By Lee J. Eidelberg, Esquire Maryland is a member of the “Driver’s License Compact” which, with other member States, promotes compliance with driving regulations and equality in one’s eligibility either to obtain a license or continue driving. Compact members pursue this goal by reporting each conviction of a person from another party state to the… Read More »
Whether you’re saving for your child’s college tuition or pinching pennies to accommodate a new private school, the state of Maryland now makes it easier than ever to manage tuition costs. 529 plans, implemented by some states for more than two decades, have helped parents cover school expenses for their college-aged children. Now, a new… Read More »
On December 22, 2017, President Donald Trump signed the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017 (the “Bill”) into law, signifying the most drastic federal tax reform since 1986. The Bill significantly reduces the federal corporate tax rate from its highest marginal rate of 35 percent to 21 percent and made other notable changes to… Read More »
Under Title IX, universities are legally required to address and rectify hostile educational environments, including but not limited to sexual offense charges. Recent decisions made by the Supreme Court and the U.S. Department of Education have given Title IX an extensive range covering sexual harassment and sexual violence in federally funded educational institutions. As policies… Read More »
By Lee J. Eidelberg Moving violations in Maryland vary in severity. Some call only for the payment of fines while others call for jail sentences that require offenders to appear in court on a designated trial date. For moving violations that carry no penalty of incarceration, offenders can elect one of three options that are… Read More »
Property falls either of two categories: Probate or Non-probate. Discover how probate and non-probate estate planning differ and when it’s appropriate to choose one option over the other. Probate vs. Non-Probate Probate refers to the process in which property would pass under the terms set forth in a will, or in the absence of a… Read More »
By Lee J. Eidelberg When faced with the unfortunate circumstance of being charged with a serious motor vehicle violation or a criminal offense in Maryland, it’s important to become familiar with the terminology that is customarily used in the State’s traffic and criminal courts. Brushing up on the most commonly used legal terms will allow… Read More »
Laws regarding marijuana possession and use are constantly changing, and it’s important to know how they apply to you as a Maryland resident. Discover when marijuana is and isn’t legal in Maryland, and the punishments involved in breaking the law. Possession of Marijuana In 2014, Maryland passed a law that decriminalized the possession of small… Read More »
By Jacob M. Rappaport, Esq. Contrary to popular belief, if one dies without a Last Will & Testament (“Intestate”), the Government will not automatically take your assets, rather, the assets will be distributed in accordance with the order listed in the Maryland Intestate statutes. The absolute last resort recipient listed is the County Board of… Read More »