To transfer names/owners, would a quitclaim deed be wise for my sister and I - who both equally inherited our mother's house?

This is a very common issue where folks mess up on basic probate issues because they don't hire a lawyer. If the name is in your mother's name,...

Can I sue someone in small claim court flat out for the attorney's fees?

You can sue for much more! You may have claims alleging fraud and identity theft arising from the pastor's use of your name, address and credit....

How can someone be charged w/ a cds possession parhapenilia and mariuhana when no mariunana found on him

When drugs are involved, there is a common law doctrine of “constructive possession.” (more than one person can “possess” one item, especially...

What does mens rea mean

Any criminal offense consists of two elements: (1) actus reus (which is Latin for “the guilty act”); and (2) mens rea (Latin for the “guilty...

Help preventing a questionable reverse mortgage foreclosing on family home. Mom passed away in 2007

This is a very common question. If you are a "remainderman" entitled to inherit the home after the life estate was terminated by death, the home...

What is the section or sections of the Maryland statutes and codes that pertains to a Quiet Title action?

This a an area where we have concentrated our practice for 20+ years. The Rule you read does not describe all the possible disputes that can be...

My fiance is 6 1/2 months pregnant she was rear ended but a lady on the cell phone. Her bumper is significantly damaged and her.

My wife was in a similar accident, while 7 months pregnant, on Rte. 95. We were very nervous while the doctors checked on the baby and kept her on...

Economic and Non-ecnomic damages

A good question! The cap applies to limit the maximum that can be awarded after a court action. But you must still put on proof of your damages,...

Theft case from MD state court to federal court?

For smaller amounts, the State's Attorney will work with the employer, who usually just wants money. For larger amounts, or where repayment is not...

If someone gave me a gift, and now wants it back, do I have to return it?

For unmarried folks, this is a common question. We recently handled a claim involving a $20,000 engagement ring. Maryland recognizes the...

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