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1 Answer | Asked in Civil Rights, Criminal Law and Personal Injury for Maryland on
Q: What are the legal consequences of a neighbor making verbal threats to harm me in Maryland?

I've been receiving numerous verbal threats from my neighbor, who has repeatedly threatened to knock out my teeth and lights. My roommate has witnessed these threats on several occasions, and there have been about a dozen incidents overall. I am trying to find information about the legal... View More

Mark Oakley
Mark Oakley
answered on Apr 18, 2025

MD Code, Criminal Law, § 3-803. Harassment.

Prohibited

(a) A person may not follow another in or about a public place or maliciously engage in a course of conduct that alarms or seriously annoys the other:

(1) with the intent to harass, alarm, or annoy the other;...
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4 Answers | Asked in Civil Litigation, Probate, Libel & Slander and Personal Injury for Maryland on
Q: What can I do if I was falsely claimed deceased in my mother's will?

In 2018, my mother passed away, and I recently discovered in April 2025 that she and her granddaughter falsely claimed I was deceased in her will and estate documents. As a result, I was not named in the will, and my mother stated she had no children. The estate has already been probated and... View More

Mark Oakley
Mark Oakley
answered on Apr 11, 2025

When was the estate opened? When did you become aware there was an estate opened? When was the estate closed? 2018 is 7 years ago. If the estate is now closed for several years, and if you knew that your mother had passed away and that an estate was opened before the estate closed, then you... View More

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4 Answers | Asked in Civil Litigation, Probate, Libel & Slander and Personal Injury for Maryland on
Q: What can I do if I was falsely claimed deceased in my mother's will?

In 2018, my mother passed away, and I recently discovered in April 2025 that she and her granddaughter falsely claimed I was deceased in her will and estate documents. As a result, I was not named in the will, and my mother stated she had no children. The estate has already been probated and... View More

Richard Sternberg
Richard Sternberg
answered on Apr 11, 2025

If the Will was probated in 2018, you might be too late, but there is a chance that notice was improper or there is some other excuse for delaying seven years after her death to notice her absence. Then, it will be important to examine the Will and the facts. If your mother's intent was to... View More

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3 Answers | Asked in Civil Litigation, Contracts, Real Estate Law and Personal Injury for Maryland on
Q: How can I toll the statute of limitations for filing a claim related to a failed retaining wall due to faulty engineering plans?

I am approaching the statute of limitations deadline of May 7, 2025, for filing a claim related to a failed retaining wall due to faulty engineering plans. The Professional Engineer Commission recently found the engineer's plans faulty, and he settled with them directly. I received this report... View More

Richard Sternberg
Richard Sternberg
answered on Apr 10, 2025

You toll the statute of limitations by filing the lawsuit providing adequate notice of the claim. This late, the defendants' best move is to pretend they have no problem with your delay in making the claim. Once you miss the deadline, they will move -- successfully -- to dismiss your case.... View More

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1 Answer | Asked in Personal Injury, Landlord - Tenant, Consumer Law and Public Benefits for Maryland on
Q: Seeking help to recover towed car, tow bill over $3000, in Maryland after assault incident.

I am homeless and was sleeping in my car parked at a hotel in Edgewood, Harford County, Maryland. I was assaulted and taken to the hospital, and during that time, my car was towed without my knowledge. The towing bill is now over $3000. I've contacted the police and have a police report... View More

Cedulie Renee Laumann
Cedulie Renee Laumann
answered on Mar 24, 2025

That sounds like a very challenging situation. Unfortunately a tow company often has the legal right to charge per day fees for vehicles they legally tow, even though on a personal level such fees may work a significant financial hardship.

You might consider reaching out to the Maryland...
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2 Answers | Asked in Civil Litigation, Personal Injury and Real Estate Law for Maryland on
Q: Amazon truck damaged my driveway; received inadequate settlement offer and no response.

