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Slip and fall accidents are among the most common causes of personal injury. While some falls result in minor bruises, others can lead to serious harm, such as broken bones, head trauma, or long-term mobility issues. When an injury occurs on someone else’s property due to unsafe conditions, the question of whether to involve legal […]
In Maryland, there are two basic ways a criminal defendant can be arrested. The first is by police officers at or near the scene of a crime based on actual criminal activity or because of evidence of a crime. The other method is through the process of investigation and submission of evidence to a grand […]
In Maryland divorce and child custody cases, the acronym “BIPA” stands for “best-interest privilege attorney.” This is a neutral third-party attorney appointed by a Maryland divorce court to specifically represent the interests of children in a Maryland divorce. This type of appointment is allowed by Maryland divorce laws. However, as discussed below, appointment of a […]
Most car accident claims in Charles County, Maryland, are resolved through insurance negotiations and settlements. Insurance companies settle claims because that is the purpose of providing insurance coverage, and because it is less expensive for the insurance companies to settle a claim rather than having the claim litigated. Motorist insurance policies require payment by the […]
Defending against criminal charges in Maryland can involve many complex legal challenges and issues. Many legal issues focus on whether certain types of evidence can be admitted and used at trial. Generally, what an alleged perpetrator says to other people is evidence that is admissible if the testimony is coming from the person to whom […]
When a Maryland couple with minor children seeks a divorce, the Maryland divorce court will award custody and also order child support payments. Generally, child support is the joint obligation of both parents. By statute, there is a formula that must be used by Maryland divorce courts to determine how much child support is required […]
After a car accident here in Maryland, the motorists will contact their respective insurance carriers. Any injured victim or any person with damage to their vehicle will make claims under their motorist policy. Where an injured victim can prove that the accident was the fault of the other driver, then compensation will be paid through […]
Generally speaking, NO, the police cannot search your vehicle after a traffic stop. But the law with respect to searches and seizures is complicated. So, as a practical matter, the police may be legally allowed to conduct a search if one of the exceptions applies. By the way, one of the exceptions is waiver. That […]
In Maryland, supporting children is the obligation of both parents. If a Maryland divorce court has ordered one parent to pay child support, that parent is in serious danger if they fail to pay. A court order has the force of law for the parties involved, and the court can punish a non-paying parent up […]
In Maryland, hit-and-run auto accidents are typically resolved through the uninsured/underinsured (“UM/UMI”) part of the victim’s motorist policy. That is, at least to begin with, hit-and-run accidents are treated as though the other driver did not have insurance. This is, of course, generally a positive since the victim will have some insurance coverage to pay […]
Under Maryland law, most DUI charges (“driving under the influence”) are deemed misdemeanor crimes. If you have been arrested for or charged with DUI here in Charles County, Maryland, call or contact us here at the Law Office of Robert Castro. We are experienced and trusted Charles County, MD, DUI attorneys. Contact us using our […]
When a Maryland divorce court makes a decision about child custody as part of a divorce proceeding, it is expected that that decision will remain in effect for a significant length of time. In Maryland, parents who seek to have a custody order changed or modified must begin by identifying a “material change in circumstances” […]
If you have been injured in a car accident in Charles County, Maryland, and the other driver was wearing headphones while driving, the other driver is probably legally liable to pay compensation for your injuries and any damage to your car or other property. Legal liability for Maryland auto accidents is based on the Law […]
When an experienced Maryland criminal defense attorney seeks to defend against criminal charges, one of the most powerful tools is a legal doctrine called the Exclusionary Rule. The Exclusionary Rule is a judge-made Rule that bars the use of evidence at trial if that evidence was obtained or collected after a criminal defendant’s constitutionally protected […]
Yes. Maryland divorce courts have the power and authority to order parents to abstain from the use of alcohol, cannabis, or other substances prior to visitation with their children. However, to impose such restrictions, the court must find that the restrictions are reasonably related to the child’s “best interest.” The “best interests of the child” […]
In most cases, yes. In Maryland, medical bills and expenses related to the treatment of an injured victim following an auto accident must be paid from any insurance settlement or collected court judgment. Any medical claims must be paid prior to the victim receiving the proceeds of the settlement or judgment. Thus, for example, if […]
In a recent decision, the Maryland Court of Appeals ruled that a “bulge” in a defendant’s carryall bag was insufficient to justify a Terry stop-and-frisk by police officers under the Constitution. See Robinson v. State, Case No. 0269, September Term, 2024 (Appellate Court of Maryland, July 17, 2025). Stop-and-frisk cases are mostly governed by a […]
In this article, the experienced and deeply knowledgeable auto accident attorneys at the Law Office of Robert Castro explain some of the features of contributory negligence in Maryland and how that can impact the settlement of your auto accident claim. Contributory negligence is a bit complicated. Let’s start with the word “negligence.” That word is […]
Child abuse and child pornography are both crimes in Maryland. When evidence comes to light that might implicate these crimes, Maryland prosecuting attorneys have a variety of ways of charging crimes and seeking convictions. A good example comes from the case of Turenne v. State, 321 A. 3d 697 (Md: Court of Appeals 2024). In […]
Yes. Essentially, the Maryland divorce court is given the authority to fashion almost any child custody award and create almost any set of conditions for that custody as long as the court determines that such is in the best interests of the child or children. This is what the higher courts in Maryland have decided, […]
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