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In Maryland, a penalty clause for adultery in a post-nuptial agreement is enforceable.

by Stewart Sutton | Sep 5, 2023 | Firm News

On August 30, 2023, the Maryland Supreme Court held that a post-nuptial agreement that contains a penalty clause (also called a “bad boy” clause) for adultery is enforceable.  See Lloyd v. Niceta, __ Md. ___ (2023).  The parties’ post-nuptial...

Obtaining non-monetary compensation in a personal injury case

by Stewart | Jun 26, 2023 | Firm News

Stewart Sutton has represented many clients in personal injury cases against major retailers and Fortune 500 companies. When settlement discussions reach an impasse on monetary compensation in a personal injury case against a major corporation, this is where a...

Maryland Court of Special Appeal now allows self-represented (pro se) parties to file an informal brief in family law cases

by Stewart Sutton | Jan 6, 2022 | Firm News

The Maryland Court of Special Appeals (COSA) now allows pro se appellants to file an informal brief in family law and certain other cases.  The comment to Maryland Rule 8-502(a)(9) rule states: “Informal briefing in the Court of Special Appeals is intended to...

Can emails be subpoenaed from an electronic service provider, such as gmail, hotmail, or yahoo?

by Stewart Sutton | Dec 10, 2021 | Firm News

In divorce or civil litigation, sometimes a party tries to subpoena a third party’s emails from an electronic service provider, such as gmail, hotmail, or yahoo.   A civil subpoena served on a service provider for the production of emails violates the Electronic...

About 20% of Maryland attorneys are solo practitioners

by Stewart Sutton | Jan 28, 2020 | Firm News

When retaining an attorney in Maryland, should the client consider the size of the law firm?  While complex matters may require the resources of a large law firm, most legal matters can be handled by an experienced solo practitioner.   The demographics...
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