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1 Answer | Asked in Divorce for Maryland on
Q: Must adultery be proven to obtain a divorce
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answered on Aug 2, 2022

In Maryland you can get divorce without something having happened that was either spouse's fault. If you relied on adultery as the reason for getting the divorce then you would have to prove adultery and this can be difficult. However, there are other "reasons," that attorneys and... View More

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Q: i want to file for divorce and leave this abusive marriage with 2 kids will this negatively affect my case for divorce

do i have to file for full custody of kids before leaving or send him a text telling him we are leaving then tell him to call me so we make arrangements anytime he wants to see the kids.

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answered on Dec 13, 2021

I am sorry to hear that you are going through this difficult situation in your life. It is very important that you find an attorney with whom you can go into detail about this question given the different factors involved. It would not be wise to give a simple answer to such a very complicated and... View More

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Q: My wife and I have filed for divorce. She purchased a house with my money in Maryland. Am I entitled to this property?
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answered on Apr 27, 2020

If the house was purchased during the marriage it is likely that you both are entitled to half of the house because it is marital property. If it is marital property, either of you may propose to buy the other's interest in the house or you may put the house on the market and split the proceeds.

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Q: Do I have a case, pharmacy gave me wrong medicine, I took one, threw up, still feeling sick though.

My pharmacy gave me someone's else medication, I didn't realize until I took one and immediately threw it up, but I haven't been feeling well since, I'm thinking about going to see my doctor on Monday, I took the medicine back and the pharmacist documented the mistake.

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answered on Jul 4, 2019

Please obtain a copy of the document for your own records. Also, you need to obtain the pharmacist ‘s contact information because you may need him to testify about the mistake.

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2 Answers | Asked in Divorce, Child Custody, Child Support and Domestic Violence for Maryland on
Q: What proper/careful steps do I take to make sure an abusive parent/estranged husband is not given custody or visitation?

My children’s father/estranged husband abused me for 18 yrs. My bones have been broken, & I’ve been covered in lumps & bruises. His violent alcoholic abuse turned into countless death threats & he started threatening & physically abusing the boys & my disabled Mother. Which... View More

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answered on Jul 4, 2019

Your situation needs a lawyer to ask you questions and get more information in order to advise you. So, please contact an attorney experienced in divorce and domestic violence.

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1 Answer | Asked in Divorce on
Q: spouse on conditional visa in usa sent back due to conflict with uscitizen wife if no contact for six month it's divor

Is it auto divorce if only message communication between them. If no contact between spouce for six month. Us citizen live in Nevada

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answered on Jul 4, 2019

There is no automatic divorce even if you haven seen or spoken to o your spouse in 6 months. You will need to file for a divorce. I suggest that you make an appointment with a lawyer to discuss what to do.

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Q: Hello, I am married for 6 years and getting divorced. What are my rights?

Hello, I am married for 6 years and am not able to go my house because my husband's sister is living there. Since our first year of marriage every visit she tries to break us up. She is here on a tourist visa. Right now I am not working, will I be able to get alimony? Also, is what my sister... View More

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answered on Dec 7, 2018

I am not able to give you an answer without more information. There are questions and follow up questions that need to be asked about your situation for me to give you an answer. You may call to schedule a consultation or any divorce lawyer in Maryland of your choosing.

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Q: Is there a conflict of interest in a case in which a pro se learns the other side's attorney is a judge on the same

court as the presiding judge? No mention was made before/during the trial.

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answered on Sep 7, 2018

When I evaluate what you said, the question hints at potential bias because the presiding judge and the opposing counsel (also a judge) are friends or know each other. If there is bias present in the judge’s decision making there could be a conflict of interest in which the judge ‘s decisions... View More

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Q: I have printed out the forms needed to file a divorce, would someone be able to review them with me?
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answered on Aug 19, 2018

Certainly. I invite you to look at my profile for my contact information.

2 Answers | Asked in Personal Injury for Maryland on
Q: What if both of you did something wrong in an accident - who is at fault?
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answered on Aug 12, 2018

Maryland (as well as the other two neighboring jurisdictions, D.C. and Virginia), is a contributory negligence state, which means that if an individual is even one percent at fault for an accident, then he or she is ineligible to recover any damages from an injury claim or civil case.

