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When do you need a work permit? How to get a work permit?

If you are in the U.S. on a visa that was granted based on your spouse’s application, a divorce or separation may affect your lawful status and ability to stay in the U.S. You must be careful in choosing whether and when to separate or get a divorce. This article will help you weigh your options.

How to raise your concerns at a Board of Municipal and Zoning Appeals hearing in Baltimore City.

Special laws for landlord/tenant issues

Baltimore City has many special laws regarding lead paint abatement.

When a landlord delays unreasonably or refuses to repair a condition which threatens the life, health or safety of the tenant, the rent escrow law provides several remedies, including the payment of rent into court so that the accumulated funds may be used to pay for repairs.

Baltimore City has a law proscribing how a landlord may dispose of a former tenant's possessions after the tenant has been evicted.

Beginning on January 1, 2019, Baltimore City landlords must have a license to operate their premises or else lose their right to collect rent.

In all residential leases in Baltimore City, whether oral or written, it is implied that the landlord covenants and warrants that the dwelling is fit for human habitation.

Civil rights generally refers to the rights that individuals living in the United States have under the United States Constitution, certain federal laws, the Maryland constitution and certain state laws.

In a child custody case, or a contested child support case, the judge may choose to appoint a lawyer for the child. The judge may also choose to interview the child personally. A child who is at least 16 years old may also choose to ask for a custody change directly.

To file for divorce in Maryland one party must be resident in Maryland. To show that you are a Maryland resident for purposes of a divorce, you must be physically living in Maryland.

Rights of Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program applicants and recipients.

The law allows a larger amount of earnings to be garnished for child support or alimony than for ordinary debts.

Brief overview and available resources for homeowners facing tax sale

In Maryland, the owner of any property - an occupied apartment building as well as vacant, unimproved land - may subject that property to condominium ownership by following the procedure prescribed by law.

Housing Choice Vouchers (section 8 vouchers) cover part of a tenant's rent. Vouchers may also be used to buy a house.