Recent Blog Posts
Children And Domestic Violence
For adults who suffer through episodes of domestic violence, the harrowing effects are indisputable. But the harm certainly does not end there. There is no debate on this topic; domestic violence has a negative effect on children, with outcomes ranging from low self-esteem to PTSD, sleep disorders, and eating disorders. Specific Impacts The indisputable… Read More »
Wrongful Death: TikTok
She was a happy little girl—active, healthy, and extremely intelligent. Nylah spoke three languages at just 10 years old. But that was before she fell prey to the deadly TikTok Blackout Challenge. Ridiculous Challenges on TikTok Parents are frightened. All kinds of dangerous challenges have popped up on TikTok in recent years, and children… Read More »
Is A Postnuptial Agreement Right For You?
Life changes—we all know that. No one plans on getting a divorce when they’re courting or during the newlywed stage. Many people scoff at the idea of a prenuptial agreement on the grounds that they will never, ever get a divorce. And hopefully they’re right. But about half of couples who wed will eventually… Read More »
Personal Injury: The Depp Defamation Suit
The world couldn’t take its collective eyes off the case: Johnny Depp was suing ex-wife Amber Heard for defamation after Heard implicated Depp in an article she published about domestic violence. While Heard’s focus was on an unnamed abuser, it didn’t take much to connect the dots and conclude that Depp was the person… Read More »
Gestational Surrogacy In Maryland
If you have dreamed of becoming a parent but have found traditional methods unsuccessful, you should know that there are viable alternatives worth considering. Besides traditional adoptions, which are available through a variety of pathways, having a child with one or both—or even neither parents’ DNA is definitely a possibility thanks to modern science…. Read More »
Wrongful Death Lawsuit After Impaired Driving Fatality
What’s worse than having your car break down on the highway? 34-year-old Juan Rivera found out when a mechanical problem sent him to the shoulder of I-695 one evening. As he stepped out of his vehicle to inspect the problem, a Toyota Tacoma smashed into his disabled vehicle, killing Rivera. The driver of the… Read More »
How To Pursue Changes To A Parenting Plan In Maryland
If you’ve been divorced for any period of time, chances are life has changed since the time the custody agreement was initially written. If you’ve been considering requesting changes to that agreement, you should know that while it is possible, it will take some time, energy, and a form or two!. The Court’s Focus … Read More »
The Dangers Of Drowsy Driving
We’ve all been there: just a few miles from our destination, the fatigue slips in as eyelids grow heavy and the thought of collapsing into bed is irresistible. So close…maybe fresh air would help? Louder music on the radio? Another gulp of cold, stale coffee? Is it worth it to push through the fatigue… Read More »
Can Visitation Be Denied If Child Support Isn’t Coming In?
Your divorce is finally behind you, but the drama sure isn’t! Despite all the wrangling over who-gets-what and the emotionally exhausting negotiations you went through as you developed a custody and visitation plan and came to an agreement as to child support payments, now that the divorce is final it’s been a long time… Read More »
The Problem With Bounce Houses
Who wouldn’t want to play in a bounce house? They’re colorful, full of happy kids, and give youngsters the kind of active play so many parents fear has otherwise been replaced with screen time. But parents should be advised: the perception that bounce houses are safe is 100 percent false. That’s according to a… Read More »
