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Health Information Technology and Privacy Blog

Provides guidance to health care providers and facilities as they move into a new electronic era of privacy and security concerns under HIPAA and the HITECH Act. By Ober Kaler.

http://oberhealthinformationtechnology.com/

May 23
NOIs Due Soon to Apply for 2014 ACO Program

NOIs Due Soon to Apply for 2014 ACO Program

The Medicare Shared Savings Program (MSSP) for accountable care organizations (ACOs) established under the Affordable Care Act is about to kick-off its second year with a new round of applications for the January 1, 2014 start date. As part…
Jan 24
HHS Overhaul of HIPAA: Summary of New Obligations for Covered Entities and Business Associate

HHS Overhaul of HIPAA: Summary of New Obligations for Covered Entities and Business Associate

On January 17, 2013, the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) posted Modifications to the HIPAA Privacy, Security, Enforcement, and Breach Notification Rules [PDF] (the Final Rule) under the authority of the HITECH Act and the…
Jan 17
New HIPAA Rule Released Today

New HIPAA Rule Released Today

The new HIPAA/HITECH rule in an unpublished version was released today and can be found at www.federalregister.gov/articles/2013/01/25/2013-01073/modifications-to-the-hipaa-privacy-security-enforcement-and-breach-notification-rules.…

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Suits by Suits

Covers disputes between companies and executives. Published by Zuckerman Spaeder LLP.

http://www.suitsbysuits.com/

May 23
From Flowers And Cemeteries To Barbecue And Beaches: How We Got Memorial Day

From Flowers And Cemeteries To Barbecue And Beaches: How We Got Memorial Day

While we’re a blog about disputes between executives and companies, we can’t overlook those significant days when those companies and executives pause for a national holiday. Through our first year, we’ve looked at how…
May 21
Against the Odds, High Court Will Hear Whistleblower Case

Against the Odds, High Court Will Hear Whistleblower Case

Yesterday, the Supreme Court announced that it will hear the case of Jackie Hosang Lawson and Jonathan Zang, two former Fidelity employees who seek to reverse the dismissal of their Sarbanes-Oxley whistleblower claims. In this post last…
May 17
The Inbox - May 17, 2013

The Inbox - May 17, 2013

May flowers are blooming, and so is the Suits by Suits news: CEO dismissals hit a 10-year high in 2012, according to The Corporate Board’s study of CEO succession practices. Matteo Tonello of the Corporate Board published this…

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Baltimore Criminal Defense Lawyer…

Baltimore Criminal Defense Lawyer Blog

Covers Maryland laws on drug arrests, DUI and gun crimes. By the Herbst Firm.

http://www.baltimorecriminaldefenselawyerblog.com/

May 22
Cops Bust Local Marijuana Smuggling Operation

Cops Bust Local Marijuana Smuggling Operation

Large scale drug smuggling operations are usually prosecuted in federal court, but when the feds decline to take over an investigation it gives the local police some time in the spotlight. The Harford County Sheriff has announced the details…
May 18
Local Politicians Convicted of DUI

Local Politicians Convicted of DUI

It is no longer surprising to see an American politician wind up in the news with some sort of personal legal issue. It's is an unfortunate sign of the times, but our country's so called leaders seem to only make the news when they are in…
May 8
DOJ Reaffirms Citizens's Right To Photograph And Record On Duty Police

DOJ Reaffirms Citizens's Right To Photograph And Record On Duty Police

About a year ago the Blog posted an article addressing the issue of whether it is legal to video record a police officer engaging in his or her duties. While there is clearly no state or federal law prohibiting this protected First Amendment…

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Maryland Law Blog

Covers auto accidents and medical malpractice. By Meng & Alpert, LLC

http://www.maryland-law-blog.com/

May 22
Prince George’s County Sheriff’s Office Reports Two Recent Arrests for Theft

Prince George’s County Sheriff’s Office Reports Two Recent Arrests for Theft

The Prince George’s County Sheriff’s Office has recently posted two arrests involving theft charges on its website. The County Sheriff’s Office reported the arrest of a man by the Warrant/Fugitive Division on four indictments of robbery…
May 16
Wild Ride Ends in Capture in Prince George’s County

Wild Ride Ends in Capture in Prince George’s County

A Waldorf gunpoint robbery ended in a high-speed chase on May 2. As reported by somdnews.com, while returning to her car after using an ATM outside a Waldorf Marketplace bank, a woman was robbed by a man with a gun....
May 14
Charges Dropped against Anne Arundel County Teacher

Charges Dropped against Anne Arundel County Teacher

Courtesy of ABC2News.com, charges of felony solicitation against a former Anne Arundel County teacher have been dropped. However, the former high school teacher remains charged with exchanging naked pictures with a student. The teacher worked…

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Maryland Personal Injury Lawyer…

Maryland Personal Injury Lawyer Blog

Covers medical malpractice and personal injury news. By Joseph H. Ostad, P.A.

http://www.marylandpersonalinjurylawyerblog.com/

May 22
Rockville Accident Lawyer Blog:Woman Injured in Car Accident Wins Settlement.

Rockville Accident Lawyer Blog:Woman Injured in Car Accident Wins Settlement.

A local woman catastrophically injured in a car accident on the highway has won a $4.6 million settlement from the state and the estate of the other driver.Chief among the damages for the plaintiff is a $3.65 million payment from the highway…
May 14
Rockville Lawyer Blog:What is Medical Malpractice?

Rockville Lawyer Blog:What is Medical Malpractice?

What is medical malpractice you ask? As an experienced attorney with offices in Rockville and Baltimore Maryland, I can tell you that many people are unaware of their rights when it come to Medical Malpractice and hospital errors.Statistics…
May 1
Baltimore Lawyer Blog:Getting Life Insurance Payments from Insurance Company

Baltimore Lawyer Blog:Getting Life Insurance Payments from Insurance Company

As an experienced Baltimore attorney I have unfortunately witnessed many cases of insurance companies delaying payments to my clients after the death of a loved one. Why do they do this you ask? The company you faithfully paid all these years…

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Shear on Social Media Law

Covers legal issues involving social media websites. By Bradley S. Shear.

http://www.shearsocialmedia.com/

May 22
Will Anthony Weiner's "Weiner" Tweets Derail His Candidacy For Mayor of New York City?

Will Anthony Weiner's "Weiner" Tweets Derail His Candidacy For Mayor of New York City?