Amazon's delivery truck damaged my driveway and lawn on January 31, 2025, causing deep ruts in the gravel and grass. Despite submitting the requested information, I have been ignored during my follow-ups for updates. They finally offered a settlement which I find insulting, as it covers only... View More

Richard Sternberg
Richard Sternberg
answered on Mar 20, 2025

The problem is that legal effort to help you will inevitably cost more than you will gain. I suppose a lawyer might teach you how to file a small claim in District Court, but that might take a couple hours, and the lawyer would want to be paid. It is also possible that your homeowner's... View More

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1 Answer | Asked in Car Accidents, Criminal Law, Insurance Bad Faith and Personal Injury for Maryland on
Q: Can I press charges against a drunk driver who hit my car?

I was involved in an accident with a drunk driver who hit my car. Although he has insurance, he has been dodging calls from his insurance company for months. He is currently in jail for hitting another driver's car and injuring them. I have filed a police report, have pictures, a video of the... View More

Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Mar 2, 2025

A Maryland criminal law attorney could advise best on the issue of charges, but regarding the civil issues in your questions, it's possible the other driver is not able to respond due to incarceration. The carrier should still manage to process the claim and advise on their position. You... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Personal Injury for Maryland on
Q: I was tackled by a police officer right outside the Walmart entrance for stealing baseball cards.($24) My Hip was Broke.

The office did not identify his self or say Stop. I'm currently in a Medical Rehab center because my Hip was broken do to being Tackled. I've been here 3 weeks and counting.

Lee Eidelberg
Lee Eidelberg
answered on Jan 17, 2025

Are you admitting to committing a crime because there is evidence (eye witness, video surveillance or the like) that you possessed the baseball cards without evidence of payment? While I suppose one might argue that excessive force was used and was unnecessary, it's likely a matter of your... View More

1 Answer | Asked in Gaming and Personal Injury for Maryland on
Q: Hello, filed a slip and fall case with Harrah’s casino, over a year ago, is it common for them not to make a settlement

Offer to resolve this issue. Or is the attorney not disclosing this information ?

Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Nov 23, 2024

A Maryland attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for two weeks. There is no universal short answer to your question. Every case is different, based on the liability of the premises and a claimant's injuries. Defense attorneys generally review cases in terms of whether it... View More

3 Answers | Asked in Personal Injury, Civil Rights and Employment Discrimination for Maryland on
Q: What form do I use to file an Intentional Infliction of Emotional Distress lawsuit?
Lee Eidelberg
Lee Eidelberg
answered on Oct 1, 2024

There is no "form," per se', to fill out to file this type of lawsuit. Any lawsuit must alleged sufficient "facts" related to the elements of the particular offense alleged. For an intentional infliction of emotional distress claim, the suit must state facts that... View More

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3 Answers | Asked in Personal Injury, Civil Rights and Employment Discrimination for Maryland on
Q: What form do I use to file an Intentional Infliction of Emotional Distress lawsuit?
Mark Oakley
Mark Oakley
answered on Oct 1, 2024

If you are suing for not more than $30,000 and do not want a jury trial, then you can file in District Court (trials are before a judge only), and you can use a District Court civil complaint form, and check the "tort" box. The forms are available online or at the courthouse. It's... View More

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2 Answers | Asked in Criminal Law, Personal Injury and Civil Litigation for Maryland on
Q: Is a commercial vehicle (semi) at fault if he hits a pedestrian in a crosswalk?

If a commercial vehicle (semi) hits a pedestrian (fatal) in a crosswalk after coming to a complete stop, with expired tags (3yrs expired) while turning on a residential road that has posted no trucks over 3/4 ton, automatically responsible if the pedestrian followed all the rules and laws for... View More

Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Aug 11, 2024

An attorney could offer more in-depth insight with the police report and additional details. I'm very sorry for the loss of life of the pedestrian. A likely citation could be "Failure to Yield" to a pedestrian in a crosswalk. But that's without knowing details, such as whether... View More

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3 Answers | Asked in Personal Injury and Car Accidents for Maryland on
Q: Was in an accident in MD, other drive at fault making illegal turn. Totaled my car, stitched hand, what do I expect?

As mentioned a car caused an accident by making an illegal left hand turn into me. Other insurance company accepted fault, I have 11 stitches in my hand, my 2 month old new Tesla Model Y is now totaled, should I seek legal council, what should I expect from an accident of this nature, what would be... View More

Scott Scherr
Scott Scherr
answered on Aug 5, 2024

You should retain an attorney to handle your claim. An insurance company will not take an unrepresented individual seriously. You are entitled to compensation for your medical bills, lost wages, pain and suffering, and other losses.

