Avoiding anger is essential after a traffic stop
The pit of your stomach grew upon seeing in your rearview mirror the flashing red lights of a law enforcement vehicle. You are not sure why were you stopped. However, right now, the focus should not be on answering that. Instead, you must focus on your composure....
What does Maryland law say about domestic violence statutes?
Domestic violence laws differ from state to state, and Maryland is no different. The People's Law Library of Maryland notes that the statute of limitations for battery or assault charges, both of which may occur with a domestic violence charge, vary from one to three...
What do you know about the cost of a DUI?
When you see swirling lights in your rearview mirror, a night of enjoyment could become a night of unfortunate events. If Maryland police hit you with a DUI, you could face more charges in the coming weeks and days than you realize. American Addiction Centers explores...
How do you help your child feel comfortable in two homes?
Just as you must adjust to the many changes divorce brings, the same applies to your shared children. How do you help them settle into living in two households? Parents.com offers tips for helping children of divorce get used to living in different homes. Help your...
How to divide stocks and stock options in divorce
Dividing up assets in a divorce becomes a more complicated matter if your spouse is wealthy and receives executive compensation. This type of compensation includes a variety of highly valued assets like stock options or restricted stock. You may have an entitlement to...
How can divorce affect the vacation home?
In a high-asset divorce, separating assets can be an extremely difficult portion of the process. While there are many areas of divorce that you need to address, asset separation can become one of the most complicated. When attempting to divide treasured shared assets...
Arguments against joint custody
Although many argue that joint custody is usually the best for a child, this is not always the case. There are numerous factors that a judge considers when determining who should get custody. When looking at what is in the best interest of each child, there are a...
Can my prescription medication lead to a DUI?
Nothing ruins a night out like seeing flashing lights in your rearview mirror. If you have not been drinking, a potential drunk driving charge may not be something you consider. Alcohol and illegal drugs are not the only substances that can trigger a DUI charge....
How do Maryland courts divide intellectual property?
You may run into difficulty when dividing marital property in a divorce. This often occurs because of disagreements or conflicts between spouses. If your situation involves intangible assets though, it might result from confusion regarding that asset's value. A novel,...
Cryptocurrency playing a bigger role in divorce cases
In a Maryland divorce, you may find that some assets are easier to divide than others. For example, you may be able to split any equity you have in your once-shared home with relative ease. However, you may find it more difficult to figure out what you share is when...