By: Lee J. Eidelberg, Esquire Effective July 1, 2025, Maryland has enacted Senate Bill 590—The Sergeant Patrick Kepp Act—in response to the 2023 line-of-duty injury of Baltimore Police Sergeant Patrick Kepp, who was struck by a driver traveling over 100 mph. The enhanced penalties go into effect on October 1, 2025. This legislation significantly strengthens… Read More »
By: Lee J. Eidelberg, Esquire Starting October 1, 2025, Maryland pet owners will have stronger legal recourse when someone injures or kills their companion animal, thanks to the passage of “Buddy’s Law.” Officially titled Civil Actions – Tortious Injury to or Death of Pet – Compensatory Damages, this new law increases the amount of compensatory… Read More »
By Lee J. Eidelberg, Esquire Recently, I represented a client from a rural county in Alabama, near the Florida panhandle, who faced a legal challenge involving a Maryland-issued Temporary Protective Order. The client had never set foot in Maryland. His sister, the petitioner, claimed he threatened her during a family argument in Alabama. Despite this,… Read More »
The Department of Labor (the “DOL”) recently issued a new rule establishing a six-factor test to determine if a worker is properly classified as an employee or an independent contractor under the Fair Labor Standards Act (the “FLSA”). If properly classified as an independent contractor, the worker is not entitled to various employment-related protections (e.g.,… Read More »
On April 23, 2024, the Federal Trade Commission, by a vote of 3-2, issued its final rule effectivelybanning (with limited exceptions) non-compete agreements. KEY POINTS The Final Rule What agreements are covered? The rule defines a “non-compete clause” as a term or condition of employment that prohibits a worker from, penalizes a worker for, or… Read More »
By Lee J. Eidelberg, Esquire When facing a DUI stop in Maryland, the decision to take or refuse a breathalyzer test is complex and should be carefully considered. Here are some points to consider: Reasons to Take the Breathalyzer Test Implied Consent Laws: In Maryland, like in many states, there are implied consent laws. These… Read More »
Corporate Transparency Act Almost every business entity registered with a state (whether as an LLC, corporation, or otherwise) is required to complete and file a Beneficial Ownership Information Reporting (BOIR) form with the federal government. Reporting Process A copy of the current BOIR form is attached for reference. The form must be submitted online at… Read More »
By Lee J. Eidelberg, Esquire Facing the aftermath of a vehicle-related law violation in Maryland can be daunting, but it’s crucial to understand the steps that follow a conviction and the options you have. Maryland’s District Court works in tandem with the Maryland Motor Vehicle Administration (MVA) to ensure that appropriate measures are taken in… Read More »
By Lee J. Eidelberg, Esquire In November 2022, Maryland voters approved a referendum to legalize marijuana for adult use. Following this, the Maryland Legislature passed the Cannabis Reform Act (H.B. 556/S.B. 516) in spring 2023. Governor Wes Moore signed the bill into law on May 3, 2023, thereby establishing its legal effect. As of July… Read More »
By Lee J. Eidelberg, Esquire Throughout my years of practice, I frequently receive inquiries from drivers outside of Maryland who, while passing through the state, have received citations that they either ignored or forgot about. These drivers erroneously believe that their lack of contact with the state minimizes the risk of future consequences. However, several… Read More »