In Anna Karenina, Leo Tolstoy wrote, "Happy families are all alike; every unhappy family is unhappy in its own way." You might have strong, healthy relationships with your spouse, children and everyone else in your family. Or there might be relatives you have not seen...
Head-on collisions are inherently perplexing accidents. How could two vehicles traveling in opposite directions collide with each other? The two witnesses with the most knowledge—the drivers—are frequently killed in the collision. Passengers often do not observe or...
If you or someone you love has been bitten by a dog, you may wonder what your legal rights are and what steps you should take to protect yourself. Dog bites can cause serious physical and emotional injuries, as well as financial losses due to medical bills and lost...
Estate planning is not a one-time event, but a continuous process that requires periodic review and update. If you live in Maryland or own property here, you have specific estate planning needs that differ from other states. Significant life events Some of the most...
Finding out your workers’ compensation claim has been denied can be a devastating blow. You were already likely struggling after a work-related injury or illness, as you try to survive without your income and pay for your medical costs. Why claims are denied There are...
You might already know how important it is to have an estate plan set up but be putting off the task for various reasons. You might be confused about what is involved in setting up an estate plan, not know where to begin, think you cannot afford it or believe you do...
When a person is creating an estate plan, they may want to support a cause that has been important to them during their lifetime. A charitable trust is established with the intent to donate the trust's assets to a charitable organization of cause. Usually, the trust...
Wills, powers of attorney, trusts and other legal documents can help assure that property is allocated in accordance with a person’s wishes after they die, and that their financial and health care instructions are followed if they ever become incapacitated. But estate...
Motor vehicle accidents occur suddenly but may carry long-term consequences for those involved. Among the potential consequences are medical expenses, property damage and reduced quality of life. Financial recovery for damages resulting from a motor vehicle accident...
If you drive to work on Highway 2, you know it can get congested at just about any time of the day. Naturally, you know this is not a safe situation. Busy and dangerous Highway 2 is one of the busiest and most dangerous roads in Maryland. It connects several major...
