Category Archives: Family Law
Drug Abuse in Maryland Divorce Cases: Does It Matter? Find Out Now and Learn Where to Get Legal Help with Your Maryland Divorce
There is no doubt that when a marriage in Maryland is breaking down, the reasons are often complex and emotionally painful. Indeed, in many Maryland divorce cases, one challenging factor that can significantly affect the outcome is drug abuse. Whether the issue involves illegal drugs, prescription medication misuse, or ongoing substance dependency, drug abuse… Read More »
New Child Support Law Takes into Account Other Children in Household as Deduction
There is no doubt that child support is a complicated matter for most Maryland parents. However, recent changes to Maryland’s child support laws may confuse Maryland parents even more. On October 1, 2025, Maryland’s child support laws changed in a way that will affect how support payments are calculated for many families. A new… Read More »
Updates to Maryland’s Child Custody Laws: What You Need to Know
In case you missed it, as of October 1, 2025 this year, Maryland’s child custody laws got an overhaul. The changes in the law give parents and courts clearer rules for determining custody and modifying existing orders. One of the most significant new updates gives Maryland courts clearer direction on how to decide custody… Read More »
When Things Go South: Three Things You Can Do Now if You Are Considering Divorce in Maryland
For virtually all married individuals in Maryland, realizing that your marriage may be coming to an end is never easy. Indeed, many people in Maryland struggle with uncertainty, fear about the future, and questions about what steps they should take long before they ever file for divorce. Whether the situation has slowly deteriorated or… Read More »
Maryland Man Arrested for Domestic Violence Released From Jail, Assaults Domestic Violence Victim Again within Hours
A deeply disturbing incident in Maryland recently underlines the urgent risks victims of domestic violence face. According to a local news report, a Maryland man was arrested for domestic violence, released on his own recognizance, and then less than six hours later returned to assault the same victim. This time the domestic violence victim… Read More »
Domestic Violence Victim’s Advocates Provide Warning Signs for Maryland DV Victims
Domestic violence remains a serious and deadly problem in Maryland. According to a recent news report from WMAR News, who spoke with domestic violence victims’ advocates from House of Ruth, Maryland and local advocates in Baltimore County, recent domestic violence deaths are raising alarm that warning signs often go unrecognized long before a tragedy… Read More »
Depositions in Maryland Divorce Cases: A Shield and a Sword
If you are going through a divorce in Maryland and you learn that a deposition has been scheduled, it is normal to feel unsure (and anxious) about what to expect. Many individuals in Maryland who are in the midst of the divorce process only know about depositions from T.V. or movies, where they are… Read More »
Social Media and Your Maryland Divorce Case: What You Need to Know to Protect Your Rights
For many people in Maryland, social media is now just simply a part of daily life. Indeed, most people these days post about their families, vacations, and even personal struggles online for their friends, family, and sometimes the world to see. However, when you are going through a divorce in Maryland, what you share… Read More »
To Prenup or to Not Prenup, That is the Question: Learn All About the Basics of Prenuptial Agreements in Maryland and Where to Get Legal Help with Your Prenup Now
For most people in Maryland who are about to get married, marriage is a major commitment that joins not only two lives but also two financial futures. This is where careful planning in advance of saying “I do” can make a huge difference, and one of the most careful ways a couple can plan… Read More »