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Tragedy in Greenbelt Leads to Questions About Divorce Law

On the night of May 10, 2019, Bettie Jenifer was leaving the building of Express Employment Professionals in Greenbelt, Maryland when a man appeared in the parking lot. As the founder and leader of the company, Bettie often works into the night. The man approached her and Bettie turned to flee. Armed with a handgun, […]

Don’t Become A Statistic on Baltimore Roads

We know the roads in the greater Baltimore area can be dangerous. A look at recent auto accidents on the streets of Baltimore and the surrounding area serve as good reminder for drivers to stay aware and be cautious, to avoid becoming an accident statistic. Extra Caution Required for Motorcyclists and New Drivers In Edgewater […]

Citizen Drivers Making Home Deliveries More Vulnerable to Dog Attacks Than Ever

Around 5:30 pm on May 19, 2019, police are called to the 3600 block of Endsley Place, an unincorporated section of Upper Marlboro, Maryland. The problem? An American Bulldog has attacked a food delivery driver, biting off part of his ear. Local news agency WUSA9 reports the dog also bites the driver’s neck and face […]

Damage Done by Wealth-Based Driver’s License Suspensions

Learning to drive is often considered a sacred rite of passage for the average American. Driving is a privilege and not a right. We rely on our driving privileges to get to school, work, the grocery store and many other necessary destinations. In fact, roughly 83% of Americans report they drive a car multiple times […]

Maryland Auto Accident Fatalities on the Rise

Maryland has experienced a recent rash of deadly auto accidents. Crashes with fatalities leave surviving family members wondering about liability, medical expenses and the future. Zirkin & Schmerling can help determine who is responsible for your loss and file suit for damages. Call 410-753-4611 today.

Where to Turn for Answers in Baltimore If You Are Considering Divorce

You and your spouse find yourselves at the end of your journey together. It’s difficult to arrive at this decision for any couple. You have a lot of questions, of course. If you live in Baltimore, where can you turn for answers? The Family Division of the Circuit Court for Baltimore City, Maryland hears cases […]

Dogs Attack Children in Baltimore More Than You Think

You and your kids are taking a leisurely walk in the neighborhood after dinner, when suddenly a dog approaches looking clearly distressed. You try to outrun the dog, but your son is bitten before you can get him to safety. What are your next steps? While this is a hypothetical scenario, it happens in Baltimore […]

What It Takes to Prove Wrongful Death

These days, the airwaves are populated with a plethora of reality shows and The Jerry Springer Show was one of the trailblazers – a public “slugfest” that never took itself too seriously, a fit-filled, no-holds-barred cattle call for humanity to air dirty laundry. Even though it was cancelled after 4,000 episodes in June of 2018, […]

Delivery Workers Need Extra Protection from Dog Attacks in Baltimore

An estimated 90 million dogs live in U.S. homes as part of the family and any one of them is capable of biting as protection. Mail carriers and other delivery workers are especially at risk. Zirkin & Schmerling lawyers are experts at winning favorable settlements for dog bite victims. Call 410-753-4611 today.