The Legal Minute

The Legal Minute

What is PIP Coverage?

This week, Mark J. Palumbo explains PIP or Personal Injury Protection Coverage. When asked to examine automobile insurance coverage, PIP is one of the policies we review. Personal Injury Protection is a no-fault policy on your insurance that covers your medical bills and 85% of your lost wages if you are injured in an automobile accident. Mark explains that there are several amounts of PIP Coverage one can have but recommends looking at your situation and review with your insurance agent.
 
When using the Personal Injury Practice Group at Davis, Upton & Palumbo, LLC, your personal injury claim will be handled professionally. To learn more about our Personal Injury services click here or contact us today! Our attorneys and staff will be responsive to you, and we will do our best to see that you receive full compensation for your injuries and losses.
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What is Marital Property?

This week, Michael O’Shea explains marital property. Marital property often comes up in a context of divorce proceedings. Under Maryland law, marital property is defined as any property, however titled, that was acquired by one or both the spouses during the marriage. Marital property does not include any property that is directly traceable to the following: property obtained before the marriage, any inheritance or gift by a third-party, and anything that is excluded by valid agreement. Michael goes on to explain, Tenants by the Entirety, which is a term that is used in a deed for real property that is exclusively used during a marriage, and what it entails.
To learn more about our services on Family Law,  click here or contact us today! With the backing of our Real Estate and Corporate and Business Law Practice Groups, we have experience dealing with complex business valuation and property valuation cases.
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Do Grandparents Have Rights to Visitation?

This week, Stephanie B. Noronha discusses whether or not grandparents have rights to visitation. She explains that parents have the fundamental right to parent their children and control decisions regarding a child’s upbringing. This includes custody and visitation rights of his or her child.

Unfortunately, this creates an arduous process of grandparents earning visitation rights if the parents disagree on the matter. Family and domestic situations can be stressful, contentious and emotional. Whether you are faced with separation and divorce, child custody, adoption, child support matters, or issues relating to domestic violence, our attorneys can help you through the process.  
To learn more about our services with Family Law services click here or contact us today! Whatever the matter, it is important to consult with a knowledgeable lawyer who can advise you about your rights.
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What are the legal limits of DUI/DWI?

This week, Michael O’Shea distinguishes the difference between a DUI and a DWI. A DUI stands for “Driving Under the Influence.” This charge means that the blood alcohol content of the driver is .08% or higher blown on a breathalyzer. In contrast, a DWI stands for “Driving While Intoxicated.” A DWI is when the blood alcohol content of the driver is .07% or higher blown on a breathalyzer.

To learn more about our Criminal Defense services click here. Whatever the charge, it is important to consult with a knowledgeable lawyer who can advise you about your rights. Read more

Why Do I Need a Will?

This week, Mark Davis explains why it is necessary to have a Will. A Will determines what happens to your assets upon your death. Without a Will, the laws of intestacy determines who receives the assets. Typically, this is to the closest living relative of the deceased person. However, if there is no living relatives to the fifth degree, the assets are distributed to the local Board of Education.

To learn more about our Wills & Estate Planning services click here or contact us today! We help clients understand their choices. We describe the options in plain language so that there is no confusion. Read more

What is a Short Sale?

This week Michael O’Shea explains that a Short Sale is the sale of a piece of property for less than what is owed on the mortgage. He gives an overview of the process and his recommendations for dealing with Short Sale transactions. Read more

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