You’ve certainly heard of the dangers of distracted driving. Distracted walking is the pedestrian version. You might stroll down a busy city sidewalk, paying attention to your surroundings, when you are knocked over and injured by a distracted pedestrian. It’s a growing problem. While distracted walking has always existed, in the past it was a […]
In October, many of the provisions of the Justice Reinvestment Act (JRA) take effect. This extensive revision of Maryland criminal law means that certain mandatory minimum drug sentences may qualify for a retroactive reduction. The JRA “eliminates mandatory minimums for controlled dangerous substances felonies.” It also permits felony drug offenders – although not those considered […]
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Maryland is one of just two states imposing both an estate and inheritance tax. The other is nearby New Jersey. You do not have to worry about the latter tax if you inherit money from your spouse, parents, grandparents, siblings, or step parents. Property left to charity is also not subject to inheritance tax. However, […]
The Justice Reinvestment Act recently passed in Maryland with the objective of making substantial reforms to the state’s criminal justice system. One of the key themes of this Act is its prioritizing punishment and sentences for inmates based on the nature of the violence in their crimes. The purpose of this Act was to streamline […]
Share this Image On Your Site <p><strong>Please include attribution to Blackford Flohr with this graphic.</strong></p><br /><br /><br /> <p><a href=’http://bflawmd.com/’><img src=’http://bflawmd.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/12/Drug-Possession-Statistics-Infographic-853×1024.jpg’ alt=’Drug Possession Statistics’ width=’853px’ border=’0′ /></a></p><br /><br /><br /> <p> Drug possession has become one of the largest crimes in the United States and is a small portion of the parent category: drug […]
When you or a loved one are facing charges, the first question on your mind may be, “How much jail time will I have to serve?” Unfortunately, it changes from violation to violation and is often different based on your state. Each crime, whether misdemeanor or felony, may carry a prison term. Violations have a […]
Civil rights are a hot button topic in the American political realm. For those who know about police procedures, racial profiling is strongly denied. No one is pulled over or stopped unless they are doing wrong. However, the dirty little secret among some police officers is that profiling is very common, especially in a situation […]
The death penalty in Maryland has changed significantly since the first person was executed in 1773, especially in the past 50 years. As of 2013, Maryland has repealed the death penalty and the harshest sentence in the state is now life without the possibility of parole. The repeal of the death penalty also led to […]
No one likes to think that their doctor or hospital can make a mistake. However, those in the medical profession are only human, and mistakes do happen. Sometimes, these mistakes can lead to serious pain, disability, and even death. If you or a loved one suffered from a potential mistake made in your medical care, […]
Hiring the right lawyer is crucial to the success of your case. Without the proper research, you could end up with a lost case and a significantly smaller bank account. If you need a lawyer, there are 5 things you need to know: 1. Specialties Most lawyers have at least one specialty. Depending on […]