New York City is the greatest city in the world. I lived in the City (NYC'ers call it the City) before and after 9/11. It is the city that is full of come back stories. As Frank Sinatra sang in New York New York, "if I can…
May 21
FTC Complaint Filed Against Snapchat

FTC Complaint Filed Against Snapchat

Consumer privacy advocate EPIC has recently filed an FTC complaint against Snapchat because it believes the service is misleading consumers regarding its ability to delete the content being sent across its platform. According to…
May 11
The Application Privacy, Protection and Security Act of 2013

The Application Privacy, Protection and Security Act of 2013

Congress has recently introduced the Application Privacy, Protection and Security Act of 2013 (HR1913). This legislation would require mobile application developers to disclose what data they collect and how utilize, share, and archive…

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Maryland Workers Compensation…

Maryland Workers Compensation Lawyer Blog

Covers workers' compensation and injury law. By Belsky, Weinberg & Horowitz L.L.C.

http://www.marylandworkerscompensationattorneys.com/

May 21
Worker's Firing Does Not Bar Workers' Compensation Benefit

Worker's Firing Does Not Bar Workers' Compensation Benefit

An employee's firing does not bar workers' compensation benefits if the claimant's evidence demonstrates that his or her disability caused the subsequent inability to find work, the Court of Special Appeals has ruled. The court's ruling stems…
May 1
Maryland Legislature Takes Action on Several Workers' Compensation Bill

Maryland Legislature Takes Action on Several Workers' Compensation Bill

The General Assembly has taken action on several Workers' Compensation bills in this year's session. Twenty-five bills dealing with Workers' Compensation matters were introduced. The bill calling for Commission decisions to be emailed will…
Mar 4
Workers' Compensation Bills in the General Assembly

Workers' Compensation Bills in the General Assembly

There are several bills dealing with workers' compensation matters in the General Assembly this year. A bill that would allow commission decisions to be emailed and a bill that would expand punishment for employers who retaliate against…

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Maryland Medical Malpractice…

Maryland Medical Malpractice Lawyer Blog

Covers false medical records, amputation medical malpractice, birth injuries, hospital malpractice and medical malpractice. By Silverman Thompson Slutkin White.

http://www.marylandmedicalmalpracticelawyerblog.com/

May 21
Malpractice litigation helps reduce medical error

Malpractice litigation helps reduce medical error

The New York Times recently ran a fascinating op ed by Joanna Schwartz, a professor at UCLA. The subject was a study that Professor Schwartz did on the value of medical malpractice litigation in reducing medical errors. Professor…
May 15
Severe Nerve Injuries From Medical Malpractice

Severe Nerve Injuries From Medical Malpractice

Severe and permanent nerve injuries due to medical malpractice unfortunately can occur. These cases can be challenging to win because there often is not clear evidence of exactly how the nerve injury occurred. Recently, I successfully…
May 9
Contingency Fee Agreements in Maryland Medical Malpractice, Wrongful Death and Personal Injury Case

Contingency Fee Agreements in Maryland Medical Malpractice, Wrongful Death and Personal Injury Case

Most medical malpractice, wrongful death and personal injury lawyers in Maryland are hired by clients through a contingency fee agreement. In such an arrangement, the law firm generally is paid a legal fee based upon a percentage of the…

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Accident and Injury Law Blog

Covers auto and truck accident,medical malpractice and products liability issues. By national law firm Miller and Zois.

http://www.accidentinjurylawyerblog.com/

May 21
Malpractice Cases: Make Sure You Know What You Are Doing

Malpractice Cases: Make Sure You Know What You Are Doing

I’ve previously written about my concerns of courts letting procedure prevail over substance in personal injury cases - usually in favor of the defendant. Last week, the Minnesota Court of Appeals handed down a case that underscores…
May 21
Robotic Surgery Not Needed?

Robotic Surgery Not Needed?

Robotic Surgery Not Needed for Most Procedures? A recent study has raised additional questions about the need for robotic assisted surgery in many cases. The research suggests that the da Vinci surgical robot should be reserved for…
May 21
Deezo Children's Hooded Sweatshirts Recalled

Deezo Children's Hooded Sweatshirts Recalled

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) has announced the recall of Deezo Children's Hooded Sweatshirts with Drawstrings. Approximately 560 boys and girls zip-up hoodies are being recalled as the sweatshirts and jackets have…

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Maryland Criminal Attorneys Blog

Covers criminal defense, evidence and the Fourth Amendment. By Brassel, Alexander & Rice, LLC.

http://www.marylandcriminalattorneysblog.com/

May 21
US Supreme Court Hears Oral Arguments On Controversial Maryland DNA Testing Case

US Supreme Court Hears Oral Arguments On Controversial Maryland DNA Testing Case

In November of last year, the United States Supreme Court granted certiorari in the case of Maryland v. King, to consider the question presented:"Does the Fourth Amendment allow the States to collect and analyze DNA from people arrested and…
May 6
U.S. Supreme Court Rules Routine Blood Tests For Suspected Drunk Drivers Unconstitutional

U.S. Supreme Court Rules Routine Blood Tests For Suspected Drunk Drivers Unconstitutional

Last month, the U.S. Supreme Court issued a landmark opinion in the case of Missouri v. McNeely holding that police are not permitted to force individuals suspected of driving while intoxicated to submit to a blood test without first…
Apr 25
U.S. Supreme Court Ruling: Police Cannot Detain Suspects Not Within The Immediate Vicinity Of Premises Subject To A Search Warrant

U.S. Supreme Court Ruling: Police Cannot Detain Suspects Not Within The Immediate Vicinity Of Premises Subject To A Search Warrant

In February, the U.S. Supreme Court issued a milestone opinion in the case of Bailey v. United States holding that police may not follow and detain a suspect while awaiting the issuance of a search warrant, even if the individual is observed…

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Maryland Injury Attorney Blog

Covers motor vehicle accidents, premises liability, and recent verdict updates. Published by Maryland injury lawyer Butschky, Ehlers & Butschky.

http://www.marylandinjuryattorneyblog.com/

May 21
Memorial Day Weekend Driving in Maryland : Stay Sober, Avoid Alcohol Related Motor Vehicle Accident

Memorial Day Weekend Driving in Maryland : Stay Sober, Avoid Alcohol Related Motor Vehicle Accident

Long holiday weekends statistically rack up more fatal drunk driving crashes than normal weekends. According to national traffic accident data, Memorial Day Weekend is the deadliest of all holiday weekends on U.S. roads and highways.…
Apr 16
Maryland Observes Work Zone Safety Month, as Road Construction Swings into Gear

Maryland Observes Work Zone Safety Month, as Road Construction Swings into Gear

The sight of orange cones and barrels marking work zones on Maryland highways is so common, drivers don't think too much about them. That's part of the problem. The Maryland Department of Transportation estimates that an average 2,237 traffic…
Mar 30
Maryland Workers Rights : Family and Medical Leave Act Turns 20, But Sick Employees Still Fighting an Uphill Battle

Maryland Workers Rights : Family and Medical Leave Act Turns 20, But Sick Employees Still Fighting an Uphill Battle

When an employee suffers an injury or work-related illness, their lives literally may be at stake. As Maryland Workers' Compensation lawyers, we work with hurt and sick workers to obtain the compensation they need while they're recovering…

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Maryland Lawyer Blog

Covers criminal and personal injury topics such as auto accidents, criminal law, medical malpractice, practicing law, and products liability. By Ronald V. Miller of the Law Offices of Miller & Zois.

