
answered on May 23, 2022
You would need to file a motion to seal and show the reasons why the file and all pleadings should be sealed.
MOM has Alzhiemers. Sister and her Daughter are ones that take care of her.They tell us what they want us to know. They don't show any receipts, paperwork or proof of what they claim they do. Nothing is discussed with our Sister or Myself before Sister makes Decisions. Such things as... Read more »

answered on May 21, 2022
Any Maryland lawyer can answer your question. If you are looking to hire a lawyer from Baltimore, that is a different issue. The first question any lawyer would have for you is, does anyone (e.g., your sister) have a power of attorney executed by your mother appointing them as your mother's... Read more »

answered on Mar 28, 2022
I am also a MD broker, and we have had this question from many of our clients, over time. The answer is entirely dependent on what the review says, and the circumstance. But it is extremely unlikely that you would ever recover non-economic damages. Have you exhausted your remedies with Google? Have... Read more »
Can the role of convenice person be presumed based on who added money to the account and how it was used if nothing was expressly stated in the account agreement?

answered on Mar 19, 2022
If two person's names are listed as joint account holders, and there is no designation otherwise, the law presumes the account is joint owners with right of survival, and both account holders have equal access to the funds from the bank's perspective. However, if there is an agreement... Read more »
I have pictures and a video showings when the surveyor was doing the work he put a stake in her yard she has now removed the stake twice and will not remove here fence I am mailing her a letter giving her a copy of the survey and asking here to remove here fence within 30 days from the date on... Read more »

answered on Mar 17, 2022
Good for you, to be proactive! If she doesn't respond you can remove the fence. If you want to avoid a possible confrontation, or escalation of neighbor dispute, you might consider an action for trespass/ejectment in the Circuit Court.

answered on Mar 4, 2022
It is generally good practice to come to court equipped with copies for all parties, and to keep a copy for yourself; however, a judge is not going to refuse the admission of relevant evidence solely on the ground there are no copies for the other side. However, before the evidence may be accepted... Read more »
Someone gives a certain amount of cash as a gift unconditionally and voluntary*, but later he regrets and asks the receiver to return it. The receiver initially, as a courtesy shows willingness to return it**, but later he changes his mind due to very rude attitude of gift's giver. He wants to... Read more »

answered on Feb 10, 2022
A gift is a gift, unconditional and complete upon transfer to the recipient. There are no "take-backs." If the giver now claims it was a loan, then it's a dispute of fact. Your word versus theirs, plus any evidence that supports your claim that it was a gift and not a loan. You... Read more »
My boyfriend was not allowed to see our daughter born 2 weeks ago when he was in the lobby trying to get me . His wallet was stolen so he didn't have his ID but he had a copy of his birth certificate and he is listed in my hospital records as my emergency contact. He was peaceful and the... Read more »

answered on Feb 6, 2022
A Maryland attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for two weeks. I'm sorry for your unfortunate experience. In terms of legal advice you seek before meeting with hospital staff, you could reach out to a local attorney to discuss in further detail. You likely already know... Read more »

answered on Feb 2, 2022
Not in Maryland they can't. The Fairness for All Marylanders Act of 2014 prohibits it. If the business is an establishment where the public has access to goods and services (bars, restaurants, hotels, gas stations, retail stores, etc.), it is not allowed to treat a person who identifies... Read more »
The gift card has fine print, smaller than 12 pt font, indicating that it expires 1 year from purchase.

answered on Dec 15, 2021
Read all about your rights at the following link, and scroll to the end of the page on the link for phone numbers to call. You can also search for a consumer protection lawyer who may be able to take on the case under a consumer protection statute that allows them to sue for attorney's fees... Read more »

answered on Dec 15, 2021
If there are grounds for a peace order or order for protection from domestic violence, those options can result in near immediate removal simply by filling out the petition forms, appearing befoe a judge or District Court Commissioner, and have the Sheriff remove them pursuant to an order. You do... Read more »
For a squatter to possess property, it is required that they fulfill the requirements: Hostile, Actual, Open & Notorious, Exclusive, Continuous
The exclusive part is vague as it does not determine whether it is for exclusively one person or one party. Does this mean one family... Read more »

answered on Dec 1, 2021
"Exclusive" in this context means exclusive of the owner's and other third parties' (unrelated to the squatter) possession or occupation, without permission of the owner (the owner is not in possession, and has not permitted or agreed to the presence of the squatters). The time... Read more »
4 years ago, I traded in a car for another. It was put under a parents name. I pay the car note and pay for insurance which is under my name. I’ve been hearing that as soon as car is fully paid for, they are going to claim it stolen and take the car. They haven’t allowed me to update... Read more »

answered on Nov 22, 2021
Gather all your evidence of payments, trading in your prior car as the downpayment, cost of oil changes and maintenence, insurance premiums and policies issued in your name, as well as any evidence of your continuous possession and exclusive use of the vehicle since it was purchased. They may have... Read more »

answered on Nov 14, 2021
(1) the word, "seal" appears on, near or under th signature of the person signing the contract, which extends th SOL to 12 years in Maryland.
(2) the contract specifies a different SOL.
(3) the party suing is or was under a disability during the time the SOL was running,... Read more »
Someone else told us that we needed a letter of administration is that true?

answered on Oct 22, 2021
Most car titles are held jointly, with right of survival, meaning if one owner dies, the surviving owner becomes the sole owner. That is the default ownership status if not otherwise stated. The proof you need is simply the death certificate in that scenario to prove the one owner is deceased.... Read more »
I live in Maryland

answered on Oct 14, 2021
You cannot expect a response that will help you in any meaningful way without providing facts, details and context. Start with stating what you received an insurance check for, why it was sent to your insurance company, and the reason the insurance company sent it back to you. If you don’t know... Read more »
We have many assets . 3 businesses.a classic car collection. Ect. He's failed to put in discovery
My atty has asked for 2nd motion for sanctions
What's this mean

answered on Sep 23, 2021
Ask your lawyer. This is what you are paying for: legal advice and counseling.
from the incident that led to my arrest be used as evidence in a civil hearing?

answered on Sep 18, 2021
No. First of all, the contents of a police report is hearsay, so unless the report has some non-hearsay evidentiary purpose, it will not be allowed over your objection even were the case not expunged. The police officer who wrote the report can be called to testify as to matters over which they... Read more »
1. I would have never hired a company to subcontract. Can they do this if it wasn't in the contract?
2. The original window installation company continues to refuse to provide a lien release from the subcontractors. Again, and again.
Is there any way to force them to... Read more »

answered on Aug 11, 2021
If the contract does not prohibit it, they can use subcontractors. Why do you need a lien release? Have they filed a lien? It is unlikely that a window replacement contract would be a large enough percentage of your property value to qualify for a mechanics lien. Why have they sued you? Not enough... Read more »
She agreed to holding him until I got a job and back on my feet and can pick him up after. But now she has blocked me everywhere and just absolutely will not communicate or return him. He is a $2000 sphynx.

answered on Jul 4, 2021
File a District Court complaint for "replevin", a form of action to recover property that belongs to you from a person wrongfully holding it. The complaint forms can be downloaded from the court's website, and are fillable PDF documents; or, you can obtain paper copies from the... Read more »
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