Author Archives: Jay Butchko

Are You A Man Who Needs To Divorce A Partner Who Is Guilty Of Domestic Violence?
Although some people have a hard time believing that men can be the victims of domestic violence, the family law attorneys at the Law Office of Hasson D. Barnes understand that what happens behind closed doors in someone’s home can be very surprising. It is not unreasonable to believe domestic violence (DV) against men… Read More »

Maryland Road Rage
When a woman somehow angered another motorist on I-895 in Baltimore, he got out of his vehicle and smashed in the back window of the woman’s car. When she exited her car and tried to photograph him, he attempted to grab the phone and pushed her to the ground. It’s another serious incident of… Read More »

When Snow And Ice Lead To Accidents
Treetops glisten with a fresh layer of snow, as icicles drip, drip, drip across the city. If we could all sit inside and admire the winter through our windows while sipping hot cocoa, wouldn’t it be wonderful! Unfortunately, most of us find ourselves out in the weather, whether it’s because we have to drive… Read More »

Divorces Surge Since The Election
Since election day last November, there’s been a marked increase in enquiries into divorce across the country. It seems that couples who voted differently had such strong feelings about a spouse that supported the “wrong” candidate found it impossible to achieve or maintain a contented relationship. What’s behind the increase in divorce filings? Cutting… Read More »

When Tragedy Puts Your Marriage In Crisis
When couples go through severe stress due to tragedy, they often struggle to remain grounded and connected. It might be a natural disaster that destroys everything they own, having a child die in a horrible accident, or being diagnosed with a life-changing condition—these and other events may cause spouses to wrestle with feelings of… Read More »

Deep Fake Porn Causes Personal Injury
Whether you love artificial intelligence (AI), hate it, or are afraid of it, it’s worth acknowledging that it is here to stay. For some, the idea that many things will become easier is thrilling– reducing errors, taking over redundant tasks, making data-based predictions, rapidly analyzing data, increasing productivity while cutting costs—these are just some… Read More »

When Domestic Violence Includes Pet Abuse
If you are a pet-lover, one of your best friends and sources of comfort may be a cat, dog, or other family pet. Animal lovers know that their pets provide some of the most companionable and satisfying bonds around—why else would so many treat their pets as though they are human children? So when… Read More »

Financial Redress After A Bar Fight
Everyone loses their cool at one time or another. But high emotions combined with alcohol can be a tragic combination, as reports related to bar fights demonstrate: As a man was leaving a local Bethesda bar at 2:00 one morning, another individual struck him, and he tumbled to the ground. That’s when a third… Read More »

Will Your Credit Score Survive A Divorce?
As though divorce itself isn’t bad enough, some people discover they have an ex who has destroyed their credit rating once the final papers are signed. It could mean they no longer qualify for loans. You can avoid that fate by taking financial matters into your own hands. Organize Your Finances While it’s always… Read More »

Transitions In Shared Custody Situations
If you are finding that the kids’ transitions from one parent to another is confusing and frustrating for everyone, know that the back-and-forth can be much easier. How can parents make the transition less like a ball bouncing from house to house and more like a smooth, simple part of life that is drama-free… Read More »