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There is a common misconception that one can only file for bankruptcy after they have fallen behind on payments of their debt. Although this is the most common scenario in which one may file for bankruptcy, it is not a requirement that you are behind on your payments to become eligible to seek bankruptcy protection…. Read More

The state of Maryland designed its Workers’ Compensation system to grant medical benefits and wage replacement to workers injured on the job—but as our workplace lawyers here at LeViness, Tolzman & Hamilton know, not every injured employee succeeds in their claim, regardless of the strength of their case. If you sustained an injury on the… Read More

Chapter 7 bankruptcy can be a very helpful tool when you find yourself trapped by debt and despairing about your financial future. This process can lead to the discharge of some of your debt and a stop to creditor phone calls. There are some costs and trade-offs that you need to know about before you… Read More

Although statistics regarding eye injuries on the job vary greatly, one thing that is certain is that all employees are at risk of vision damage as a result of their daily work duties. You could be injured in an accident or simply due to performing your job, because it can cause a strain on your… Read More

Bankruptcy may present you with a powerful tool that can help you get your financial house in order. Before you can declare bankruptcy, you need to take steps to prepare for the process. Then, you may have the greatest chance of success in emerging from bankruptcy with the fresh financial start that you need. Here… Read More

When you hear people refer to bankruptcy, they are often talking about the fresh financial start that you can get, free of the debts that have weighed you down for some time. In these cases, they are referring to a Chapter 7 bankruptcy, which allows you to emerge from the process with many types of… Read More

Anyone who works with their hands is susceptible to carpal tunnel syndrome. But until one experiences its debilitating effects, it is a phantom that threatens one’s ability to make a living. Although you may have been warned about it, you might not have taken it seriously that it may affect your ability to continue working…. Read More

Filing for Chapter 7 bankruptcy comes with a trade-off. You are able to have your unsecured debts discharged at the conclusion of the bankruptcy process. In exchange for this fresh financial start, you are subject to a personal liquidation. You must surrender certain ‘non-exempt’ property to the bankruptcy trustee, who would then sell it and… Read More

The Workers’ Compensation system can feel overwhelming, especially when you are trying to recover from a workplace injury at the same time. One of the most common concerns injured workers have is whether they can see their personal physician for treatment. The answer in Maryland is yes, but with some important limitations. What Does Maryland… Read More

Workers’ Compensation benefits provide essential financial support for employees who sustain a workplace injury or develop an occupational illness. Understanding how these benefits are calculated can help you plan for your recovery and ensure you receive the compensation you are entitled to. What Is the Basis for Workers’ Compensation Calculations? Your Average Weekly Wage (AWW)… Read More