Some injuries at work are incurred while you were performing your job duties. But what if you were injured at work because you were goofing around? Can you still seek workers’ compensation benefits? Workers’ compensation in Maryland You cannot be compensated for all...
A lot of people oversimplify the estate planning process. They think that a simple will, or no will at all, is sufficient to meet their needs. This can be a risky approach, especially if you’re in a blended family. As you think about creating your plan, consider the...
Commuting during a Maryland winter comes with challenges. Navigating slippery roads can be difficult, whether it is the first snow of the season or an unexpected storm during the holidays. While practice can help you develop your winter driving skills, some practical...
There are parts of your estate plan that you decided on long before you thought about creating a formal document. On the other hand, other assets and beneficiaries may present a more challenging question. While there may be assets you overlook as you are working on...
Talking to your loved ones about your will and other estate planning documents can feel uncomfortable. While you want your friends and family to have parts of your estate that are meaningful to them, a discussion about what you will leave behind might seem morbid and...
The roads we drive every day can seem safe, especially if we have never experienced a car crash. However, driving is actually one of the most dangerous activities we collectively engage in, and we often do it every day. One such recent fatal motor vehicle accident...
The estate planning process for parents can be long, especially for high-net-worth families. This is because you have both more assets and income to plan for the average estate planner, in addition to all the normal familial considerations. Additionally, you may be...
We often hear about distracted driving being a major cause of car accidents on Maryland’s extremely busy roads and highways. Another major factor that may not get the attention it deserves is speeding. There are many things that make it easy to speed when driving. If...
Governments at all levels are heavily involved in the daily lives of Marylanders. Government agencies own property that members of the public use. Government agencies also do a number of activities in the communities they serve, some being riskier than others. Also,...
If you are a teacher in Maryland and you are working in a school system in the state, you have been covered by workers' compensation since they first day on the job. That means that you are covered for injuries that you get while you are on the job or traveling from...