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...
by Tucker Clagett | Posted in Workers' Compensation | Reading Time: 9 minutes
This article explains what happens at a Maryland Workers Compensation Commission Hearing, and how you can prepare for it. We have discussed this, but I like to put things in writing so you have a refresher you can refer to later. Prepare for a Maryland Workers’ Compensation Commission hearing by understanding the process and reviewing...
by Tucker Clagett | Posted in Workers' Compensation | Reading Time: 5 minutes
One of the (many) confusing things about workers’ comp comes up when you go back to work part time because your injury keeps you from working full time. You are losing money because of the injury, so you should be compensated, but you cannot get paid the same as when you were totally off work....
by Nasheia Smith | Posted in Legal-ease Blog | Reading Time: 4 minutes
Your Child is Now an Adult, Whether You Like It or Not Parents don’t think about this, but a college bound senior is leaving the nest legally as well as physically. When your child turns 18, they are adults in the legal sense of the word. Suddenly, they have legal rights of their own. That...
by Tucker Clagett | Posted in Personal Injury | Reading Time: 6 minutes
It’s not uncommon to feel fine immediately after a car accident. Adrenaline can mask symptoms, and some injuries take time to appear. But in the hours or even days that follow, persistent pain or discomfort can be signs of more serious injuries after a car accident. Here at Southern Maryland Law, we have helped countless...
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