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January Proclaimed ‘Human Trafficking Prevention Month’ in Montgomery County
Helping to Identify and Stop Human Trafficking in Maryland The Montgomery County Council has proclaimed January “Human Trafficking Prevention Month.” The announcement comes in recognition of the devastating effects and long-term impacts that trafficking has on its...
How to Stay Safe on the Road During the Holidays
5 Tips for Avoiding Accidents and Driving Safely this Winter The holiday season is upon us, bringing with it winter weather and dangerous driving conditions to the Baltimore area. Tragically, hundreds of people are killed each year in fatal car accidents during the...
Josh Duggar Found Guilty in Child Pornography Trial
The “19 Kids and Counting” Star Now Faces Up to 20 Years in Prison On December 9, a federal jury convicted former reality TV star Josh Duggar of receiving and possessing child pornography. The oldest child of Jim Bob and Michelle Duggar was taken into custody...
What Causes Brain Damage During Birth?
Determining Your Legal Rights If Your Newborn Sustained a Brain Injury at Birth A newborn can sustain brain damage in a matter of minutes. A medical professional’s failure to quickly address signs of fetal distress or a lack of oxygen can result in severe injury or...
What to Do If a Loved One Is Neglected or Abused at a Nursing Home
Reporting Nursing Home Abuse in Maryland Nursing home residents should all receive quality care that meets state and local standards. When a nursing home fails to uphold those standards resulting in harm to a resident, they must be held accountable. If you believe...
Landmark Case Result: Catherine Dickinson & Michael Belsky Secure Favorable Result in Court of Special Appeals for Family of Man Killed at Baltimore Dollar Store
Attorneys with SBWD Have Successfully Argued an Appeal Resulting in Dollar General Landlord Being Held Liable for Death of Employee Attorneys Catherine Dickinson and Michael Belsky of Schlachman, Belsky, Weiner, & Davey, P.A. recently secured a favorable result in...
Hospital Safety in Maryland
A Look at Patient Safety in Hospitals Throughout the State Each year thousands of people die as a result of preventable hospital errors. When you suffer harm as a result of negligence or medical error, you deserve compensation. Many medical malpractice cases can be...
Maryland Hit & Run Laws: 5 Things You Should Know
Hit and Run Accidents Are Dangerous, Devastating, and On the Rise In Maryland, leaving the scene of an accident where there is property damage, bodily injury, or death is a criminal offense. Tragically, it happens all too often, leaving injured parties in a dire...
What Is the Statute of Limitations on Sexual Abuse in Maryland?
Understanding Your Rights As a Sexual Abuse Survivor Sexual abuse is one of the most egregious acts that can be committed against a person. It is also one of the most underreported crimes in the country. Survivors often fear retaliation, particularly when the abuse is...
Man Pleads Guilty to Prostitution and Sex Trafficking of a Minor at Cecil County Hotel
We Seek Justice for Survivors of Sex Abuse & Trafficking On February 25, 2021, Xavier Lee (41) pleaded guilty to prostitution and sex trafficking of a minor. According to the plea agreement, Lee admitted to running a prostitution operation out of a hotel in Elkton...