The next time you get behind the wheel of your truck or car, remember there are other people on the road who aren’t driving – they’re walking. The cases of pedestrians being struck by cars in 2010 reached 4,280 and the number is expected to rise over the next several... Read More »
Jul
30
Jul
13
Unfortunately, business fraud in the workplace is not all that uncommon. Employee theft and dishonesty affects all types of businesses and yes, even law firms. Often, the violating party is a well regarded employee who has been with the company or firm for many years. That trusted employee is often... Read More »
Jun
07
Now that we’re fully into spring, and heading into summer, chances are you’re looking at a long “honey do” list. You’ve got to plant flowers, pull weeds, and take care of last year’s leaves. There’s also the chance you might be getting tangled up with legal problems stemming from home... Read More »
May
07
Business owners face a variety of challenges on a daily basis. From inventory to growing a customer base, there’s always work to be done. One area where the fearless business owner is apprehensive to tread is the question of incorporating. Many see incorporating as another legal hassle they don’t have... Read More »
Apr
10
It is a moment when dreams begin to take the shape of reality. After countless days of hard work and planning, you are finally ready to put pen to paper on what will be your new store, restaurant or office space. Unfortunately, this is far too often the same point... Read More »
Feb
22
A car accident is not something you can ever predict; however if one does occur, you should know what to do immediately thereafter to reduce the severity of its repercussions. Neil Lanzi, P.A. has compiled step-by-step instructions of what to do immediately after getting into an accident. We hope it... Read More »
Dec
18
Employers may be exposed to liability under the Americans With Disability Act ("ADA") for failing to hire job applicants because of medical conditions that have no effect on job performance. Most employers now realize the ADA was designed in part to prevent employers from firing employees due to disabilities. You... Read More »
Nov
29
A commonly asked question by property owners is, “what rights do they have to protect their property from overhanging trees, plants and other debris from a neighboring property”. In Maryland, reasonable self-help remedies are allowed to prevent injury to one's property due to encroaching vegetation from a neighbor's property. This... Read More »
Nov
15
In today’s extremely busy world, many parents delay the drafting and execution of their last Will and Testament. Besides the ability to direct and control the distribution of your assets after death, a Will may provide for the designation of a Guardian for your minor children. If you do not... Read More »
Oct
27
Businesses today often hire independent contractors over employees, however, the distinction is often blurred and liability may result not only to a third party but also to the Internal Revenue Service. In the event the Internal Revenue Service determines a worker is an employee and not an independent contractor, an... Read More »