Life insurance policies are often overlooked when developing an estate plan, but are flexible and beneficial estate-planning tools that can provide financial security to your loved ones after your passing. Life insurance policies can provide your survivors an income-tax-free payout, as well as provide liquid assets that can easily pay estate taxes, when your estate…
Under Maryland law, adultery occurs when a married person voluntarily engages in sexual intercourse with a person that is not his or her spouse. To qualify as a divorce ground, your spouse’s affair must have become physical—culminating in sexual intercourse. Mental or emotional affairs are not enough to meet the requirements. Being overly familiar with…
Maryland’s judiciary annually make case decisions that shape the lives of families throughout Maryland. Similar to the legislature’s changes, these decisions have a lasting impact on Maryland family law. Take a look at some important updates in the following reported cases decided between January 1, 2015, and July 31, 2016. 1. Courts cannot consider polygraph…
Every year, Maryland’s legislature passes laws that shape how family law cases are handled throughout Maryland. For example, last year’s addition of “Mutual Consent” as a grounds for divorce has allowed thousands of Maryland families to efficiently divorce without the lengthy time requirements and costs associated with other divorce grounds. Here is a look at…
The aftermath of a car accident can be a difficult time. You may be suffering physically, emotionally, and even financially. Following an accident, the last thing on your mind is the potential outcome of a possible court case. However, when the dust settles and you are in the process of pursuing a car accident claim…