DIY Legal – How to Litigate a Small Claims Case

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...

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Depositions

by Tucker Clagett | Posted in Personal Injury | Reading Time: 8 minutes

If you are reading this, and you are one of my personal injury clients, chances are your deposition has been scheduled. You and I have already talked about this. I like to send follow up to put things in writing so you can review them later if you have questions. or if you need to...

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Trial Dates

by Tucker Clagett | Posted in Personal Injury | Reading Time: 4 minutes

If you are reading this post, it is probably because we have received a trial date for your personal injury case. I usually send this link to clients after I talk to them about their trial date. I like to put things in writing so you can always refer to it later if you have...

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How to Act in Court

by Tucker Clagett | Posted in Civil Law & Consumer | Reading Time: 5 minutes

Preparing for a court date can be a lot like preparing for a job interview or a first date. You’re nervous, you don’t know what to wear, and you will be worried about saying the wrong things. It’s important to make a good impression! The fact finder (whether that is the jury or a judge)...

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Your Family Law Scheduling Conference

by Nasheia Smith | Posted in Family Law | Reading Time: 4 minutes

So you received the notice in the mail that we have a Scheduling Conference or Settlement Conference coming up. This post will explain what exactly that means, especially for Charles, St. Mary’s and Prince George’s Counties. A Settlement / Scheduling Conference is a formal meeting with the Judge or Magistrate. It is a way for...

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Preparing for Your Uncontested Divorce Hearing

by Nasheia Smith | Posted in Family Law | Reading Time: 5 minutes

There are some family law cases that are not contested. This means the parties are able to address the issues and come to an arrangement or an agreement that works for both of them. These cases are said to be “uncontested.” However, you still have to present evidence at a hearing. The court cannot just...

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