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1 Answer | Asked in Landlord - Tenant for Maryland on
Q: I'm half way through a two year lease and the landlord contacted me saying she wants to sell the house.

They are asking I be avail to let realtors in and have pointed out the following sentence in my lease

" TERMINATION UPON SALE OF PREMISES. Notwithstanding any other provision of this Lease, Landlord may terminate this lease upon 60 days' written notice to Tenant that the Premises... View More

Kim D Parker
Kim D Parker
answered on Oct 9, 2022

In Baltimore City, tenants have what's called the first right of refusal, meaning, your landlord must offer to sell the home to your first prior to listing the property for sale. Otherwise, the 60-day notice is appropriate and lawful in Maryland.

3 Answers | Asked in Workers' Compensation for Maryland on
Q: Can I drive for UberEATS while collecting workers comp for a dog bite to the wrist? Injury sustained on 6/28/21

Surgery was 3/9/22

Kim D Parker
Kim D Parker
answered on Oct 9, 2022

You will need to notify your Workers Compensation Lawyer and/or the Commission that you are receiving income while collecting benefits. Be advised that failure to report income could have serious consequences.

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3 Answers | Asked in Bankruptcy and Collections for Maryland on
Q: I have a wage garnishment for a credit card. The company hasn’t sent me any statements. Can I take them back to court?

I haven’t received any statement showing where the garnishment is going.

Kim D Parker
Kim D Parker
answered on Oct 9, 2022

In Maryland, the Creditor that is garnishing you must provide Judgment Creditor’s Monthly Report to both you and your employer within 15 days after the end of any month in which payments are received. If they are not providing same to you, a Motion can be filed for sanctions. This report will... View More

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2 Answers | Asked in Personal Injury and Criminal Law for Maryland on
Q: I plead guilty to 2nd Degree Assult (To try and move on without trial). I'm now being sued for an injury.

Will I loose my house and car? Everything is owned by my wife and I.

If he wins do I have to pay right away. I only get a little military retirement and va disability. Do the courts allow payment plans?

Kim D Parker
Kim D Parker
answered on Oct 9, 2022

I am unclear who is suing you, however, if you have homeowners' insurance, depending on the circumstances, you should reach out to them directly. Otherwise, you should hire a Maryland attorney immediately to defend against the action. You may also have certain exemptions to protect your... View More

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