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A “deposition” is a legal evidence-gathering tool that is allowed if a personal injury or car accident lawsuit has been filed in the Maryland State courts. In other words, a deposition is provided by a party or witness in a legal case. A deposition is done in person and orally through a question-and-answer format somewhat […]
In Maryland criminal law, there is a distinction between two types of evidence, which are generally called “direct” and “circumstantial” evidence. Both types of evidence can and are used by Maryland prosecuting attorneys to obtain convictions for crimes. Direct evidence is where the evidence directly identifies the person accused. For example, a witness might testify […]
If you are “going it alone” and trying to settle your Maryland car accident claim with the insurance company, the first question is whether the insurance company’s settlement offer is fair and reasonable. Victims who are injured by the wrongdoing of another driver (or other person) are entitled to compensation for ALL potential categories of […]
If you have been arrested for driving under the influence (“DUI”) in Maryland, it is very likely that you will face several charges in addition to those associated with driving under the influence. Maryland prosecuting attorneys will charge as many crimes as possible for at least two reasons. First, by charging as many crimes as […]
The Maryland Appellate Court has recently held that pre-impact fear and fright is something for which compensation can be recovered in Maryland car accident cases. In general, victims of negligence and wrongdoing by other drivers who cause accidents can recover compensation for all forms of damages. Forms of damages include: Medical expenses Lost wages Pain […]
No. It is true that subrogation is important in some Maryland auto accident cases. But, generally, subrogation does not directly involve accident victims. Subrogation typically involves insurance companies disputing and attempting to recover payments made either to or on behalf of the victims. Subrogation is legally complicated, so call us at (301) 870-1200 or contact […]
Parents have an absolute right to appeal any adverse custody Order issued by a Maryland divorce court. However, filing an appeal is not the same as winning the appeal. For questions about Maryland child custody and appeals, call the Law Office of Robert Castro. Our number is (301) 870-1200. You can also use our contact […]
When parents get divorced in Maryland, the divorce court must make decisions with respect to custody arrangements. This is true for all minor children under the age of 18. However, matters have an extra layer of complication when a Maryland divorce court is dealing with older children, those who are 15 to 17 years old. […]
Breaking and entering is a crime in Maryland. See Section 6–204 of the Maryland Criminal Law Code, which states that a “… person may not break and enter the dwelling of another with the intent to commit a crime.” This crime is deemed a felony under Maryland law and is technically called “burglary in the […]
You probably will NOT lose custody of your kids if you are arrested in Maryland for DUI, or driving under the influence of alcohol, assuming that the current custody arrangement is based on a divorce case and a custody Order entered by a Maryland divorce court. The following disregards the possibility that the kids could […]
Most victims of car accidents here in St. Mary’s County, Maryland, do NOT have to go to court as part of resolving their claim for compensation. To begin, most Maryland auto accident cases are resolved through the process of insurance claims. After an accident, victims notify their own motorist insurance carrier and then make claims […]
After a divorce in Maryland, sometimes, one or both of the divorced spouses get married to new spouses. This new marriage can be the basis for seeking a new custody Order from the Maryland divorce court if minor children were involved when the court issued the final decree dissolving the previous marriage. New marriages and […]
Under Maryland divorce statutes, both parents are responsible for the upbringing of their children. Thus, when spouses get divorced in Calvert County, Maryland, the Maryland divorce courts will order both parents to support their children. The parent awarded physical custody of the children will “pay” their child support in the form of housing, food, clothing, […]
When a Maryland divorce court makes decisions about child custody in Maryland, the legal standard used is what is in the best interests of the child. Generally, Maryland divorce courts consider involvement by both parents to be in the best interests of any child. This assumes, of course, that both parents want some involvement in […]
Under both the Federal and the Maryland Constitutions, persons are protected against “unreasonable searches and seizures.” And this same rule applies to traffic stops, which are considered a form of “seizure” under applicable law. In general, this means that law enforcement officials cannot make a traffic stop or pull over a motorist without some reasonable […]
Are you looking for a car accident lawyer in St. Mary’s County, Maryland? If you are, call us here at the Law Office of Robert Castro. Use our contact page or call us at (301) 870-1200. We are highly-rated and skilled Maryland auto accident lawyers. Here are some answers to frequently asked questions about Maryland […]
Yes. Victims can seek compensation under some circumstances if they have suffered emotional distress due to the reckless and negligent actions of another driver on Maryland’s highways. Further, emotional distress claims are not uncommon since, after all, driving accidents are often violent and traumatic, particularly if physical injuries also occur. Generally speaking, an accident victim […]
When there are minor children involved in a divorce, the Maryland divorce court must decide any and all issues related to the custody of those children. Under Maryland family law, there are two types of custody being decided: physical custody and legal custody. As the name suggests, physical custody means which parent (or both) will […]
The U.S. Constitution and the Maryland Constitution protect criminal defendants from self-incrimination. Specifically, no person can be compelled to testify against themselves. This is often called “taking the Fifth,” which is a reference to the Fifth Amendment to the U.S. Constitution. If you have been accused of a crime and charged, one reason for hiring […]
Photos and videos of criminal acts can be very powerful and persuasive to a jury and can form the foundation for a conviction. At the same time, Maryland criminal law recognizes that photos and video can ALSO be very prejudicial to a defendant’s chances of gaining an acquittal. A jury’s passions may be so inflamed […]
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