During a divorce, Maryland courts strive to craft custody arrangements that allow children to spend sufficient time and build healthy relationships with both parents. However, children may need protection if one parent abuses drugs or alcohol. The co-parent may need...
Even though your marriage is clearly heading for an inevitable divorce, neither you nor your soon-to-be ex-spouse is ready to move out of the home you share. If the two of you are civil, living together until your divorce concludes might not be a bad idea. This is...
Rear-end collisions are very common, though many are little more than minor bumper taps. If a large truck or fast-moving vehicle crashes into your car with great force, however, the damage dealt to you and your passengers can be truly severe. It is important to be...
Most of the cars, trucks and SUVs on the road today are full of impressive safety features. Yet, car accidents remain one of the more common causes of serious injury in the U.S. In fact, according to the National Safety Council, doctors evaluate and treat roughly 4.8...
During divorce, community assets typically get divided in accordance with what the law finds equal or equitable, depending on the state the divorce happens in. But how does the court determine which properties count as community properties? Separate and community...
Circumstances can change drastically after some time in a marriage. A couple may sign a prenuptial agreement, not expecting significant growth in wealth or a change in who becomes the breadwinner. At the time of divorce, a mate may question the validity or fairness of...
Custody is complex not only because it is an emotional issue for most parents but also because custody choices during an initial divorce typically set the groundwork for future decisions. In the simplest terms possible: parents could have the option to prevent future...
Adultery is a common reason that couples file for divorce. However, in many states, it is not a separate legal ground for it. This is not true in Maryland. How does adultery affect divorce in the state? No-fault versus fault-based grounds Couples who have been living...
When deciding on a custody case, the court looks out for the child’s best interest. While this would normally include involvement from both parents, if there is a question concerning one individual’s ability to parent, the court could deny custody or visitation by...
During a divorce, you and your spouse are both expected to disclose all of your assets in total. After you file your divorce petition, a legal discovery process begins almost right away. The legal team of each party could also request additional documents that will...
