The Baltimore car accident attorneys at The Bishop Law Group know that suffering serious injuries in a car accident can impact all aspects of your life. While your medical bills and lost earnings can add up quickly, they may ultimately represent just a fraction of the losses you sustain as a result of your collision. Traumatic injuries can also lead to significant non-financial losses—including pain and suffering. If you experience pain and suffering after a car accident in Maryland, can you sue for just compensation? As a general rule, if you are entitled to compensation for your financial losses, you are entitled to compensation for your non-financial losses as well. Our firm has built a reputation for excellence in Maryland for helping the wrongfully injured obtain the justice and compensation they deserve after an accident caused by someone else’s negligence. We understand the complexities of Maryland law and we are committed to helping…Read More
When you get injured in an accident, there are two primary questions that should be answered: (1) Who was at fault? (2) How much are you entitled to recover? While determining who was at fault requires a comprehensive investigation, determining how much you are entitled to recover requires a careful examination of the ways your injuries impact your life. At The Bishop Law Group, our Baltimore personal injury lawyers are dedicated to helping the wrongfully injured throughout Maryland. We take the time to fully investigate the facts surrounding our clients’ injuries and we work diligently to recover the maximum compensation they deserve. Below, we take an in-depth look at how personal injury claims are calculated in Maryland. Economic Vs. Non-Economic Losses In Maryland, accident victims are entitled to just compensation for their financial and non-financial losses. Economic losses are those that impact accident victims’ bank accounts, while non-economic losses are those that impact…Read More
If you have been arrested for drunk driving in Maryland, you are facing severe consequences. In order to have any chance of avoiding these consequences, you must fight your DUI charge by all means available. If you don’t fight your charge, you may get convicted and receive a sentence that impacts your life for years to come. The Baltimore criminal defense lawyers at The Bishop Law Group have extensive experience with a variety of DUI and DWI cases. With more than 75 years of combined experience, we offer knowledgeable, aggressive representation for individuals facing drunk driving charges. When you get a DUI in Maryland, what happens next is largely up to you. Here is an overview of the process of protecting yourself to the fullest extent possible: 1. Hire A DUI Defense Lawyer Promptly Given the risks involved with facing a DUI charge in Maryland (more on this below), you will want…Read More
Family law lawyers are attorneys who specialize in matters of family law. They handle legal issues such as divorce, child custody, spousal support, and more. Family law lawyers can serve as mediators when family disagreements arise and represent litigants in family conflicts that go to court. When dealing with matters as important as your family, you want an experienced attorney on your side. The Baltimore family law lawyers at The Bishop Law Group are committed to helping our clients achieve favorable outcomes in a range of complex legal issues. Are you unclear about what types of matters our attorneys can help with? You should consider contacting our office if you need help with any of the following: 1. You Need To Get An Annulment There are two ways to end a marriage in Maryland. The first is by filing for an annulment. When you annul your marriage, it is as though you…Read More
Medical malpractice claims involve situations in which medical professionals, such as doctors, failed to act according to the general standard of care when providing medical care or treatment, thereby injuring a patient. If you were the victim of medical negligence, your first priority is to ensure your health and wellbeing. Then, you need to consider how you will recover the damages you need and deserve. A medical malpractice lawsuit can compensate you for medical expenses, lost wages, pain and suffering, and other losses you incur as a result of your care provider’s negligence. Below are the typical steps involved in a medical malpractice lawsuit. The first step is to hire a Baltimore medical malpractice lawyer to handle your case so you can focus on healing. Step 1: Find A Reputable Medical Malpractice Lawyer If you’ve suffered harm at the hands of a doctor, nurse, or other medical professional, your choice of medical…Read More
In Maryland, issues child custody and visitation are determined by what is in “the best interest of the child”. A Maryland Judge or Magistrate deciding the best interest of the child looks to two (2) cases that have long established a legal interpretation of the phrase “best interest of the child”. (1) Taylor v. Taylor, 306 Md. 290 (Ct. of Appeals 1986), and (2) Montgomery County v. Sanders, 38 Md. App. 406 (Md. Ct. Spec. App. 1978). In both of these cases, the Court establishes a series of factors for the Court to consider when assessing and determining the best interest of the child. Factors including, but not limited to: Primary Care Giver – Who is the person who takes care of the child primarily, including feeding, bathing, clothing, getting the child ready for school, etc.? Fitness – What are the psychological and physical capacities of each parent? Character and Reputation- The Court has the ability to look…Read More
Car accidents, motorcycle accidents, medical mistakes, and other life-altering events can lead to severe emotional distress. Data from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) show that adults across all age groups experience emotional distress at roughly similar rates (ranging from 2.4% to 4.3%), with only minor differences between women and men. If you are experiencing emotional distress after a traumatic event in Maryland, you are not alone. The effects of emotional distress can impact almost every aspect of a victim’s life, making it difficult to enjoy life and activities as they once did. Fortunately, financial compensation is available in certain cases of emotional distress; and, if you have a claim, it may be worth suing for your emotional losses. The Baltimore personal injury lawyers at The Bishop Law Group understand the physical, financial, and emotional losses suffered by accident victims. If you were hurt because of the reckless or careless actions of…Read More
If you are facing a family-related legal matter, there are many reasons to consult with a lawyer. Unfortunately, many people wait too long to seek help, and they end up limiting their options as a result. It is also fairly common for people to try to handle their family-related legal matters on their own. But, while there are self-help resources out there, these resources do not address the unique aspects of any one individual’s circumstances; and, as a result, they are insufficient to meet most people’s needs. If you are contemplating a divorce, if you need protection against domestic violence, or if you are dealing with any other family-related legal matter, you should speak with a lawyer promptly. The Baltimore family law attorneys at The Bishop Law Group have more than 75 years of combined legal experience. We know that issues concerning divorce and child custody can be among the most emotionally…Read More
Divorce in Maryland is a lengthy and intrusive process, involving petitions, discovery, court-ordered co-parenting classes, multiple court conferences, mediations, negotiations of pendente lite and/or permanent child custody and marital separation agreements, and, ultimately, a trial. The process of getting divorced in Maryland is particularly designed to get the parties together on numerous occasions in hopes of the parties working together towards an amicable and reasonable resolution. Once divorce proceedings have begun, most Maryland divorces can generally take anywhere from two weeks to more than a year, depending on the contestability of the pending issues at stake. The complexities of a divorce in Maryland can feel confusing and overwhelming. In the midst of a deeply personal experience, you shouldn’t have to navigate the legal process alone. If you are in need of a Baltimore family law attorney you can trust, The Bishop Law Group can help. In Maryland, divorce timelines may include the following: 1.…Read More
Maryland is home to more than six million people. As a result, our state has some of the busiest roads and highways in the country. Whether traveling alongside locals, tourists, or interstate truckers, drivers in Maryland share the road with an ever-growing number of travelers. Because of this, car accidents are a daily occurrence in the Old Line State. In an instant, a serious car wreck can turn your life upside down. A crash may leave you facing high medical bills, pain and disability, and time away from work you cannot afford. If you’ve been hurt in a collision, you need an experienced attorney in your corner. The Baltimore car accident lawyers at The Bishop Law Group have more than 75 years of combined experience in a range of accident cases. We aren’t intimidated by big insurance companies who try to deny or minimize valid claims. We are committed to fighting for…Read More
