When Is It Time to Hire an Attorney for Traffic Court?
When Is It Time to Hire an Attorney for Traffic Court? When the flashing blue and red lights of a police vehicle appear behind you, you may or not know why you’re being pulled over. You do know that it is your word against the law enforcement officer and that any citation could end up
Read MoreSettling An Estate? Work with a Probate Attorney for Probate Administration/Litigation Advice
It is difficult to deal with our grief when a loved one dies. Our emotional struggles may be compounded by financial and legal stress if we are responsible for overseeing their estate. Probate law in Maryland can be difficult to understand for laypeople and lawyers alike. A probate attorney from the Law Office of Blackford
Read MoreWhat to Do if You Are Experiencing Online Sexual Harassment
If you’re a woman, especially one of the millennial generation, the odds are good that you will experience some type of online harassment or digital stalking. According to a 2017 Pew Research Center survey, 21 percent of women aged 18 to 29 report being sexually harassed online. Overall, 70 percent of females believe online harassment
Read MoreWhat Do You Do When You Become a Victim of Domestic Violence?
You may have thought domestic violence would never happen to you – but it has. You’ve not only suffered physical harm, but the incident is tearing you apart emotionally. Those reactions are normal, but it’s essential that you act swiftly to protect yourself. For immediate legal advice, contact us now. Call 911 The first thing a domestic violence
Read MoreWhat is the Difference Between Criminal Defense Lawyers and Trial Lawyers?
When facing legal trouble, especially criminal charges, many people assume that all lawyers who handle criminal cases are the same. However, while criminal defense attorneys and trial lawyers both play critical roles in the justice system, they are not interchangeable. Understanding the distinction between the two is essential when selecting legal representation—especially if your case
Read MoreWhat are the Three New House/Senate Bills for Anne Arundel, Maryland?
Since news outlets usually focus on international and national matters, it’s easy for new legislation on the county level to receive less attention than it deserves. In 2016, Governor Larry Hogan signed 106 bills into law, three of which specifically affect Anne Arundel county government. Senate Bill 47 Sponsored by Senator Bryan Simonaire, R-Pasadena, Senate
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What is Bail?
If you are placed in jail, the judge will likely set a bail amount. Many people do not fully understand what bail is and how bail works. It’s common to assume that posting bail is like a “get out of jail free card.” In fact, bail is merely a financial assurance for the court that
Read MoreExpungement vs. Seal
As criminal defense attorneys, our goal is not just to defend you in court, but to ensure that your rights and criminal history are protected. If you are arrested on a criminal offense in your younger days and are now applying for a government job, it may be a bit more difficult than you might
Read MoreNew Maryland Law: Move Over Law (Emergency Vehicles & Bicycles)
Keeping up with the new Maryland laws can be difficult and confusing, so we’d like to keep you informed about the new laws that will most impact your everyday life. Oftentimes, Marylanders are arrested for laws they did not even know existed. Some are charged with penalties and fines they did not know were associated
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