Filing an insurance claim after an accident you did not cause is a relatively straightforward process in Maryland. Since the state follows fault-based insurance laws, you would – in this case – file your claim with the at-fault motorist’s insurer. But if you sustained...

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Joint child custody: How to make things work
On behalf of Law Office of Kari Holm Fawcett | Nov 3, 2020 | Child Custody
The majority of divorces in Maryland are somewhat peaceful. However, as civil as they may be, some issues will take time to agree upon. One of the most common of these issues is joint child custody. Also known as shared custody, this is when a judge orders that both...
ADAS may be reliable, but concerns remain
On behalf of Law Office of Kari Holm Fawcett | Aug 3, 2020 | Car Accidents
Advanced driver-assistance systems, or ADAS, are becoming the norm for newer vehicles, and the global market for this tech is expected to grow from $27 billion in 2020 to $83 billion by 2030. ADAS features cannot prevent all accidents, though. Perhaps you were in a...
Reasons why you need a prenuptial agreement
On behalf of Law Office of Kari Holm Fawcett | May 12, 2020 | Blog, Divorce
Many Maryland couples hesitate to discuss a prenuptial agreement before they are married. Whether you feel uncomfortable discussing divorce before getting married or you do not want to talk about money, you may be doing yourself a disservice if you shy away from...
After a military divorce, what happens to retirement pay?
On behalf of Law Office of Kari Holm Fawcett | Mar 12, 2020 | Divorce
While divorce rates in the U.S. are steadily declining, the number of couples who ultimately part ways remains significant. The American Psychological Association reports that roughly 40% to 50% of American marriages end in divorce. Military couples who separate face...
Car crashes, trauma and spinal cord injury
On behalf of Law Office of Kari Holm Fawcett | Dec 11, 2019 | Uncategorized
You may not necessarily think of spinal cord injury in connection with a car crash, but because of the sudden impact that occurs, this kind of injury makes sense.However, there are two forms of spinal cord injury. Because symptoms vary, SCI is not always...
What is first right of refusal in a custody agreement?
On behalf of Law Office of Kari Holm Fawcett | Sep 16, 2019 | Uncategorized
Raising good kids can be challenging for any parent. If you live in a post-divorce family, though, you likely face additional hurdles to overcome. Fortunately, co-parenting allows you to continue to see your kids according to the terms of your custody...
How a car accident may result in carpal tunnel
On behalf of Law Office of Kari Holm Fawcett | Jun 17, 2019 | Uncategorized
It seems like every Maryland commute brings another crash scene. The increase in drivers on already clogged roads is doing nothing to stop it either.When you get into an accident, things that happen inside the vehicle may remain a mystery, even when the dust...
What types of divorce exist in Maryland?
On behalf of Law Office of Kari Holm Fawcett | Mar 18, 2019 | Uncategorized
Deciding on divorce is something that does not happen overnight. Typically, many factors all lead to the same conclusion: the marriage is over. A repair is not possible.Living in Maryland, you may want to know what options you have for ending your marriage. The rules...
How common is substance abuse among truckers?
On behalf of Law Office of Kari Holm Fawcett | Dec 17, 2018 | Uncategorized
Many drivers across Maryland and the United States prefer to avoid traveling near commercial trucks whenever possible because they can be hard to see and navigate around, among other reasons. While sharing the road with semitrucks is dangerous even when truck...
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