http://www.marylandlawyerblog.com/

May 20
Black Police Officers Sue Annapoli

Black Police Officers Sue Annapoli

Four former and current black police officers in Annapolis have filed suit in federal court against the city. The officers claiming they were discriminated against because they are black and, as a result, were turned down for promotions and…
Apr 18
Ripken Baseball Gender Discrimination Lawsuit to Continue

Ripken Baseball Gender Discrimination Lawsuit to Continue

A federal judge in Baltimore ruled that a gender discrimination lawsuit against Ripken Professional Baseball will continue, rejecting Ripken's argument that the case should be dismissed or that arbitration should be compelled. Interesting…
Apr 18
In-N-Out Burger and Grab-N-Go Burgers Work It All Out

In-N-Out Burger and Grab-N-Go Burgers Work It All Out

Our national nightmare is over. In-N-Out Burger has reached a settlement it is trademark infringement lawsuit against claims against Grab-N-Go Burgers. In-N-Out-Burger's lawsuit alleged that Grab-N-Go stole its menu ideas and graphic design.…

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Covers national and Maryland state tort and workers compensation legislation. Also focuses on boating, car, motorcycle, pedestrian and truck accidents, as well as medical malpractice and wrongful death. By Lebowitz & Mzhen.

http://www.marylandaccidentlawblog.com/

May 20
Maryland Man's Estate Recovers $3 Million for his Wrongful Death by Electrocution

Maryland Man's Estate Recovers $3 Million for his Wrongful Death by Electrocution

The West Virginia Record recently reported about the disposition of a lawsuit regarding the wrongful death of a local man, who was electrocuted while working. The decedent's wife originally filed the lawsuit in 2011 on behalf of husband's…
May 13
Baltimore to Pay $100k in School Bus Death Lawsuit

Baltimore to Pay $100k in School Bus Death Lawsuit

Last week, the City of Baltimore Board of Estimates voted unanimously to pay $100,000 as part of a settlement in a negligence lawsuit relating to the death of a young special needs boy who died after jumping from a school...
May 3
Surgery on Wrong Side of Woman's Brain Prompts Malpractice Suit

Surgery on Wrong Side of Woman's Brain Prompts Malpractice Suit

A medical malpractice lawsuit was filed recently against a St. Lois hospital and neurosurgeon, by the family of a woman alleging that the defendants operated on the wrong side of her brain and skull. According to the complaint, the…

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Pharmacy Error Injury Lawyer Blog

Covers pharmacy and medication errors. By Lebowitz & Mzhen.

http://www.pharmacyerrorinjurylawyer.com/

May 20
Robots May be the Answer to Decreasing Contamination and Error in IV Compounding

Robots May be the Answer to Decreasing Contamination and Error in IV Compounding

Following the widespread contamination problems at several compounding facilities, hospitals and pharmacies have begun to reevaluate the potential options for improving sterility and quality of compounded IV fluids and related products. One…
May 13
Florida Considers Bill Potentially Impacting Patient Safety

Florida Considers Bill Potentially Impacting Patient Safety

Last month, the Florida House of Representatives passed a bill, by a vote of 101 to 16, that would double the number of pharmacy technicians each pharmacist can supervise from three to six. The pharmacists remain responsible for signing…
May 6
Young Girl Narrowly Survives Morphine Overmedication in Hospital

Young Girl Narrowly Survives Morphine Overmedication in Hospital

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration recently updated one of its website pages regarding medication error and consumer awareness. One of the stories included is a cautionary tale for all hospitalized individuals receiving medication…

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Maryland Injury Lawyer

Covers personal injury and medical malpractice issues. By Price Benowitz LLP.

http://www.maryland-injury-lawyer.com

May 19
FDA Claims Drug Used on Patients Going Through Chemotherapy Could Cause Fatal Heart Damage

FDA Claims Drug Used on Patients Going Through Chemotherapy Could Cause Fatal Heart Damage

The FDA announced that the anti-nausea drug Zofran (also known as ondansetron) will be pulled from the market due to concerns that it causes potentially life-threatening heart problems for patients. In June of this year, the agency advised…
May 6
Louisiana has the nation's highest auto-insurance rates for second year in a row

Louisiana has the nation's highest auto-insurance rates for second year in a row

For the second year in a row, Louisiana tops the nation for auto insurance rates. According to an industry study produced by Insure.com, an insurance industry website, Louisiana drivers pay an average of $2,699 annually for car insurance. …
Apr 17
FDA Claims Drug Used on Patients Going Through Chemotherapy Could Cause Fatal Heart Damage

FDA Claims Drug Used on Patients Going Through Chemotherapy Could Cause Fatal Heart Damage

The FDA announced that the anti-nausea drug Zofran (also known as ondansetron) will be pulled from the market due to concerns that it causes potentially life-threatening heart problems for patients. In June of this year, the agency advised…

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Virginia Personal Injury Lawyer

Examines personal injury cases and precedents throughout the country with a particular focus on Virginia, Maryland, and Washington DC. By Price Benowitz LLP.

http://www.virginia-personalinjurylawyer.com/#entries

May 19
Phi Kappa Sigma Fraternity Reaches $3 Million SePhi Kappa Sigma Fraternity Reaches $3 Million Settlement with Parents of Dead College Studentttlement with Parents of Dead College Student

Phi Kappa Sigma Fraternity Reaches $3 Million SePhi Kappa Sigma Fraternity Reaches $3 Million Settlement with Parents of Dead College Studentttlement with Parents of Dead College Student

Phi Kappa Sigma Fraternity settled the wrongful death lawsuit filed against them by Matthew Crozier's parents. Matthew's parents alleged that Phi Kappa Sigma's negligent actions during a New Year's party at the frat house led to their son's…
May 6
Lawsuit filed weeks before accident left 3 dead, dozens hospitalized Sunday in I-77 pileup in Southern Va.

Lawsuit filed weeks before accident left 3 dead, dozens hospitalized Sunday in I-77 pileup in Southern Va.

