Schlachman, Belsky, Weiner, & Davey, P.A.

03/20/2026

Schlachman, Belsky, Weiner & Davey, P.A. has filed a civil lawsuit against Cogir of Potomac, Cogir Senior Living USA, and a medication technician employed at the facility in connection with the tragic event that occurred on February 14, 2026 that resulted in the death of a resident and profound harm to his longtime partner. As part of our ongoing investigation, our firm is actively seeking current or former residents, employees, and families who may have experienced or witnessed abuse, neglect, or unsafe conditions at Cogir of Potomac.

Schlachman, Belsky, Weiner & Davey, P.A. has filed a civil lawsuit on behalf of Linda Buttrick following the February 14, 2026 shooting death of her

02/13/2026

Congratulations to Sarah Smith and Andrew Siske who both obtained $1.5 Million verdicts in two Child Victims Act cases in the past month.

02/09/2026

SBWD Update: On Friday, attorney Michael Belksy spoke at a symposium at the University of Baltimore School of Law on voir dire and a pilot program to expand voir dire. Michael discussed efforts to increase attorney-driven questioning of prospective jurors, implications for trial strategy, and practical approaches for implementing expanded jury questioning.

11/12/2025

We were proud to have attorney Michael Belsky represent SBWD at the National Crime Victim Association’s 40th Anniversary Gala at the National Press Club in Washington, D.C., this past Saturday evening. It was an honor to join in celebrating 40 years of advocacy and support for crime victims nationwide.

10/29/2025

We were thrilled to sponsor the Walters Art Museum Annual Gala and Party this past weekend! It was a record-breaking fundraising year and a completely sold-out event — an incredible celebration of art, community, and generosity.

A special shoutout to Catherine Dickinson, who has proudly served on the planning committee for nearly ten years!

Congratulations to everyone who made this unforgettable evening such a success!

09/19/2025

At SBWD, our team of highly skilled lawyers are not only ensuring our clients get the representation they deserve, but that we're connecting to our local community.

This week, attorney Jacob Dorfman attended the Bar Association of Baltimore City's Young Lawyers Division happy hour event alongside other standout leaders in our industry.

The Young Lawyers' Division is a group within the Bar Association of Baltimore City focused on supporting attorneys in the early stages of their careers through networking, professional development, and community involvement.

09/04/2025

Schlachman, Belsky, Weiner & Davey, P.A. is representing multiple plaintiffs in negligence lawsuits against Mount St. Mary’s University involving serious allegations of sexual assault and claims of institutional failures to protect students. Our firm remains dedicated to advocating for survivors and holding institutions accountable.

Ensuring the safety of students should be a university’s top priority, which is why it’s extremely disappointing when instances of negligence or misconduct

08/21/2025

We’re proud to celebrate our very own Sarah Smith on being named to The Daily Record’s Leading Women Under 40, 2025!

Sarah’s dedication, excellence, and commitment to clients continue to raise the bar for our team and the legal community.

Congratulations, Sarah — this recognition is well deserved!
https://www.sbwlaw.com/blog/honoring-excellence-sarah-l-smith-named-one-of-marylands-top-female-leaders-in-2025/

07/02/2025

At SBWD Law, leadership is more than a title—it’s about driving positive change for our clients and our community.

We’re proud to announce new Managing Partners and a new Chair of Medical Malpractice Litigation, marking an exciting step forward for the firm.

These leaders bring incredible experience and dedication to their roles, and we’re excited for what the future holds.

Meet the attorneys leading the way on our website: https://www.sbwlaw.com/blog/sbwd-law-names-new-managing-partners-and-new-chair-of-medical-malpractice-litigation/

03/18/2025

While many individuals are turning to AI for research, tutorials, and other holistic means, there has also been a steep rise in cyber crimes, trafficking, and the coercion of minors.

Discover how predators are misusing AI technology to impersonate trusted figures and target minors, posing a grave threat. Learn the legal implications and how to protect children from AI-driven exploitation.

10/02/2024

SBWD Law Partner Roanne Handler named to the 2024 The Daily Record Power List for Family Law.

Listen to this article Partner, Schlachman, Belsky, Weiner & Davey Roanne Handler, a partner at Schlachman, Belsky, Weiner & Davey, has practiced family law exclusively since 1990. Handler joined SBWD […]