What to Expect in Probate Court
The concept of probate court can be daunting. When a person passes away, probate court is often a necessary part of allocating and distributing their assets. However, this process can be complicated and can often trigger emotional responses in family and friends. If you have recently lost a loved one, you are probably dealing with
Read MoreWhat is Medical Power of Attorney?
It’s important to account and plan for the possibility that you might need someone to make decisions regarding your health in the future. This is typically part of estate planning. A probate lawyer can help you draft and sign the necessary documents to ensure the right person is legally responsible should something happen to you.
Read MoreAn Estate Planning Checklist
Planning your estate can be complicated and confusing. There are so many factors to consider and lots of legal steps that must be taken to ensure your will divides your assets as you intend. Planning your estate is the best way to guarantee your loved ones are taken care of in the event of your
Read MoreHow to Choose a Probate Attorney
In most cases, going through the probate process is necessary when a loved one passes away. In fact, Maryland state law requires most estates to go through the probate process to ensure stipulations of the last will and testament are honored and the estate is handled appropriately. It’s not required to have a probate attorney
Read MoreA Guide to Maryland Probate Court
When someone passes away, the process of administering their estate is called probate. This is a court-supervised process that involves organizing the deceased’s money, assets, and possessions, and distributing them properly as inheritance (after paying taxes and debts). If the person left a will, it will name an executor of the estate who will help
Read MoreConsiderations for Choosing an Executor
Choosing an executor for your will is a major decision. Your executor is tasked with ensuring your hard-earned assets, personal belongings, and other valuables will be distributed to the people you choose. Acting as the executor of an estate can require a lot of time and energy. The process of settling an estate can sometimes
Read MoreIs Maryland’s Legal System Winning the Fight Against Uninsured Drivers?
A 2021 study by the Insurance Research Council revealed that one in eight drivers lack car insurance, even though all but two states mandate that drivers have car insurance. The 12.6% of uninsured motorists are of particular concern for drivers and officials in Maryland. That’s because the state is consistently one of the states with
Read MoreA Guide to Your Rights When You’ve Been Arrested for DUI
DUI is one of the most common crimes in the United States. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, about 1.5 million people are arrested each year for driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs. Despite how common DUI convictions are, it is a serious crime that can have a major impact on
Read MoreMy Family Member is Suffering from Drugs and Alcohol – Should I Call My Drug Defense Lawyer?
My Family Member is Suffering from Drugs and Alcohol – Should I Call My Drug Defense Lawyer? When a family member suffers from drug or alcohol abuse, the entire family is affected. In 2017, 1,985 people died from overdose deaths in Maryland. That is a rate of 32.2 deaths per 100,000 persons, as per the
Read MoreWhen 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
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