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Compliance with Maryland Home Improvement Laws
This content has been archived. It may no longer be relevantAny company or individual that performs construction work for homeowners in the state of Maryland is likely considered a Home Improvement Contractor (HIC) under Maryland Home Improvement Law, which governs contract documents and sales transactions with homeowners. Additionally, there is also the Maryland Door-to-Door Sales…
Elie vs. Ifrah: Online Poker and the Black Friday Backlash
It seems not too long ago that online poker dominated the gambling world. Then it happened: “Black Friday,” the name online poker players gave April 15, 2011. This is the day that the United States Department of Justice began shutting down the popular poker sites. Elie vs. Ifrah: Online Poker and the Black Friday Backlash…
The Weekly Scenario from Steve Shane – 9.23.13
Question: I set up an Irrevocable Life Insurance Trust (or “ILIT”) a few years ago. The trust owns a whole life policy and I would like to access the cash value of the policy. What are my options? Answer: In general, you cannot directly access the cash value of your insurance policy that is now…
Friday Factoid – 9.20.13
Botox was originally invented to treat muscular disorders such as uncontrollable eye-blinking. In 1991, Allergan purchased the rights to make this drug. Allergan then sought and received (in 2002) FDA approval to sell this drug for a new purpose – to treat facial wrinkles. Between 2002 and 2012, sales of Botox grew from $440 million…
We Are Ready To Separate, What Do I Have To File To Make It Official?
We are ready to separate, what do I have to file to make it official? Nothing. In Maryland, there is no filing or legal document that commences a marital separation. All that is required is for the parties to cease cohabitation, i.e. living together under the same roof as husband and wife. While that may…
Inc. Magazine names Offit Kurman to List of 5000 Fastest Growing Companies
Offit Kurman Attorneys at Law is very happy to announce that we were recently named to Inc. magazine’s 2013 list of the 5000 Fastest Growing Privately Held Companies in the United States. This is the third year in a row that Offit Kurman was recognized by Inc. magazine. Founded in 1979, Inc. magazine is a…
What Insurance do I need as a Landlord?
As a landlord, it is crucial that you are properly insured. After all, you do not want to get stuck paying out-of-pocket for a tenant’s personal property in the event of a loss. This can get very expensive very quickly. So the question is, “What Insurance do I need as a Landlord?” First and foremost,…
The Weekly Scenario from Steve Shane – 9.16.13
Question: I am a beneficiary of my mother’s estate. My brother is the Personal Representative. How do I know my brother paid all taxes due and that the IRS will not be coming after me once I receive my inheritance? Answer: There is certainly cause for awareness (if not concern) as a beneficiary of an…
Friday Factoid – 9.13.13
New Line Productions, Inc. in Los Angeles, California protected its FRIDAY THE 13TH mark by registering this term with the USPTO in connection with its motion picture films, television programs, pre-recorded video cassettes, activity kits, clothing, costumes, toys, children’s activity books, temporary tattoos and many other products. Source: USPTO Reg. Nos. 1,791,417, 3,540,929, 3,680,205, 3,680,205,…
Family Law FAQs: Upon Divorce in Maryland, are Marital Assets split 50/50?
The Family Law attorneys at Offit Kurman answer a lot of questions, especially when it comes to divorce. Our attorneys provide clients with quality advice gained through years of experience dealing with literally thousands of divorce cases and the issues that arise both before, during and after the divorce. One question that our attorneys are…
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