If you’re wondering why there’s no discussion of COVID on my site, that’s because what I’ve written on this topic appears on my firm’s – Joseph, Greenwald & Laake’s – website. Well, look no further… Here’s a quick index so…
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On February 1, 2018, the Court of Special Appeals issued its opinion in Rose v. Rose, a case involving: Alimony termination due to the ex-spouse’s alleged cohabitation in a marriage like relationship pursuant to Gordon v. Gordon; Reimbursement…
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When a parent or spouse is determined voluntarily impoverished, the court may determine child support or alimony based upon the parent’s or spouse’s potential income and earning capacity. In Child Support Cases: Voluntary impoverishment was d…
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A May 2017 Tax Court Opinion reminds us that to qualify as deductible alimony (among other requirements), payment must be required by a “divorce or separation instrument”. This is defined as: – A decree of divorce or separate mainte…
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On June 2, 2017, the Court of Appeals heard oral argument in McGeehan v. McGeehan. To view the video replay: http://www.courts.state.md.us/…/2016/coa20170602caseno93.mp4 The Court of Appeals granted cert as to the issue of whether an oral agreement…
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Prenuptial agreements can save spouses a significant amount of time and money in divorce that would otherwise be spent litigating identification of non-marital property, marital property division, and alimony. Commonly referred to as “prenups,” t… Read More
For survivors of domestic violence, a protective order can be a vital tool for securing immediate relief from abuse. While these orders are typically time-limited, they can be crucial for immediate protection, as well as impact related legal matters,… Read More
Adult guardianship is a legal arrangement that is intended to protect individuals who cannot care for themselves or their property. It grants legal decision-making authority to another individual (the “guardian”) who is authorized to make decisio… Read More
Watching the physical or mental health of a parent or other loved one deteriorate can be heart-wrenching. Beyond the emotional toll, it can be difficult to know whether your loved one needs help managing finances, healthcare, or other daily responsib… Read More
