Picture this scenario. You've been sitting at a client's house for several minutes when all of a sudden, you aren't too sure if they're going to show up. You're ready to put in their new cabinets, but where are they? Suddenly, they show up with a new carpenter and they've already signed a brand new contract. The problem is, they signed yours first. Two contracts, but guess who is getting kicked to the curb? Yep, that's right. You...more
If you live in Germany, are visiting Germany, or are immigrating to Germany, you might find yourself in a situation in which you need to have a lawyer. Now, it could be something as simple as accidentally knocking a tree over into your neighbor's yard or it could be something as horrible as turning into a serial killer. No matter what your reason, you might find that finding a lawyer in Germany can be invaluable to you.Picture this...more
DAVID JOSEPH LAPIN v. STATE OF MARYLANDCOURT OF SPECIAL APPEALS OF MARYLANDOctober 1, 2009, FiledThe victim testified that defendant had earlier stated he was going to cut her breasts off and mount them on the wall. Subsequently victim's father called 911. The appellant was convicted by the Circuit Court for Prince George's County (Maryland) for sexual abuse of a minor, second degree assault, and fourth degree sexual offense. Defendant appealed and argued that the trial court erred in declining to give his proposed jury instruction regarding the definition of "abuse" as it pertained to fourth degree sexual assault and that the evidence was insufficient to support his convictions for the sexual offenses.Issues:Whether the trial court erred in declining to give his proposed jury instruction regarding the definition of abuse?Whether the circuit court erred in its instructions to the jury on the charge of fourth degree sexual offense?Whether the evidence was insufficient to support the appellant convictions?The Court held that "In determining the meaning of the term "for the abuse of a party," we turn to well settled principles of statutory interpretation. "'The...more
Hiring a divorce lawyer can be tough, especially when a person knows little or nothing about the law. Yet choosing the right attorney is often the most important decision a person makes during the divorce process. Child Custody in GeorgiaThe most important consideration in most cases will be the attorney's knowledge of child custody and the law...more
CHRISTOPHER LARRY TRIBBITT v. STATE OF MARYLANDCOURT OF APPEALS OF MARYLANDMarch 13, 2008, FiledDuring the 2003 through 2006 school years, Kylie, the victim, was a student in a physical education class taught by Tribbitt at a Queen Anne's County public middle school. Over this time, Tribbitt and the victim grew close. Tribbitt was a...more
Going through the divorce process is probably one of the most painful and unpleasant stages for every spouse. And the last thing you would want to happen is to hire divorce lawyers who deliberately manipulate you or your children in serving his or her personal interests. This is why you should choose carefully a lawyer who will be trustworthy and credible enough to help you cope with this experience. Also, do not wait for lawyers to return your call and inform you about court hearing schedules, as this can utterly waste your time. So the best lawyer that you should choose is someone who will understand clearly your situation and is sympathetic toward your case. He or she should also know how a divorce works. Hence, you should pick from the most experienced divorce lawyers, as they definitely know what to do. The following are some additional steps you should follow when hiring and choosing from hundreds of lawyers out there. As mentioned, experience is the most important qualifications that lawyers must have, especially divorce lawyers. You must check and verify the number of professional experience the lawyer has as well as get a look at the case profiles he or she...more
Joseph Anthony DiBARTOLOMEO, Jr. v. STATE of MarylandCourt of Special Appeals of MarylandJanuary 10, 1985Appellant was convicted in the Circuit Court for Baltimore County of attempted second degree sexual offense and common law assault....more
How considerably does a divorce price? Most of the time, the answer to this is, "a whole lot!" A significant component of this expense is the expenses of and expenditure more than a divorce lawyer. Divorces tend to turn ugly at the...more
Physical and psychological injuries are just two of the many injuries one individual can suffer from. Many people may want legal assistance as they seek justice for incidents that was out of their responsibility but for which they have suffered...more
Planning for retirement is a topic that is not on the minds of many people because, well it is too boring. Some people would rather spend a 1 hour extra of their day in the gym working out or socializing than talking to a financial...more
An accident, in context of accident law, has been outlined as "these kinds of a happening resulting in injury that is in no way the fault of the hurt particular person for which compensation or indemnity is legally sought." Not...more
Is it truly all about the income? In the scenario of most accident lawyers, the answer to this is "no." It is frequent know-how that hiring an attorney for any function will put a gaping fissure the measurement of the Grand Canyon in...more