A massive pileup on Fancy Gap Mountain, near the Virginia - North Carolina border, left at least three dead and 25 injured on Easter Sunday. State troopers were called to the scene of the first crash at 1:17 p.m. that day. This initial crash…
Apr 17
Hidden Drug Ingredients in Reumofan Dietary Supplements Could Cause Dangerous Side Effect

Hidden Drug Ingredients in Reumofan Dietary Supplements Could Cause Dangerous Side Effect

The FDA has issued a warning advising consumers to stop using dietary supplements Reumofan and Reumofan Plus. The dietary supplements are used to treat muscle pain, osteoporosis and arthritis as well as other medical conditions. FDA stated…

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Baltimore Auto Accident Attorneys…

Baltimore Auto Accident Attorneys Blog

Comments on auto accident and injury law. By Belsky, Weinberg & Horowitz, L.L.C.

http://www.baltimoreautoaccidentattorneys.com/

May 17
Motor Vehicle Bills Passed into Law

Motor Vehicle Bills Passed into Law

Sixty-eight insurance bills were introduced in the 2013 session of Maryland's General Assembly. Eighteen of the bills dealt with motor vehicle insurance issues, only a few survived the legislative gauntlet to become law. These are the motor…
May 6
Appeals Court Rejects Argument that Statute of Limitations Should Have Been Extended in Insurance Case

Appeals Court Rejects Argument that Statute of Limitations Should Have Been Extended in Insurance Case

In a strongly worded opinion, Maryland's Court of Special Appeals has rejected the notion of expanding the amount of time for filing a civil claim. Maryland courts will not recognize an exception to the Statute of Limitations without action…
Apr 29
Cases Involving Texting and Driving Dismissed by Court

Cases Involving Texting and Driving Dismissed by Court

Lawsuits involving texting and driving are starting to make their way through the courts. One recent set of cases involved a multi-vehicle accident that, some say, stemmed from a commercial driver being distracted by the texting system in his…

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Maryland Injury Lawyer Blog

Covers medical malpractice, personal injury verdicts, truck accidents, and uninsured motorists. By Miller & Zois.

http://www.marylandinjurylawyerblog.com/

May 17
Timing of Discovery Obligation

Timing of Discovery Obligation

Lawyers always argue over anything where there is not black and white set rules. (Actually, we argue when there are set rules, too.) No one exactly knows the rules of the sequences of discovery because the rules are whatever the motions'…
May 14
Should We Lower BAC for Drunk Driving in Maryland?

Should We Lower BAC for Drunk Driving in Maryland?

Today, the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) said we should lower the blood-alcohol limit from .08, the current standard, to .05. The NTSB argues that the U.S. is too lenient when it comes to drunk driving and wants the U.S. to…
May 9
Uninsured Motorist Claims: We Really Can Name the Insurance Company

Uninsured Motorist Claims: We Really Can Name the Insurance Company

Last week, the Court of Special Appeals of Maryland decided the case of Davis v. Martinez. This was an appeal where the trial court entered an order that permitted the underinsured motorist insurer (State Farm) to participate in the trial…

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Maryland DUI Lawyers Blog

Covers Maryland DUI defense issues, including breathalyzer tests, DUI checkpoints and blood-alcohol content. By Price Benowitz, LLP.

http://www.marylandduilawyersblog.com/

May 16
Maryland DUI Lawyer : How A DUI Impacts You

Maryland DUI Lawyer : How A DUI Impacts You

Attorney Kush Arora explains the three major impacts getting a DUI in Maryland could have on you.
May 16
Maryland Criminal Lawyer Protecting Your Job

Maryland Criminal Lawyer Protecting Your Job

Kush Arora explains how to protect your job after being charged with a crime.
May 6
Baltimore County Councilman pleads Guilty to DUI

Baltimore County Councilman pleads Guilty to DUI

Baltimore County Councilman Todd Huff has plead guilty to driving under the influence, stating that he has learned from his mistake and that he is now undergoing treatment for alcohol abuse. Prosecutors dropped charges of negligent driving…

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Personal Injury and Accident…

Personal Injury and Accident Lawyers

Covers Maryland and DC personal injury issues. By Price Benowitz LLP.

http://www.pricebenowitzlaw.com/

May 16
Maryland Personal Injury Attorney John Yannone talk about medical malpractice in Maryland.

Maryland Personal Injury Attorney John Yannone talk about medical malpractice in Maryland.
May 16
John Yannone : Things You Should Know About Wrongful Death

John Yannone : Things You Should Know About Wrongful Death
May 6
Could the FDA Have Stopped The Meningitis Outbreak In Massachusetts?

Could the FDA Have Stopped The Meningitis Outbreak In Massachusetts?

The following post was written by False Claims Act attorney Tony Munter The Washington Post's Kimberly Kindy reports on a particularly scary issue involving the FDA's ability to ensure that pharmaceuticals are produced safely. One almost…

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Baum Law Offices

Covers Criminal and Family Law. Published by Baum Law Offices, LLC - Attorney Matthew Baum.

http://baumlawoffices.com/blog/

May 15
Charged as an Adult in Maryland – Transfer Hearing Criteria

Charged as an Adult in Maryland – Transfer Hearing Criteria

This content originally came from Baum Law Offices, LLC - Attorney Matthew Baum - Serving clients in Maryland and DC.This post is the second part of a two part series concerning juveniles charged as adults in Maryland criminal cases. Part one…
May 13
Charged as an Adult in Maryland – Juvenile Transfer Hearing

Charged as an Adult in Maryland – Juvenile Transfer Hearing

This content originally came from Baum Law Offices, LLC - Attorney Matthew Baum - Serving clients in Maryland and DC.In certain serious felonies, juvenile defendants in Maryland can be charged as though they were adults. This means that a…
Mar 29
Police License Plate Readers LPR in Maryland

Police License Plate Readers LPR in Maryland

This content originally came from Baum Law Offices, LLC - Attorney Matthew Baum - Serving clients in Maryland and DC.I’ve been witnessing firsthand the increased use of license plate reader (LPR) technology in Maryland. Lately, it seems…

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Maryland Medical Malpractice…

Maryland Medical Malpractice Attorneys Blog

Comments on Maryland medical malpractice. By Cardaro & Peek, LLC.

http://www.marylandmedicalmalpracticeattorneysblog.com/

May 15
Cardaro & Peek's Investigation Continues into Claims Against Dr. Nikita Levy

Cardaro & Peek's Investigation Continues into Claims Against Dr. Nikita Levy

The attorneys at Cardaro & Peek continue to actively investigate complaints against Dr. Nikita Levy and Johns Hopkins Hospital for Dr. Levy's alleged illegal touching, videotaping and photographing of his patients. Many of Dr. Levy's…
Mar 15
Medical Malpractice Study at Johns Hopkins Finds Over 4,000 Preventable Surgical Mistakes Occur Each Year

Medical Malpractice Study at Johns Hopkins Finds Over 4,000 Preventable Surgical Mistakes Occur Each Year

Researchers at Johns Hopkins University based in Baltimore, Maryland have released a new study detailing the frequency of incontrovertible medical malpractice occurrences in the United States. The study, led by Marty Makary, M.D., M.P.H., an…
Feb 22
Dr. Nikita Levy, Baltimore OB/Gyn Accused of Secretly Photographing and Videotaping Patients, Could Have Victimized Thousand

Dr. Nikita Levy, Baltimore OB/Gyn Accused of Secretly Photographing and Videotaping Patients, Could Have Victimized Thousand

Dr. Nikita Levy, a former OB/Gyn at Johns Hopkins East Baltimore Medical Center, who is accused of secretly photographing and videotaping his patients, was found dead in his Towson home on February 18, 2013. Just ten days before his death,…

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Maryland Injury Lawyers Blog

Published By Goldberg, Finnegan & Mester, LLC

http://www.marylandinjurylawyersblog.com/

May 14
Injury Lawsuit Against Maryland Live! Casino

Injury Lawsuit Against Maryland Live! Casino

Our firm handles injury claims and lawsuits against Maryland Live! Casino which is located in Arundel Mills, in Hanover Maryland. The casio recently opened its doors to the public, and there will surely be a lot of legal claims against…
May 5
Z-Pack Users----Don't Consume Energy Drinks!!

