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10/31/2025

https://www.msba.org/site/site/content/News-and-Publications/News/General-News/New-Maryland-Laws-Effective-October-1-2025.aspx?fbclid=IwY2xjawNx3RJleHRuA2FlbQIxMQABHrnVrz7a5UQiwf1-jrBKKjxnmLNwoLdR4P95098rbPtu-9es3kb4m0AH7eoW_aem_p6khrHBMJ9uhHgcMqu43pw

On October 1, 2025, numerous laws passed during the Maryland General Assembly’s 2025 session will go into effect.

04/03/2025

One issue I often see in auto accident cases are clients who have the minimum PIP (personal injury protection) coverage on their automobile insurance policies, or much worse than that, waiving it. Increasing the coverage (often at minimum cost) can greatly benefit you if you are injured in an accident.

01/29/2025

https://marylandmatters.org/2025/01/20/disabilities-community-distressed-scared-by-proposed-200-million-cut-to-state-services/

Advocates are reeling at recent proposals to cut $200 million from a state agency that administers resources for people with developmental disabilities -- cuts that advocates call inhumane and harmful for the people who need those services.

08/06/2024

https://marylandmatters.org/2024/08/05/judge-says-state-cannot-bar-gun-owners-from-carrying-in-bars-near-demonstrations/?fbclid=IwY2xjawEfEoZleHRuA2FlbQIxMQABHfxtpIrMksUI1ZzNmuW9JUHWEDPm6D7JnA4NZv8Nqo-8wvbbJe4is2CQ7g_aem_nM0FvYH8RRKnFPya4ByUmQ

A federal judge ruled that those with a permit to carry a firearm can do so in Maryland, but only in certain places.

07/23/2024

Thank you for everyone who voted for me. I very much appreciate it.

07/16/2024

Did you know: If you die without a will in Maryland, your spouse may not receive the entirety of your estate. There are many factors such as how your property is titled and whether you have minor or adult children that will determine who gets what. Don't wait until it's too late. Give me a call to discuss your options.

06/17/2024

https://www.wbaltv.com/article/ma*****na-pardons-maryland-governor-wes-moore/61131395

Maryland Gov. Wes Moore is planning to pardon more than 175,000 ma*****na convictions on Monday, the governor's office announced early Monday morning.

05/29/2024

https://youtu.be/8aWwMKOfFVo?si=sftj5Y9IHbNfCdKi

While court is always interesting, don't be this guy.

The man went before Judge Cedric Simpson at Washtenaw County’s 14A District Court on May 15, charged with driving without a license. Upon joining via Zoom, t...

05/21/2024

https://www.wboc.com/news/supreme-court-declines-to-hear-challenge-to-maryland-assault-weapons-ban/article_f58f2148-16e6-11ef-881e-7b4a8560060e.html

The U.S. Supreme Court has decided not to hear arguments in relation to Maryland’s assault weapons ban, leaving the ban in effect while lower courts weigh the policy’s fate.

05/16/2024

https://www.wboc.com/news/license-free-fishing-days-announced-in-maryland/article_fd904180-1225-11ef-a81f-bbc78160ff72.html -source=block-contextual-fallback

The Maryland Department of Natural Resources announced they are offering license-free fishing days for all state residents and visitors throughout this summer.

08/04/2023

August is National Make a Will Month. Make sure you review your will to determine if any updates or changes are needed. If you've never had your will prepared, give me a call today.

August is “National Make a Will Month.” It’s the perfect time to be reminded of the importance of drafting or updating your will.

02/01/2022

What does a "pendente lite" order entail for co-parents?

What can parents do to help the changing family?