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 »
WUSA9 interviews Debra Cruz and Shannon Boisseau in a report on the ACM’s recent decision establishing the framework for awarding fertilized embryos in a divorce.
By Lee J. Eidelberg, Esquire Moving violations in Maryland are of two varieties: “payable” or “non-serious” violations, and those which require the alleged offender to appear in court, or “must appear” violations.1 The latter violations, with limited exceptions, carry both monetary fines and a penalty of incarceration. Citations are now usually issued on a computer… Read More »
The Appellate Court of Maryland has recently established a multi-factor framework for courts to determine the disposition of cryogenically preserved embryos in a divorce. Tackling this issue for the first time in Maryland, in Jocelyn P. v. Joshua P., the appellate court said: Neither this Court nor the [Supreme Court of Maryland] has classified the… Read More »
How is property split in divorce in Maryland? Division of assets in a divorce can be a fraught subject for a couple, and can often lead to disputes. Parties can agree on the division of their property, and if the division seems fair, the divorce court will frequently uphold the agreement. Usually, the best sort… Read More »
While adoption can be fulfilling and rewarding, the laws surrounding adoption in MD can be complex. If you’re thinking about adoption, you may need help understanding these laws or deciding on the type of adoption that’s right for you. LEVIN GANN PA specializes in family law and can give you the guidance you need as… Read More »
The matter of guardianship is one that bears a lot of impact on the parties involved, specifically the ward and the guardian. It can be a highly complex process, which is why you should seek the help of a lawyer. In Maryland, a family law attorney in Towson, MD could help get you the legal… Read More »
It is never too late to get a nuptial agreement. In fact, many couples who come to see a family law attorney in Maryland to have a nuptial agreement are surprised to learn that they can benefit from having this kind of agreement even if they have been married for years. Let’s take a look… Read More »
It makes sense to have confusion between a Maryland peace order and a Maryland protective order. However, you can only be qualified for one type of order or the other. The primary difference between a protective order and a peace order involves the relationship between the parties involved. If you need to file either type… Read More »