Bad blood can complicate family matters and as a grandparent, you may feel like a bystander when parents bicker over your grandchildren. In the worst cases, parents may even deny you the right to see your grandchildren. When you want to see your grandchildren...
Month: September 2022
Divorce in Maryland: How Long Does It Take?
What is a divorce? A divorce is the legal termination of a marriage. This is usually ordered by a judge or other similar legal authority. People can choose to remarry once a divorce has been finalized. Why do couples get divorced? There are many reasons why spouses...
How To Prove Grounds For Divorce in Maryland
What are grounds for divorce? Grounds for divorce are the reasons a person is seeking the end of their marriage. One or more reasons may be supplied by one or both parties. A reason is not necessary unless the petitioner is seeking an absolute divorce (which will...
What To Do When Your Ex Refuses the Child Visitation Agreement?
What is child visitation refusal? Child visitation refusal can occur when a parent forbids the non-custodial parent from seeing or spending time with their children. There are many reasons why this occurs. The custodial guardian may still be upset with their former...
Grounds for Divorce in Maryland Defined
What are grounds for divorce? Grounds for divorce refer to the reasons why a partner is seeking to end their marriage. Grounds are typically only expected for an absolute divorce. They don’t necessarily need to be given for a limited divorce, because limited divorces...
Living Arrangements During Divorce in Maryland
Do I have to leave my home if I’m getting divorced? Current Maryland laws do not require couples to live apart if they choose to separate or seek a divorce. They may both live together in the same home for as long as they wish. The only residency requirement is that...
Child Visitation in Maryland: Everything You Need To Know
What is child visitation? Child visitation allows both parents to set up a schedule when they are allowed to spend time with their children. Equal time should be given to both parents. The places where visitation occurs may vary depending on the particular agreement...
Frequently Asked Questions: Child Support in Maryland
What is child support? Child support is a certain dollar amount that is paid to the person who has physical custody of a couple’s children. This usually begins after a separation or divorce. The exact amount and duration of those payments should be clearly specified...
Sexual Stalking in Maryland Defined
What is sexual stalking? Stalking is defined as approaching or following an individual on a repeated basis with the intention of putting that person in fear of assault or bodily injury. A sexual stalker may attempt to engage or threaten unwanted sexual contact or...
Fourth Degree Sexual Offenses in Maryland: FAQs
What is a sexual offense? A sexual offense is a form of sexual contact or other sexual activity that is performed without the other party’s consent. The activity may be illegal if it was conducted with someone who was under the age of legal consent (which is age 16 in...