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3 Answers | Asked in Personal Injury and Car Accidents for Maryland on
Q: Was in an accident in MD, other drive at fault making illegal turn. Totaled my car, stitched hand, what do I expect?

As mentioned a car caused an accident by making an illegal left hand turn into me. Other insurance company accepted fault, I have 11 stitches in my hand, my 2 month old new Tesla Model Y is now totaled, should I seek legal council, what should I expect from an accident of this nature, what would be... View More

Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Aug 13, 2024

I'm sorry about your accident. In terms of what expect, no one could answer that question based on the limited details here. It would depend on the prognosis for recovery with treatment. You could arrange a free initial consult with attorneys - but even there, attorneys will be likely to tell... View More

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2 Answers | Asked in Car Accidents and Personal Injury for Maryland on
Q: Who is liable is someone drives a car I rented without my permission and they wreck it?
Scott Scherr
Scott Scherr
answered on Jul 14, 2024

The driver and you are both responsible for the damage to the rental car. The driver is responsible for damaging the car. You are responsible under your rental car agreement. The driver would be responsible to you for any money you have to pay to the rental car company. If you have insurance,... View More

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2 Answers | Asked in Car Accidents and Personal Injury for Maryland on
Q: Who is liable is someone drives a car I rented without my permission and they wreck it?
Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Jul 17, 2024

The driver is liable for the wrongful act. Unfortunately, being on the record, the rental company would look to you. Paying for the damages could depend on what type of coverage you took out in renting the vehicle. Good luck

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2 Answers | Asked in Elder Law, Health Care Law, Medical Malpractice and Personal Injury for Maryland on
Q: If hospital and doctors fail to treat life threatening wounds, or address pain, is this elder neglect??

65 yr old man has open 8” wound at base of skull, due to Lyme disease w/ zero doctors and Johns Hopkins fail to address by not returning calls for follow up appt, life threatening worsening of this over several years and attempts to minimally address pain

Tim Akpinar
Tim Akpinar
answered on Jul 23, 2024

You could reach out to attorneys to try to arrange a free initial consult. For the matter of neglect, it does not sound like the hospitals or doctors were designated in a role of caretaker or similar capacity. The problem in such a phone setting that transpires over a course of years is that there... View More

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2 Answers | Asked in Elder Law, Health Care Law, Medical Malpractice and Personal Injury for Maryland on
Q: If hospital and doctors fail to treat life threatening wounds, or address pain, is this elder neglect??

65 yr old man has open 8” wound at base of skull, due to Lyme disease w/ zero doctors and Johns Hopkins fail to address by not returning calls for follow up appt, life threatening worsening of this over several years and attempts to minimally address pain

John Michael Frick
John Michael Frick
answered on Jul 12, 2024

Typically, it is difficult to maintain an action for medical malpractice due to a patient's inability to schedule an appointment. In a true medical emergency, the patient should go to a local emergency room or call 911 for paramedics to assess and transport the patient to a hospital. It is... View More

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2 Answers | Asked in Car Accidents, Personal Injury and Consumer Law for Maryland on
Q: I paid a company to put brake and rotors on my car and it caused me to hit a wall and tire damage. Can I sue?

I accrued medical expenses and tow expenses and well as getting the damaged done out of pocket

Francisco Javier Morales
Francisco Javier Morales
answered on Jul 3, 2024

Yes, you can sue the company that installed the brakes and rotors on your car if their negligence caused you to hit a wall and suffer medical damages.

To succeed in a negligence claim against the company, you would have to demonstrate that the company's improper installation of the...
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2 Answers | Asked in Car Accidents, Personal Injury and Consumer Law for Maryland on
Q: I paid a company to put brake and rotors on my car and it caused me to hit a wall and tire damage. Can I sue?

I accrued medical expenses and tow expenses and well as getting the damaged done out of pocket

Rick  Nicotra
Rick Nicotra
answered on Jul 3, 2024

Yes, you may have a valid claim if you can prove that the service work performed was substandard and caused the crash. It may require a vehicle inspection by an expert to provide an opinion admissible in court. You will need to prove that the work was done negligently and was a substantial factor... View More

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