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Holiday Domestic Violence Can Lead To Divorce

By Hasson D. Barnes |

The holidays are a time to celebrate the bounty of the season for many.  Basking in the warmth of family and friends, good food, children’s laughter, and sparkling lights, the holidays bring out the best in so many. This idyllic picture, however, is nothing close to the reality some face during this season of… Read More »

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Holiday Drinking And Driving

By Hasson D. Barnes |

It’s an oxymoron: how can it be that the happiest season of all is also the deadliest time of year across America’s roadways? Sadly, while the most festive of days consists of family, friends, food, and drink for many, there are those for whom the holidays will forever more be a reminder of senseless… Read More »

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Productive Divorce Negotiations

By Hasson D. Barnes |

If you’re going through a divorce, you know how emotional the process can be. It is usually difficult to converse with someone that you want out of your life; if poor communication was a problem throughout the marriage, it will be even harder now. To achieve the best results in divorce negotiations, then, you’re… Read More »

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When Baby Products Lead To Injury

By Hasson D. Barnes |

If you are a parent, you know that nothing is more agonizing than seeing your child suffer.  Although even the most attentive parent cannot eliminate all possible injuries, most of us do our best. So when our little ones are injured due to poorly designed/constructed products that are specifically designed for kids, what recourse… Read More »

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Divorcing A Spouse Who’s Disappeared

By Hasson D. Barnes |

When you got married, you were realistic to know that it wouldn’t be all sunshine and roses. But you were in love and figured that love would get you through the tough times.  One thing you never could have anticipated is that your spouse would up and leave with not even a breadcrumb to… Read More »

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How Safe Is Your Home Elevator?

By Hasson D. Barnes |

Although the risk is relatively unknown, it is very real indeed.  A number of home elevators that were developed prior to 2017 provide enough space for a small child to get trapped.  It has happened, and the results have been devastating. The Dangers for Kids  While rare, the injuries and deaths associated with home… Read More »

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Will Mediation Be Helpful In Your Divorce?

By Hasson D. Barnes |

You’re getting divorced.  The decisions ahead are countless: Who gets the big screen television, how are the debts divided, who decides which school the kids attend… the list is endless, and increasingly complicated as you get deeper into it. One of the very first things worth thinking about is whether you could benefit from… Read More »

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Medical Malpractice In Maryland

By Hasson D. Barnes |

If you or a family member have suffered serious harm as a result of a medical mistake, negligence, or recklessness, you may be so overwhelmed by the experience that you don’t know where to turn.  This is precisely the situation where having a personal injury attorney working on your behalf can be of tremendous… Read More »

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How To Enforce A Custody Order In Maryland

By Hasson D. Barnes |

If you are dealing with a former spouse who refuses to comply with the custody order that was agreed to in your divorce, you are likely frustrated and unsure of how to proceed.  Should you call the police?  Are there other routes to take that might be more effective and less confrontational?  How long… Read More »

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When A Police Chase Ends In Tragedy

By Hasson D. Barnes |

It was a car chase just like in the movies.  Police had stopped a couple of vehicles for driving violations when they both took off in different directions.  One swerved across the median lines and smashed head-on into oncoming traffic.  Just like in the movies, the sounds and sights were spellbinding.  But unlike in… Read More »

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