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A Video Conversation with David Carberry, CEO of Enradius- Part 3- On Mobile Technology

This content has been archived. It may no longer be relevantClick here for Part 1, Part 2 Giving organizations the tools and data to reach the right customers   David Carberry is the CEO of Enradius. With offices in Baltimore, Philadelphia, Florida, and Michigan, Enradius is a digital marketing and advertising company that harnesses geo-targeted…

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Is Selective Enforcement of Restrictions Acceptable?

Q:  Some of my neighbors and I recently received notices for violations of our community’s restrictive covenants (CCRs) based on the condition of our lawns. However, the homeowner across the street from me has four or five commercial vehicles parked in the driveway, often on the street, and sometimes on his lawn. My understanding is…

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Read | Delete: The Gig Economy is Booming

The Gig Economy is Booming – You’ve probably noticed how businesses such as Uber and Airbnb are hiring. These companies are only two examples of the burgeoning “sharing economy.” A shared economy is one that starts with an app or a website and facilitates the exchange of goods or services between a wide variety of…

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A Video Conversation with Graham Dodge, CEO of Sickweather- Part 3- On Returning to Baltimore

Click here for Part 1, Part 2 Tapping into social networks to help individuals and their families forecast and avoid illness Graham Dodge is the CEO of Sickweather. Similar to the way meteorological radars scan for indications of inclement weather conditions, Sickweather draws from social network conversation in real time to generate a live map…

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M & A Nuggets: Seller Financing? – Protect Yourself

A purchaser may not have the financial wherewithal to fund, or obtain a loan for, 100% of the purchase price for your business. The purchaser may therefore request that part of the purchase price be paid in the form of seller financing.  This often occurs when the purchaser obtains an SBA loan to fund part…

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Major Decision on Custody and Visitation Issued by Maryland Court of Appeals

On July 7, 2016, the Maryland Court of Appeals issued an important decision changing family law as it pertains to non-parents seeking custody or visitation of children. The Court said that it was correcting a prior law that was clearly wrong and has been undermined by the passage of time, and permitted a de facto…

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The Weekly Scenario: Setting Up A Life Estate

Question: About 10 years ago, my mother set up a life estate for her residence with my sister and I as remainder individuals. My sister is considering moving into my mother’s home to care for her. What happens when my mother passes away as far as the sale of the home? If my sister wants…

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A Video Conversation with Tim Chase, CEO of WMS Partners- Part 2- Keys To Success

Click Here for Part 1 Reinventing wealth management by doing what’s best for the client Tim Chase is the CEO of WMS Partners. Based in Towson, Maryland, WMS Partners is a  multi-family office, wealth management, and investment advisory firm focused on helping individuals and their families meet their long-term financial goals, secure their wealth, and…

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What to Expect When Meeting with a Family Law Attorney for the First Time

If you are contacting a family law attorney for the first time, your head is probably swimming with questions and concerns. As an attorney with over a decade of experience in family law, I understand that this first meeting can be extremely intimidating. Here is some insight into what to expect at your first meeting…

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Friday Factoid: Don’t Forget About Trade Dress!

One can protect elements of a product that constitute “trade dress.” Trade dress refers to distinguishing and non-functional elements that affect the overall “look and feel” of the owner’s goods or services. Such elements may include a product’s shape, color, size, texture or configuration, or even the décor in which the owner’s services are offered….

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