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James McHenry Appointed As Permanent Director Of EOIR

On January 10, 2018, Attorney General Jeff Sessions appointed James McHenry as the permanent Director of the Executive Office for Immigration Review (EOIR). McHenry had been serving as Acting Director since May 30, 2017.

When Are You Entitled to Alimony and Maintenance?

Alimony and maintenance are generally granted to maintain the status of one spouse if they lack the ability to reasonably care for their needs on their own.

6 Tips for Handling a DUI Stop

Tips on handling a DUI stop or checkpoint. Simple mistakes could cause a wrongful arrest or charge. DUI's are expensive - do not allow them to cost you for not knowing how to handle a situation properly. Good tips to keep in mind during any traffic stop to help the process be over quickly without consequences escalating beyond what the situation requires.

What If Your Work Injury Was so Severe That You Can’t Return to Work in the Same Capacity?

If you can’t return to the same career path that you had before you were injured, then you might be entitled to receive vocational rehabilitation for your injuries.

Trump Administration Asks Supreme Court To Hear DACA Case

On January 16, 2018, the Trump administration petitioned for a writ of certiorari before judgment in United States Department of Homeland Security v. Regents of the University of California.

Maryland legislatures consider expanding ignition interlock law

Lawmakers in Maryland are considering passing a law that would require installation of an ignition interlock device for all drunk driving offenses.

Maryland legislature considers increased penalties for DUI offenders

Maryland may continue to increase the severity of penalties for drunk driving crimes.

Two Maryland cases shed light on aggravated DUI charges and punishments

When you injure someone while driving under the influence of alcohol, it could mean a substantial ratcheting up of punishments.

Caught in SPIDRE’s web? Get help from a Maryland DUI defense lawyer

SPIDRE isn’t an arachnid, but it’s just as scary. SPIDRE stands for State Police Impaired Driving Effort, and SPIDRE officers are coming for you.

Drunk driving charges have some unique implications for those under 21

No matter what your age, a drunk driving charge under Maryland law is very serious. Young drivers, however, face unique legal requirements and a distinct set of potential penalties when accused of driving under the influence of alcohol.

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