury claim
A successful personal injury claim can help to provide financial and emotional peace after a serious accident. However, there are certain elements the claim must include in order to obtain a favorable verdict. One of the most essential aspects of a personal injury...
