by Nasheia Smith | Posted in Legal-ease Blog | Reading Time: 5 minutes
If you have minor children and get your will done, you will need to name a guardian. In this post we will explain everything you need to know about guardians, and give you advice on how to pick one. A last will and testament provides for the disposition of all of your property. Often, that...
by Nasheia Smith | Posted in Legal-ease Blog | Reading Time: 6 minutes
Everyone knows that they need a will, often called a last will and testament. Yes. You do need one. Read our free legal guide to wills in Maryland to find out why. But what else do you need? Well, you probably need a Durable Power of Attorney. Read more about what that is, and why...
by Tucker Clagett | Posted in Civil Law & Consumer | Reading Time: 22 minutes
Sometimes you need to go to court, but it just isn’t worth the money to hire a lawyer. If the lawyer’s fee would equal any recovery you get from the case, then why do it? That is why the judicial system created Small Claims Court. A non-lawyer should be able to get their day in...
by Nasheia Smith | Posted in Wills & Estates | Reading Time: 5 minutes
Deciding it is time to get your Will done can be scary and stressful. It is way too easy to put it off for another day. We are estate planning attorneys in Waldorf, Maryland. We want to eliminate the stress and reduce the fear you may feel when thinking about getting your last will and...
by Tucker Clagett | Posted in Legal-ease Blog | Reading Time: 3 minutes
If you are injured at work in Maryland, you need to take several steps to make sure you secure your rights under the workers’ compensation law of Maryland. This is a good road map. But remember, a consultation is free, and having an experienced workers’ compensation lawyer can be invaluable, so don’t hesitate to contact...
by Nasheia Smith | Posted in Wills & Estates | Reading Time: 8 minutes
Got an Advanced Medical Directive, also called a living will? We are estate planning attorneys in Waldorf, Maryland. We want you to have your estate planning documents in order. What would happen to you if you had a major medical emergency, and you were in a coma or vegetative state? Unless you have already taken...
by Nasheia Smith | Posted in Wills & Estates | Reading Time: 6 minutes
What would happen if you were suddenly disabled and could not make your own decisions regarding your financial affairs? We are estate planning attorneys in Waldorf, Maryland. We want you to have your estate planning documents in order. When someone comes to us for a will, we usually explain why they also need a durable power of attorney....
by Tucker Clagett | Posted in Personal Injury | Reading Time: 6 minutes
If you’ve been told your car accident claim is going to court, you may feel confused or overwhelmed. Most people assume these cases settle quickly with the insurance company. So when your case doesn’t, it’s natural to ask, Why is my car accident claim going to court? And just as importantly, What happens when a...
by Tucker Clagett | Posted in Personal Injury | Reading Time: 5 minutes
In the aftermath of a death caused by someone else’s actions, families often find themselves trying to make sense of unfamiliar legal territory. One of the most common questions we hear in this situation is: How long do I have to file a wrongful death claim in Maryland? Nobody wants to be rushed into this....
by Tucker Clagett | Posted in Personal Injury | Reading Time: 4 minutes
If you were injured in a collision with a commercial truck, your first concern is likely your recovery. But as the dust settles, you may ask a critical legal question: Can you sue a trucking company for a truck accident? Depending on the facts, the answer is generally yes. At Southern Maryland Law, our Maryland...
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