In the case of Breona C. v. Rodney D., decided by the Court of Appeals of Maryland in November 2021 has significantly changed the way courts determine whether a party has violated a prior court order. In Breona C, the court held that an order holding a person in constructive civil contempt must satisfy certain […]
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A new law will require local school systems to provide equivalent access to digital tools for students with disabilities, including the development, purchase, and provision of certain digital tools that are directly connected to student instruction. The Elijah Gorham Act will alter the requirements for an automated external defibrillator program in public middle and high
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Under the case of Taylor v. Taylor, the court considers the following factors in determining whether to award joint custody or in the alternative sole legal custody. The Factors that the court must consider are as follows: Factors for Custody Taylor v. Taylor 306 Md. 290 (1986) 1. The fitness of the parents current Relationship
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Maryland requires that unmarried persons whom which is child is born sign an affidavit of parentage. The affidavit of parentage is usually signed at the time of the child’s birth. If no affidavit of parentage is signed, the court must establish paternity by having a paternity test administered or in the alternative, the parent can
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Most parents who have primary physical custody make day to day decisions regarding their child or children. In terms of parents with joint legal custody, both parents must consult one another relating to Medical, Educational and General Welfare matters of their child/children. Although the parent with primary physical custody may believe that he/or she is
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School Districts in Maryland have required masks since in person learning has resumed. A judge in Anne Arundel County recently ruled that the mask mandate would be in effect until the end of January 2022. The basis of the court’s ruling was the most recent surge in COVID-19. Howard County schools have implemented masks mandates
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COVID-19 UPDATES https://coronavirus.maryland.gov/ Minimum Wage: The minimum wage in Maryland will increase. On Jan. 1, the rate will go up to $12.50 for people working for employers who have 15 or more employees. It will increase to $12.20 for those working for employers with 14 or fewer employees. Organ Donation: Maryland residents who choose to be organ donors
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Now that COVID vaccinations have been implemented for children from ages 5-11, many parents are at odds regarding the vaccination process as it relates to children. It is very important that parents research the pros and cons of vaccinations and children. If parents have joint legal custody, the parents must be on the same page
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The courts in Montgomery County, Maryland will go live with MDEC on October 26, 2021. To ensure that the transition is seamless, the District and Circuit courts will close on October 25, 2021. Here are some resources that will help those who are not familiar with the electronic filing system currently in effect in other
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