Z-Pack Users----Don't Consume Energy Drinks!!

Here is some friendly consumer advice from Goldberg, Finnegan & Mester, LLC. If you (or your children) have been prescribed the Z-Pak by your doctor, DON'T CONSUME ENERGY DRINKS WHILE TAKING THE Z-PAK. Why do I say this? Both…
Apr 23
Ride-On Bus Crash On Rockville Pike---Make sure you put Montgomery County on Notice!

Ride-On Bus Crash On Rockville Pike---Make sure you put Montgomery County on Notice!

Although nothing in this post creates an attorney client relationship, here is some free advice to anyone injured in the Ride-On Bus Crash on Rockville Pike and Nicholson Avenue in Rockville, Maryland on April 22, 2013: Make sure you…

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Maryland Car Accident Lawyer Blog

Covers automobile and truck accidents, distracted driving and product liability. By John Cord.

http://www.marylandcaraccidentlawyersblog.com/

May 13
Finding a Good Lawyer For Your Personal Injury Lawsuit

Finding a Good Lawyer For Your Personal Injury Lawsuit

Because accidental injuries are unexpected, the need for a good lawyer can be immediate and unplanned. Too often people randomly select lawyers based on a television ads, phone book ads, or internet marketing. Selecting a lawyer solely on…
May 7
Distracted Driving: Voice to Text

Distracted Driving: Voice to Text

I finally replaced my ten-year old car a few months ago, and have been happily learning about all of the new technology in modern cars. It's like a candy store, especially compared to my old vehicle which was limited to power locks and a car…
Mar 18
Collateral Source: Double-Recovery for Car Accident

Collateral Source: Double-Recovery for Car Accident

Maryland has a rule called collateral source. This is an important part of making sure auto accident victims get full value for their claims. It is the reason that accident victims can recover for medical expenses and lost wages through…

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Maryland Injury Attorneys Blog

Covers Maryland medical malpractice, product liability, and personal injury law. By Brassel, Alexander & Rice, LLC.

http://www.marylandinjuryattorneysblog.com/

May 13
Maryland High Court Opinion Stresses The Importance Of Knowing The Terms Of Your Insurance Policy

Maryland High Court Opinion Stresses The Importance Of Knowing The Terms Of Your Insurance Policy

Last month, the Maryland Court of Appeals issued an important decision regarding the validity of insurance policy exclusions in situations where the insured might reasonably expect to be covered. The opinion is of particular import because…
Apr 29
New Legislation Regarding Dog Attacks Fails In Maryland General Assembly

New Legislation Regarding Dog Attacks Fails In Maryland General Assembly

A few months ago, this blog discussed the controversial Maryland Court of Appeals decision in Tracey v. Solesky, which singled out pit bulls as an "inherently dangerous" breed of dog and excluded them from Maryland's traditional "one bite…
Apr 2
Johns Hopkins University Study Finds Thousands Of Preventable Surgical Errors Occur Each Year

Johns Hopkins University Study Finds Thousands Of Preventable Surgical Errors Occur Each Year

A recently released study led by Dr. Marty Makary, an associate professor of surgery at the Johns Hopkins School of Medicine, attempts to quantify the number of instances of medical malpractice that occur each year in the United States. The…

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DC Metro Area Medical Malpractice…

DC Metro Area Medical Malpractice Law Blog

Covers medical malpractice, product liability, public health and tort reform. By Regan Zambri & Long.

http://www.dcmedmalblog.com/

May 13
Senate Drafts Bill to Regulate Compounding Pharmacie

Senate Drafts Bill to Regulate Compounding Pharmacie

Posted by Salvatore J. Zambri, founding member and partner Following the recent debates over how to regulate the compounding pharmacy business, the Health, Education, Labor and Pensions Committee of the U.S. Senate has drafted a bill…
Apr 24
Analysis of 25 Years of Paid Malpractice Claim

Analysis of 25 Years of Paid Malpractice Claim

Posted by Salvatore J. Zambri, founding member and partner A recent article published by BMJ Quality and Safety studied the diagnosis-related claims from the National Practitioner Data Bank maintained by the federal…
Apr 16
Compounding Pharmacy Report Reveals Limited Regulation

Compounding Pharmacy Report Reveals Limited Regulation

Posted by Salvatore J. Zambri, founding member and partner The push to regulate compounding pharmacies is beginning to gain more attention on the national front. According to a congressional report released on April 15, 2013, the…

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Maryland Nursing Home Lawyer Blog

Covers nursing home injuries, negligence and legislation. By Lebowitz & Mzhen.

http://www.marylandnursinghomelawyerblog.com/

May 10
Fire Drill in Nursing Home Leads to Wrongful Death Suit

Fire Drill in Nursing Home Leads to Wrongful Death Suit

An Alabama nursing home is facing a wrongful death lawsuit following a fire drill gone tragically wrong. While the circumstances surrounding the accident remain unclear, the victim in this case, a 93 year old woman, was confined to a...
May 6
Department of Health Substantiates Claims of Nursing Home Abuse & Neglect

Department of Health Substantiates Claims of Nursing Home Abuse & Neglect

The Minnesota Department of Health recently published a report on its website, stating that it had substantiated claims of neglect and abuse in at least two different nursing homes. In the first case, a disabled resident was allegedly…
Apr 26
Oklahoma Considers Hidden Camera Law to Protect Nursing Home Resident

Oklahoma Considers Hidden Camera Law to Protect Nursing Home Resident

The Oklahoma Legislature is in the midst of deciding whether to approve a measure that would allow loved ones to place hidden cameras in resident rooms in order to document potential abuse. The issue of hidden camera placement is currently...

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Maryland Criminal Attorney Blog

Covers criminal law and criminal defense in Maryland. By Silverman Thompson Slutkin White LLC.

http://www.marylandcriminalattorneyblog.com/

May 9
Are the Police Working for the Community or Against it? You decide.

Are the Police Working for the Community or Against it? You decide.

As an Experienced Criminal Defense Attorney I am very used to dealing with police tactics that some might consider to be overly aggressive. But the tactics I am seeing more and more of recently are going beyond aggressive and are, in my…
Apr 30
Two Contintental Arms Gun Range Cases Successfully resolved

Two Contintental Arms Gun Range Cases Successfully resolved

As an Aggressive Baltimore Maryland Criminal Attorney I have handled more of these Continental Arms Gun Range Cases that any other attorney that I am aware of. Last week I handled two of theses case in the Circuit Court for Baltimore County.…
Feb 26
DUI Repeate Offender is Second Not Guilty This Week in DUI Case

DUI Repeate Offender is Second Not Guilty This Week in DUI Case

As an Aggressive Baltimore Maryland DUI Attorney I have handled literally thousands of DUI cases both as a former prosecutor and as a defense attorney. I have written several times in this blog that it is extremely difficult these days to…

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Maryland DUI Attorney Blog

Covers Maryland DUI laws and penalties. By Silverman Thompson Slutkin White.

http://www.marylandduiattorneyblog.com/

May 9
Are the Police Working for the Community or Against it? You decide.