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1 Answer | Asked in Divorce for Maryland on
Q: I have been married for only 2 months. Seeking divorce. There are no children, no assets, property, nothing. l

Mutual consent to divorce, do we have to wait a year still?

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answered on Jul 30, 2018

You are correct that you can fie for a mutual consent divorce. This does not require a separation period. However, you must have a prepared separation agreement and there are a few other requirements that must be met that are in the Maryland Code. To get some help targeted to you particular... View More

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Q: I was hit while riding my bicycle and I hardly remember it. How can I sue the driver if my memory is so blurry?
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answered on Jun 2, 2018

More information is need d to answer your question. However, some things that may help your case.

You went the ER or another doctor for treatment.

How injured are you?

Were there any witnesses that you have or can get contact information for?

Did you speak to anyone...
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Q: I was separated in Oct 7, 2017, I filed for my divorce on Feb 28, and got case # then I filed the final decree.

the court said I filed to early, before six months. my Question do I have to start all over again or can I just file final decree in Virginia

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answered on Apr 24, 2018

This question can not be answered without more information. I suggest you call a lawyer and ask for a consultation.

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Q: im in md single home, is it legal for anyone to elec. spy on me in my bedroom or bath? thank you

im in md

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answered on Apr 18, 2018

Spying with an electronic device where there is a reasonable expectation of privacy and without your consent is illegal. It violates the Electronic Communications Privacy Act--a federal law. It is also illegal under Maryland law. Specifically, Maryland Courts and Judicial Proceedings Section... View More

4 Answers | Asked in Personal Injury for Maryland on
Q: Can I sue a cyclist who hit me on a sidewalk? There were no marked bike lanes.
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answered on Mar 31, 2018

There are several questions I would ask you before I could tell you that if you have a case where you may want to sue the bicyclist.

Were you injured?

Do you have medical bills? What is thI total amount of charges?

Do you have the bicyclists contact information?...
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Q: What happens if the husband filed but never served the wife with the writ of summons? Can she file herself now?
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answered on Mar 8, 2018

The case might have been dismissed if the husband never served the wife or did not serve the wife properly. The wife can file for divorce if the case was dismissed. If the husband's case was not dismissed and is still active then the court might reject the wife's filing.

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Q: My divorce papers have the wrong last name. Refers to me as the name i had before we married am I divorced

My name on the marriage license is Frazier however I married an Ubiera and changed my name accordingly after getting married. We got divorced and the papers refer to me as Frazier but my last name is Ubiera. All my identification etc is Ubiera. Am I still divorced or no.

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answered on Mar 8, 2018

To answer your question, yes. You are divorced because you were granted a divorce and received a divorce decree. If you want to amend your divorce decree to include the correct last name you can do that. Just file a motion (request) with the court that issued your divorce decree.

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Q: Does the "waiting period" for my absolute divorce start after I filed the paperwork or after he is served?
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answered on Feb 23, 2018

If you do not have children together there is no waiting period. If you do have children together then you may separate at any time, but cannot be granted a divorce until the one year period has passed.

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Q: My Ex wife is contesting the limited Divorce. What can I do to fight it? She's only doing it out of spite.

I have text from her saying she won't make this easy

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answered on Feb 6, 2018

As much as you may want to settle your divorce by mutual agreement, there is nothing you can do to force your spouse to agree to the terms that you want her to. Unless both parties agree to all the divorce terms, you must have a contested divorce and it will be litigated in court.

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1 Answer | Asked in Business Law and Mergers & Acquisitions for District of Columbia on
Q: Should we merge our companies or just change the name?

We have two different companies that basically do the same business. 1 partner is the sole owner of Company A and a 30% owner in company B. He wants to merge Company A into B and do business under Company B. The reason is because Company B is a construction company and we want to use the... View More

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answered on Jan 30, 2018

Changing the name would have no effect. So, I would advise you make the businesses one business. You have not said what type of business Company A is. But should they have the same or similar purposes it should be fine. However, I do urge you to consult with an attorney so that he or she can get... View More

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