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Circuit Court Discovery - Answers and Objections

Under the Maryland Rules, you must provide the opposing party with your discovery answers within either 30 days after service of the request or 15 days after the date on which the party’s initial pleading or motion is required, whichever is later.

Maryland AIDS Drug Assistance Program (MADAP)

The Maryland AIDS Drug Assistance Program (MADAP) ensures that people living with HIV/AIDS in Maryland have access to certain medications they need to help them stay healthy.

Expert Discovery

Many cases will require the help of experts. There are two types of experts: "consulting" experts who are not expected to be called at trial and experts whom you intend to call as witnesses at trial. There are special discovery rules that apply to experts.

Separation Agreements

A couple may privately enter into an oral or written agreement to live apart. This is typically called a marital settlement agreement, separation agreement, or property settlement agreement.

Fundraising In Maryland? What You Need To Know About Filing Requirements in Maryland

501(c)(3) non-profit organizations that have secured tax-exempt status from the IRS often ask for donations from supporters. These organizations must file certain forms with the state of Maryland if they wish to ask people or other organizations to donate money.

Home Improvement: Contract Tips

Improving your home is a key part of home ownership. When using a contractor understanding the contract is key.

Reverse Mortgages

What are reverse mortgages and what are the common pitfalls.

Which type of bankruptcy should I file?

For personal debts, most people file for Chapter 7 bankruptcy. A Chapter 7 bankruptcy is quicker and simpler than a Chapter 13 bankruptcy.

Unemployment Insurance Benefits - 3. Appealing a Denial

This article deals with appealing a denial of benefits.

Personal Bank Accounts

This article contains information on different kinds of personal banks accounts, who can access them, and what happens when the owner dies.

Family Safety Planning 1 - Getting Started

This article describes what a Family Safety Plan is and important terms to know.

Social Security and Prisons

This article discusses issues involving Social Security benefits, SSI and the prison population.

Removing Records about Peace and Protective Orders from Public View

Under certain circumstances, you may file a written request to remove from public view the court records relating to a Protective Order or a Peace Order.

Tracking an Offender's Status

Maryland Victim Information and Notification Everyday (VINE) Service and all Maryland courts that have implemented the Maryland Electronic Filing and Case Management (MDEC) system provide crime victims, victim advocates, and other concerned citizens free offender information and hearing notification.

Discovery

"Discovery" is a process you can use to find out information from another party to support your lawsuit. The purpose of discovery is to find out the information you need to prove your case or defend against the claims being made against you. You must figure out who you believe knows information that may be important to your case.