What 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 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
Read MoreWhat is the Process for Sentence Modification in Maryland?
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
Read MoreWhat Happens When a Probation Violation Occurs in Maryland?
When a convicted person receives probation, they must adhere to the conditions imposed by the judge. Failure to do so can result in a violation. This could mean serving the jail time probation allowed them to avoid. Anyone charged with a probation violation needs an experienced probation lawyer. Common Probation Conditions The conditions placed on probation
Read MoreUnderstanding Probate Attorney Fees in Maryland: What Personal Representatives Need to Know
What happens to the soul after death may remain a mystery—but what happens to a person’s assets and property is well defined by law. In Maryland, when someone passes away, their belongings titled solely in their name become their estate. The distribution of that estate follows the instructions left behind in the person’s will, which
Read MoreWhat Happens if You Die Without a Will in Maryland?
No one wants to think about his or her own death, but it’s a fact of life. You’ve worked hard all of your life and want your assets to go to your loved ones. If you don’t have a will, the state of Maryland decides who gets your worldly goods. That may not match your
Read MoreArrest Process and Release
If you are arrested by the police, then you will go through what is known as the arrest process. These are the steps in which police officers take before, during, and after placing you under arrest. Sometimes steps are skipped or performed incorrectly, which may be the basis of a legal challenge to suppress evidence in
Read More9 Questions to Ask Your Lawyer
If you are injured and need the help of a personal injury lawyer, you should take some time and make sure the firm you’re hiring will meet your needs. Before hiring any lawyer (including a Maryland personal injury lawyer), it’s important to gather some important information about them and their work: their work ethic and
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