DeNobile Law

06/30/2020

The new normal is...really weird.

06/26/2020

Este mensaje se repetirá en español a continuación.

Please see the following link about a common bail scam. In our experience, at least in Maryland, the arrested individual will make their own phone calls. It is rare that an attorney calls for them. However, one way to protect yourself is to never turn over money to someone you do not know. In Maryland, all bails are paid at either the 24 hour Commissioner's Stations in each county or the Courthouse. To be safe, you should always pay a bond yourself in person or have a bondsman do it for you. Never turn money over to someone you do not have a written contract with.

Consulte el siguiente enlace sobre una estafa de fianza común. Según nuestra experiencia, al menos en Maryland, el individuo arrestado hará sus propias llamadas telefónicas. Es raro que un abogado los llame. Sin embargo, una forma de protegerse es nunca entregar dinero a alguien que no conoce. En Maryland, todas las fianzas se pagan en las Estaciones del Comisionado las 24 horas en cada condado o en el Palacio de Justicia. Para estar seguro, siempre debe pagar una fianza en persona o pedirle a un fiador que lo haga por usted. Nunca entregue dinero a alguien con quien no tiene un contrato escrito.

Grandparent Scam:
The Grandparent is back. The scammer calls an elderly victim stating they are the “lawyer” for the victim’s “grandchild” who is in need of bail money. The “lawyer” then puts the “grandchild” on the phone. The “grandchild’s” voice is often distorted because of a “cold” so they don’t sound like him/herself. The “grandchild” will often ask that you “don’t tell dad and mom”. The grandparent is instructed to withdraw large sums of money which will be picked up by the “lawyer”. The victim is even instructed by the scammer on what to say if questioned about such a large withdrawal at the bank.

How to protect yourself:
• Stay calm, resist the urge to act quickly.
• Do not respond with your grandchild’s name.
• Instead respond with “which one?”
• Try to contact your grandchild or their parent to determine if the call is legitimate.
• Use a phone number you know is genuine, not one they gave you.
• A lawyer won’t tell you to keep this secret or coach you on what to tell the bank.
• Do not rely on your caller ID to verify who is calling, numbers can be spoofed.
• Hang up the phone.
• Call the police.

06/01/2020

If you are arrested during a protest and charged in Maryland State or Federal court, please contact us regarding providing you with pro bono representation at 301-531-4226.

Si lo arrestan por protestar y se lo acusa en un tribunal estatal o federal de Maryland, llame a nuestra oficina con respecto a la representación pro bono a 301-531-4226.

04/16/2020

It’s lonely in our deserted building, so since I’m doing continuing education to get certified in collaborative law I “snuck” in some friends. That should give you an idea how empty our building is because as a Saint Bernard, Gretel, doesn’t sneak anywhere!

03/17/2020

Este mensaje se repetirá en español a continuación, haga clic en "ver más" para ver el texto completo.

Tonight Governor Hogan issued an executive order forbidding the eviction of those who could show a reduction in income due to COVID-19 or diagnosis with COVID-19, this is especially important in light of the decision earlier to close Maryland’s bars, gyms, theaters, and other facilities. If you are affected and anticipate trouble paying your rent, please speak with your landlord as soon as possible. If your landlord still moves to take legal action against you, please call us at 301-531-4226.

Esta noche, el gobernador Hogan emitió una orden ejecutiva que prohibía el desalojo de aquellos que pudieran mostrar una reducción en los ingresos debido a COVID-19 o un diagnóstico con COVID-19, esto es especialmente importante a la luz de la decisión anterior de cerrar los bares, gimnasios y teatros de Maryland, y otras instalaciones. Si se ve afectado y anticipa problemas para pagar el alquiler, hable con su arrendador lo antes posible. Si su arrendador aún se muda para emprender acciones legales contra usted, llámenos al 301-531-4226.

03/15/2020

Este mensaje se publica en inglés y español, haga clic en "ver más" a continuación si necesita leer esta publicación en español.

Due to increasing concerns about COVID-19, we are waiving our existing cancellation policy on consultations and client meetings until further notice. This means if you feel sick or ill and need to cancel your appointment, please due so and we will waive your cancellation fee.

We also want to remind all of our clients we offer virtual meetings via video conferencing or via phone. We encourage any new or current clients who wish to take advantage of this to do so. If you feel uncomfortable coming to the office, please let us know and we will find a solution that works for you.

Finally, the outbreak will be affecting some court cases in the coming weeks and we will touch base with all existing clients shortly to let you know if your case is affected.

Thank you, stay healthy and safe, and please feel free to reach out with any concerns.

Kate

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Debido a las crecientes preocupaciones sobre COVID-19, estamos renunciando a nuestra política de cancelación existente sobre consultas y reuniones de clientes hasta nuevo aviso. Esto significa que si se siente enfermo o enfermo y necesita cancelar su cita, debe hacerlo y renunciaremos a su tarifa de cancelación.

También queremos recordar a todos nuestros clientes que ofrecemos reuniones virtuales por videoconferencia o por teléfono. Alentamos a cualquier cliente nuevo o actual que desee aprovechar esto para que lo haga. Si se siente incómodo al venir a la oficina, avísenos y encontraremos una solución que funcione para usted.

Finalmente, el brote afectará algunos casos judiciales en las próximas semanas y en breve nos comunicaremos con todos los clientes existentes para informarle si su caso se ve afectado.

Gracias, manténgase saludable y seguro, y no dude en comunicarse con cualquier inquietud.

Kate

10/29/2019

Very simple, because there are statutes in place that say as a landlord you must document actual damages to the property in order to keep a tenant’s deposit. These statutes also outline the procedure for how a deposit must be accounted for. Failure to comply with this statute can result in treble damages against the landlord as well as the award of attorney’s fees.

If you have questions about your security deposit, call us at 301-531-4226

07/18/2019

When you’re working late but Office Dog is vicious predator 😂😂

07/12/2019

That feeling you get when the sky is blue and your client gets full legal and physical custody of her granddaughter!

07/11/2019

Today we were able to get a client's entire security deposit and costs of her case reimbursed. If you have an issue with the return of your security deposit, call our office at 301-531-4226