Are the Police Working for the Community or Against it? You decide.

As an Experienced Criminal Defense Attorney I am very used to dealing with police tactics that some might consider to be overly aggressive. But the tactics I am seeing more and more of recently are going beyond aggressive and are, in my…
Apr 30
Two Contintental Arms Gun Range Cases Successfully resolved

Two Contintental Arms Gun Range Cases Successfully resolved

As an Aggressive Baltimore Maryland Criminal Attorney I have handled more of these Continental Arms Gun Range Cases that any other attorney that I am aware of. Last week I handled two of theses case in the Circuit Court for Baltimore County.…
Feb 26
DUI Repeate Offender is Second Not Guilty This Week in DUI Case

DUI Repeate Offender is Second Not Guilty This Week in DUI Case

As an Aggressive Baltimore Maryland DUI Attorney I have handled literally thousands of DUI cases both as a former prosecutor and as a defense attorney. I have written several times in this blog that it is extremely difficult these days to…

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Maryland Car Accident Attorney…

Maryland Car Accident Attorney Blog

Covers Maryland news and updates on motor vehicle accidents. Published By Lebowitz & Mzhen.

http://www.marylandcaraccidentattorneyblog.com/

May 9
Maryland Junior Dies in Clinton Area Single-Vehicle Crash

Maryland Junior Dies in Clinton Area Single-Vehicle Crash

According to reports, a 17 year old Maryland high school junior died earlier this month in a single vehicle car accident in Clinton. He was allegedly driving a car he had purchased just days earlier. The young man reportedly crashed...
Apr 23
Attention Maryland Mother and Fathers: Double Check Your Child Safety Seats for Proper Installation

Attention Maryland Mother and Fathers: Double Check Your Child Safety Seats for Proper Installation

As Baltimore personal injury attorneys, we can't stress enough the importance of proper safety procedures when driving a motor vehicle on Maryland roadways. We have seen too many people, young and old, who have been seriously hurt as a…
Apr 21
Baltimore Auto Injury News: Several Marylanders Injured in Five-Car Pileup on Merritt Blvd in Dundalk

Baltimore Auto Injury News: Several Marylanders Injured in Five-Car Pileup on Merritt Blvd in Dundalk

With the number of car wrecks that happen on a daily, weekly or even monthly basis here in Maryland, is it really a wonder that more people are not hurt as a result of some kind of traffic-related accident at...

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Maryland Trucking Accident Lawyer…

Maryland Trucking Accident Lawyer Blog

Covers trucking accident news, safety issues, and legislative updates. Published By Maryland personal injury attorneys Lebowitz & Mzhen.

http://www.marylandtruckaccidentlawyerblog.com/

May 7
Elderly Maryland Woman Driving Wrong Way on Route 50 Crashes Head on into Tractor-Trailer Truck

Elderly Maryland Woman Driving Wrong Way on Route 50 Crashes Head on into Tractor-Trailer Truck

Maryland State Police are reporting that a 77 year old woman may face traffic violations after driving the wrong way and crashing head on into a tractor trailer hauling fertilizer earlier this month. Police said the woman was driving her…
Apr 23
Traffic Accident Investigation Suggests Commercial Bus Driver was at Fault in Fatal Charter Bus Crash

Traffic Accident Investigation Suggests Commercial Bus Driver was at Fault in Fatal Charter Bus Crash

School bus and charter bus accidents happen with greater frequency than most people may suspect. Here in Maryland and across the United States, the tragic results of fatal traffic collisions involving buses can many times be magnified due to…
Apr 23
Traffic Accident Investigation Suggests Commercial Bus Driver was at Fault in Fatal Charter Bus Crash

Traffic Accident Investigation Suggests Commercial Bus Driver was at Fault in Fatal Charter Bus Crash

School bus and charter bus accidents happen with greater frequency than most people may suspect. Here in Maryland and across the United States, the tragic results of fatal traffic collisions involving buses can many times be magnified due to…

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The Art of Advocacy

Covers courtroom techniques, topics include, depositions, direct examination, historic trials, professional growth, and training opportunities. By Paul Mark Sandler.

http://www.attorneyadvocacy.com/

May 6
What I learned from my boot camp for young trial lawyer

What I learned from my boot camp for young trial lawyer

As a long-time trial lawyer who has spent many years advising the next generation of trial lawyers, I was buoyed by the response to last month’s Anatomy of a Trial One-Day Boot Camp for Young Trial Lawyers. When I got back home to…
Mar 13
"Pleading Causes of Action in Maryland" gets an update

"Pleading Causes of Action in Maryland" gets an update

When Jim Archibald and I wrote Pleading Causes of Action in Maryland several years ago, our goal was to help every courtroom attorney in Maryland better analyze the strengths and weaknesses of their cases as they prepared initial pleadings in…
Jan 26
What we can still learn from Sacco and Vanzetti

What we can still learn from Sacco and Vanzetti

Nearly 100 years ago, our country experienced one of the most tragic court cases in our judicial history: that of two Italian immigrants who received death sentences following a jury trial, marked by blatant judicial bias, attorney missteps,…

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Maryland Motorcycle Accident…

Maryland Motorcycle Accident Lawyer Blog

Covers Maryland bicycle and motorcycle accidents. By Lebowitz & Mzhen.

http://www.marylandmotorcycleaccidentlawyerblog.com/

May 6
Fatal Motorcycle Crash on Route 301 Kills Two Motorcyclist

Fatal Motorcycle Crash on Route 301 Kills Two Motorcyclist

According to police and reports, two motorcyclists were killed earlier this month in an accident involving a minivan. According to Maryland State Police, the accident which occurred near the intersection of Route 301 and Short Cut Road,…
Apr 16
Bicycle Accident Could Have Ended University of Maryland Basketball Player Seth Allen's Athletic Career

Bicycle Accident Could Have Ended University of Maryland Basketball Player Seth Allen's Athletic Career

Understanding the potentially life-shattering power that a serious pedestrian or bicycle-related traffic accident can have on a person could go a long way toward altering the way people perceive traffic safety and its effect on the…
Apr 8
For Motorcycle Riders All Around Maryland, Spring Means Getting Back on the Road… Safely

For Motorcycle Riders All Around Maryland, Spring Means Getting Back on the Road… Safely

If the last several years have been any indicator, it’s that there are more and more people choosing economical transportation over more expensive passenger cars. Whether that means chucking a larger sedan or sport utility vehicle for a…

