Recent Blog Posts
Divorce And Social Security
Are you a senior who’s considering divorce, but who is concerned about how you’ll make ends meet? If so, there may be good news for you from the Social Security Administration. There are, in fact, nearly 700,000 Americans currently enjoying these benefits, primarily, though not exclusively, women. Collect a Benefit Nearly half of people… Read More »
Intersection Crashes
Another family had to be notified that they’d lost a loved one in an intersection crash in Lusby, Maryland. This time the victim was 60-year-old Denise Chaconas-Brown, who’d been attempting a left turn when a collision with a southbound driver who suffered serious injuries of her own. It was one more avoidable tragedy occurring… Read More »
Divorce: Getting It Right
Sure, divorce can be stressful, but the fact is, some people make things more difficult than it needs to be. So before you take it on, consider the following dos and don’ts: Do hire a local lawyer to represent your interests: Things will work out better if both you and your spouse have your… Read More »
Car/Building Collisions
A Baltimore building literally crumbled, killing an innocent pedestrian, after the driver of a stolen vehicle smashed into it. In an unrelated incident, a bus that was avoiding a collision with another vehicle smashed into a building, leading to injuries for no less than sixteen people in Baltimore. How Common is This Sort of… Read More »
Misdiagnosis: The Human Cost
People go to the doctor with an ailment, hoping to find relief from symptoms that are troubling, even frightening. But all too often symptoms are misdiagnosed or diagnosed too late to save a patient’s life. Tragically, disability and death are the all-too-common result of an improper diagnosis. The Startling Facts It happens more than… Read More »
Rich And Famous Divorce
Celebrity couples are oh-so-enviable! Their weddings are often extravagant, glitzy affairs, and then they go on to live in marvelous houses, take lavish vacations, wear expensive designer clothes, and experience every benefit one could imagine. So why then, do so many celebrity marriages wind up on the rocks? What’s Behind the Unhappiness? Even though… Read More »
Parents With Disabilities And The Fight For Custody In Divorce
There’s no one on the planet who adores and cherishes your kids more than you do. Every day, you conspire to build their confidence and nurture them to become good, productive, caring little human beings. But as you face the prospect of divorce, your soon-to-be ex wants full custody, and is focusing on the… Read More »
Pedestrian Accidents
Over 6,600 pedestrians were killed in traffic accidents across the country in 2020. 131 of those were right here in Maryland. Sadly, the trend is moving up year to year, with an increase of over 50 percent in the decade from 2010-2020. Alcohol Related Accidents While many factors play into any kind of accident,… Read More »
Divorce: Things May Be Different Than You Think
There are all kinds of misconceptions about divorce these days, making it difficult to know if what you think is about to happen is what will actually occur when you file for divorce. While every scenario is different, there are some basics that you really should understand as you move forward with your plans…. Read More »
Civil Suits And Gun Violence
Dancing, pony rides, snow cones, food and drinks: it was to be a neighborhood party to remember. And remember it they will: two people were killed and 28 others hospitalized after a shooter took aim at people celebrating “Brooklyn Day” in the city of Baltimore. Roughly half of those injured were children. Who is… Read More »