by Tucker Clagett | Posted in Civil Law & Consumer | Reading Time: 2 minutes
July 1 is when a lot of new Maryland laws take effect. These are the new laws passed by the General Assembly, and signed into law, in the 2025 legislative session. There are a lot of them, but most of the new laws establish commissions or departments or studies. Only a few of the new...
by Tucker Clagett | Posted in Personal Injury | Reading Time: 4 minutes
Determining whether to move forward with a medical malpractice case typically starts with one question: Can you prove it? This involves more than showing that something went wrong. Proving medical malpractice requires demonstrating that a provider made a serious error, caused real harm, and violated the standard of care Maryland law requires. In this article,...
by Tucker Clagett | Posted in Personal Injury | Reading Time: 6 minutes
Maryland’s auto accident laws are some of the toughest in the country, and they could jeopardize your ability to recover damages, even if the other driver was clearly at fault. If a crash injures you or a loved one, the law determines whether you can pursue a claim, identifies who holds legal responsibility, and impacts...
by Kathryn Lawryszek | Posted in Family Law | Reading Time: 6 minutes
I know we are being bummers, but now – right before the busy marriage season starts – is a good time to bring up this tough topic. Nobody likes to think of divorce before a marriage. But face facts – 50% of marriages end up that way. It is a realistic possibility for anyone. So....
by Nasheia Smith | Posted in Wills & Estates | Reading Time: 4 minutes
Of all the mistakes you can make with your will & estate planning documents, there is one that is easiest to avoid. Don’t lose them! If a loved one of yours suddenly died, would you know where to find their estate planning documents? Would someone else know where to find your estate planning documents? Remember,...
by Dave Gormley | Posted in What's New With Us | Reading Time: 2 minutes
If we would all start wishing each other a Happy Independence Day we could move this holiday to the first Friday in July. With the 4th of July falling on a Friday, this year is a perfect example of why it would be better to celebrate Independence Day on a Friday. After all, Independence Day...
by Tucker Clagett | Posted in Personal Injury | Reading Time: 6 minutes
Your primary concern after suffering any sort of personal injury in Waldorf, Maryland should be getting quality medical care and getting well. Believe it or not, this can actually be fairly difficult – at least paying for it all can be. Why? Because our health insurance system, and the laws governing it, are a hot...
by Tucker Clagett | Posted in Personal Injury | Reading Time: 4 minutes
Prescription medications are meant to help us heal, but when something goes wrong, the results can have the opposite effect. A simple mistake in prescribing, filling, or administering medication can lead to severe health consequences, extended hospital stays, or even death. If you or a loved one suffered harm due to a medication mix-up, you...
by Tucker Clagett | Posted in Personal Injury | Reading Time: 4 minutes
A motorcycle crash is always traumatic. But when the other driver flees the scene, the situation becomes even more overwhelming. You may be left injured, shocked, and unsure of what to do next. If you have been involved in a hit and run motorcycle accident in Maryland, there are still options for pursuing compensation. At...
by Tucker Clagett | Posted in Personal Injury | Reading Time: 4 minutes
If you are injured in an accident in Maryland and plan to file an insurance claim, collecting the right documentation is essential. It is not enough to simply say you were hurt. Insurance companies are businesses whose goal is to reduce or deny claims whenever possible. You must build a strong, well-supported case to secure...
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