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Maryland DUI Lawyer Blog

Maryland DUI Lawyer Blog covers DUI topics such as breathalyzer and constututional issues, field sobriety tests, and DUI procedures and rights. By Maryland attorney, Bruce M. Robinson.

http://www.marylandduilawyerblog.com/

May 5
Can a passenger be arrested for DUI in Maryland

Can a passenger be arrested for DUI in Maryland

As a passenger in a drunk driving arrest, can you be arrested for DUI in Maryland? In a word, not really. You would have to do something wrong or illegal in order to be arrested; just ask Reese Witherspoon, the actor that was recently…
Apr 27
Off DUI Topic: Apple Ipad Court Presentation using Apple TV

Off DUI Topic: Apple Ipad Court Presentation using Apple TV

Just finished a successful trial in Baltimore City using Ipad/wireless/projector/screen. Case went well- back up plan was very necessary and learned some VERY important lessons for everybody! Here they are: 1. If your Ipad has 3G…
Apr 8
I did not receive a temporary license after DUI arrest in Maryland

I did not receive a temporary license after DUI arrest in Maryland

Following a DUI arrest in Maryland, the arresting police officer is supposed to do two things. If you have a Maryland driver's license, he is supposed to confiscate it and forward it to the MVA for destruction, meaning you will never get…

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Maryland DUI Lawyer Blog

Covers Maryland DUI news, updates and commentary. Published by Goldstein & Stamm, P.A.

http://www.marylandduilawyer-blog.com/

May 3
Stamm Given Fred Bennett Zealous Advocacy Award

Stamm Given Fred Bennett Zealous Advocacy Award

On May 1, 2013, Leonard Stamm was given the first annual Fred Bennett Zealous Advocacy Award by the Maryland Criminal Defense Attorney's Association (MCDAA). This award will be given annually to the member of MCDAA who best exemplifies the…
Apr 17
Supreme Court rules search warrant presumptively required before obtaining non-consensual blood draw - Missouri v. McNeely win!

Supreme Court rules search warrant presumptively required before obtaining non-consensual blood draw - Missouri v. McNeely win!

The Supreme Court today announced its opinion in Missouri v. McNeely and ruled that police in DUI investigations may not automatically avoid seeking a search warrant to obtain a blood sample where the defendant does not consent to a blood…
Jan 21
National College for DUI Defense holds Winter Session in Scottsdale, Arizona

National College for DUI Defense holds Winter Session in Scottsdale, Arizona

This past Thursday and Friday the National College for DUI Defense held its annual winter session in Scottsdale, Arizona. On Thursday, the seminar featured presentations by Robert Hirshhorn on Voir Dire Gems in DWI Cases, Leonard R. Stamm on…

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Maryland Business Litigation…

Maryland Business Litigation Lawyer Blog

Covers taxes and business law. By Silverman, Thompson, Slutkin and White.

http://www.marylandbusinesslitigationlawyerblog.com/

Apr 30
Piercing the Corporate Veil: Deleware Law

Piercing the Corporate Veil: Deleware Law

Delaware law permits a court to pierce the corporate veil of a company and hold its owners personally liable “where there is fraud or where [the corporation] is in fact a mere instrumentality or alter ego of its owner.” See, e.g.,…
Apr 30
Piercing the Corporate Veil: An Overview

Piercing the Corporate Veil: An Overview

Generally, it is the rule that a corporate director is not personally liable for the misconduct of co-directors where he or she has not participated in the misconduct. See, e.g., Seale v. Citizens Sav. & Loan Ass’n, 806 F.2d 99…
Apr 9
To File or Not to File

To File or Not to File

File your tax returns. A week from now will be too late. It can be cumbersome, stressful and certainly annoying. But it’s one of those things in life. Do it and be done with it. Some added incentives to filing:

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Maryland Accident Attorney Blog

Covers Maryland personal injury law and news. By Silverman Thompson Slutkin White.

http://www.marylandaccidentattorneyblog.com/

Apr 30
Understanding the Process of Evaluating and Negotiating Automobile Injury Claim

Understanding the Process of Evaluating and Negotiating Automobile Injury Claim

In an effort to help our clients understand the process of negotiating a personal injury claim, I have compiled the following information that I feel is important you understand once the medical bills, lost wage statements and any other…
Apr 30
What to Expect With Your Personal Injury Case

What to Expect With Your Personal Injury Case

The law firm of Silverman, Thompson, Slutkin & White takes on a limited number of plaintiff's personal injury cases each month. We limit our intake so we can provide the highest quality representation to each of our clients. To better…
Apr 22
Ellicott City Man Dies in Tough Mudder Race

Ellicott City Man Dies in Tough Mudder Race

An Ellicott City man was tragically killed this past weekend while participating in a “Tough Mudder” obstacle course. …

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Maryland Employment Lawyer Blog

Covers employment contracts, age discrimination, FMLA, sexual harassment and overtime pay issues. By Andrew M. Dansicker.

http://www.marylandemploymentlawyerblog.com/

Apr 25
We Represent Employers In Maryland Unemployment Appeals Hearing

We Represent Employers In Maryland Unemployment Appeals Hearing

In any given month, we represent numerous claimants at unemployment appeals hearings. What many are not aware of is that we also represent employers in such matters. In fact, we often receive inquiries from employers if we can represent…
Feb 27
Winning Upper Level Unemployment Appeals in Maryland

Winning Upper Level Unemployment Appeals in Maryland

In any given month, we receive a multitude of inquiries from individuals who have been denied unemployment insurance benefits and wish to file an appeal. As a result, we handle many unemployment appeals, we have developed a very strong track…
Jan 13
What To Do When Your Maryland Employer Refuses To Pay Your Bonus Or Commission

What To Do When Your Maryland Employer Refuses To Pay Your Bonus Or Commission

We've noticed over the years that, come December and January, we start to get a slew of phone calls and emails from employees who were either terminated in late December, apparently by employers who think that they can avoid paying bonuses by…

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Blog for the Law Offices of G.…

Blog for the Law Offices of G. Randolph Rice, Jr., LLC

Covers criminal and personal injury law.

http://ricelawmd.blogspot.com/

Apr 24
Criminal Defense Attorney Baltimore Maryland :: Attorney G. Randolph Rice, Jr.

Criminal Defense Attorney Baltimore Maryland :: Attorney G. Randolph Rice, Jr.

Baltimore Maryland Criminal Defense AttorneyBaltimore Maryland Criminal Defense Lawyers at the Law Offices of G. Randolph Rice, Jr., LLC, are available 24/7 to respond to your pressing criminal and traffic issues in Baltimore Maryland.Our…
Jan 5
Randolph Rice, Jr. Lawyer in Baltimore, Criminal Defense Attorney MD : Super Lawyer

Randolph Rice, Jr. Lawyer in Baltimore, Criminal Defense Attorney MD : Super Lawyer

We are proud to announce that G. Randolph Rice, Jr., has been selected:Randolph Rice, Jr. Lawyer in Baltimore, Criminal Defense Attorney MD : Super Lawyer
Jul 18
Baltimore Maryland Criminal Defense Lawyer

Baltimore Maryland Criminal Defense Lawyer

Baltimore Criminal Defense LawyerLaw Offices of G.

