by Stewart Sutton | Aug 15, 2017 | Firm News, General Info
In Maryland, a creditor had 3-years to sue a debtor to collect payment. However, the 3-year statute of limitations would restart if the debtor made a payment to the creditor. Not surprisingly, creditors often would ask debtors to make a small payment so as to trick...
by Stewart Sutton | Feb 7, 2017 | Firm News, General Info
I was recently offered the opportunity to purchase this impressive acrylic award for $110 dollars from a company. I declined the invitation for two reasons. First, the award is a shameless marketing scheme from a business that sells fake honors. Secondly, the use of...
by Stewart Sutton | Feb 16, 2016 | Firm News, General Info
UPDATE: On October 1, 2023, Maryland will eliminate all fault grounds for divorce, including adultery, desertion, and cruel and vicious conduct. There will now be only three no-fault grounds for divorce in Maryland: (a) 6 month separation; (b) irreconcilable...
by Stewart Sutton | Jul 23, 2015 | Firm News
In a divorce, the parties’ Social Security benefits are not subject to division. But did you know that a person’s Social Security benefits are subject to garnishment to enforce a judgment for child support or an alimony arrears judgment? See 42 U.S.C. 659...
by Stewart Sutton | Aug 19, 2014 | Firm News
In December 2014, the Maryland Court of Appeals will hear arguments regarding the extent of a security guard company’s liability for the acts of their employees. Joseph Antonio v. Security Services of America. Maryland Business Occupations and Professionals...