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Money Law Blog

Covers bankruptcy and tax law issues in DC, Maryland and Virginia. By the Law Office of Edward Gonzalez, PC.

http://www.money-lawblog.com/

Apr 12
Warning: A "Charge Off" On Your Credit Report Does NOT Mean You Don't Owe It

Warning: A "Charge Off" On Your Credit Report Does NOT Mean You Don't Owe It

It happened again this week. The client comes into the consultation smiling broadly. He just needs help with a loan modification, he argues. He doesn't have any other debts. "Look," he says, pointing at his credit report, "it's been…
Apr 8
Fixing Businesses Through Chapter 11 Bankruptcy Boosts the Economy, Says New Study

Fixing Businesses Through Chapter 11 Bankruptcy Boosts the Economy, Says New Study

Despite the image and stigma associated with bankruptcy, financial reorganization of failing businesses (and nonprofit organizations) through Chapter 11 bankruptcy is actually helping the economy by giving companies a chance to find new…
Mar 16
Bankruptcy Court -- An Alternative Way to Dispute Taxe

Bankruptcy Court -- An Alternative Way to Dispute Taxe

Bankruptcy is designed as a way for an insolvent debtor, one who cannot pay his or her creditors, to get a fresh start. Depending on the type of bankruptcy involved--Chapter 7, Chapter 11, or Chapter 13 for example--among the main functions…

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Personal Finance & Consumer…

Personal Finance & Consumer Rights Blog

Covers consumer rights. By Sonya Smith-Valentine.

http://www.valentinelegal.com/consumerlawblog

Apr 11
Debt Collectors Need to Play by the Rule

Debt Collectors Need to Play by the Rule

If you’re behind in paying your bills, you may be contacted by a debt collector — someone who regularly collects debts owed to others. This includes collection agencies, lawyers who collect debts on a regular basis, and companies…
Mar 27
Bogus Text Messages Offering Prize

Bogus Text Messages Offering Prize

If you’ve ever gotten a text message on your cell phone telling you that you’ve won a free prize, you’re not alone. During the past year, the FTC has gotten tens of thousands of complaints about unsolicited text messages.…
Mar 12
But I Never Ordered Anything…

But I Never Ordered Anything…

What if a company called you, demanding you pay for a product they said you ordered? What if they threatened you if you didn’t pay? And what if you never actually ordered that product, never even saw it, and never promised to pay for…

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Kramer's Law

Covers tort and insurance litigation in Maryland state and federal courts, as well as interesting legal news. By Kramer & Connolly.

http://www.kramerslaw.com/blog/

Apr 10
With General Assembly Inaction, Pit Bulls Remain “Inherently Dangerous”

With General Assembly Inaction, Pit Bulls Remain “Inherently Dangerous”

The Maryland General Assembly concluded its recent regular session without action on legislation to modify the Court of Appeals’ decision in Tracey v. Solesky holding that pit bulls are “inherently dangerous.”
Jan 11
Yogi Berra: A Legal Authority

Yogi Berra: A Legal Authority

“I really didn’t say everything I said.” – Yogi Berra. While such may be true, what this poet/philosopher of the baseball diamond did say is quoted widely by courts nationwide.
Dec 26
The Right to Trial by Jury in Maryland in a Civil Case: Plaintiff’s Call

The Right to Trial by Jury in Maryland in a Civil Case: Plaintiff’s Call

Maryland’s intermediate appellate court has confirmed that the amount claimed by a plaintiff is what triggers the right to a civil trial by jury, not the amount claimed by a defendant asserting a counterclaim

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Maryland Family Law

Provides general information and commentary on child custody, support, divorce and separation, and visitation. By Heather Sunderman.

http://mdfamilylaw.typepad.com/sunderman/

Apr 9
What if you need to change a court date?

What if you need to change a court date?

Once your case is in litigation, it is to some extent out of your hands. When dates are scheduled, you may or may not be able to change them depending on the reason and how far ahead of time you...
Nov 10
Tracking your spouse

Tracking your spouse

In adultery cases, it is fairly common for a spouse to attempt to gather information, either directly or through use of a private detective. I do not recommend a spouse attempted to track the other spouse themselves. It is far too easy…
Oct 8
Parenting classe

Parenting classe

In contested custody cases, the court will order that both parents attend a workshop on parenting while separated. In other counties/states, the name of the class and the specific requirements may vary, but the general focus is to help…

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Maryland Injury and Disability Law

Covers injury and disability issues. By Greenberg & Bederman, LLP.

http://www.mdinjurydisabilitylaw.com/

Apr 3
Social Security Disability Is Not Welfare

Social Security Disability Is Not Welfare

One aspect of our practice is working with some of our injured clients to help them get through the Social Security Disability Insurance process. We don’t have to do this with all of our clients. Some of our clients suffer injuries that…
Apr 3
Colonial Parking Faces Lawsuit for Serious Injury

Colonial Parking Faces Lawsuit for Serious Injury

Petula Dvorak is a columnist for the Washington Post, but not the sort of columnist that grabs national headlines or gets invited to cable talk shows. She covers Washington, DC, the place where regular people work and live, and not…
Mar 14
Senseless Teenage Accident Deaths in Ohio

Senseless Teenage Accident Deaths in Ohio

As far as car accidents go, you really can’t get much worse than this: “A car crash in Ohio this weekend killed 6 teens. The Honda Passport was carrying eight teenagers when it crashed into a guardrail just south of Warren,…

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Maryland Business Law Developments

Tracks judicial developments in Maryland business law. By the Business Law Section of the Maryland State Bar Association.

http://marylandbusinesslawdevelopments.blogspot.com/

Mar 29
Ohio Learning Centers, LLC v. Sylvan Learning, Inc. (Maryland U.S.D.C.)

Ohio Learning Centers, LLC v. Sylvan Learning, Inc. (Maryland U.S.D.C.)

Filed July 24, 2012Opinion by Judge Richard D. BennettHeld: (1) A forfeited corporation may defend against a lawsuit and file counterclaims arising out of the same subject matter as the underlying suit. (2) Courts employ a…
Mar 22
In re American Realty Capital Trust

In re American Realty Capital Trust

Filed: December 13, 2012Opinion by Judge Audrey J.S. Carrion Held: The Court entered an order staying discovery pending resolution of motions to dismiss because the requesting party failed to show it would otherwise suffer harm or…
Feb 13
Host International, Inc. v. Maryland Transportation Authority (Cir. Ct. Balto. City)

Host International, Inc. v. Maryland Transportation Authority (Cir. Ct. Balto. City)

Filed: November 5, 2012Opinion by Judge Audrey J.S. CarrionHeld: (1) The majority of Plaintiff’s claims failed because the disputed government contract was not “procurement” as defined by applicable statutes,…

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