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Bicycling in Shadows or Darkness

By Hammad S. Matin |

A bicyclist was killed after a vehicle crashed into him in a Baltimore intersection one Friday evening. After impact, his body flipped from his bicycle and smashed into another vehicle, then bounced onto yet another vehicle. The man was just 44 years old. Staying Safe on Your Bike  Plenty of people enjoy bicycling in… Read More »

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9 Tips when Arrested

By Hammad S. Matin |

If you’ve been arrested, you may find yourself feeling so panicked that you just can’t think straight.  But it’s essential that you hold it together, because mistakes in this situation can be very costly. Try to think rationally and keep these tips in mind: Cooperate: It is NEVER a good idea to resist arrest… Read More »

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Hunter

When Hunters Make Mistakes

By Hammad S. Matin |

Lots of people enjoy hunting, for a variety of reasons.  No one goes on a hunt thinking their weekend will be marred with serious injuries—or even fatalities.  But when accidents occur involving hunting weapons, lives may be altered indefinitely.  If your hunting outing turns to disaster, contacting a local personal injury attorney to deal… Read More »

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Voter Intimidation is Illegal

By Hammad S. Matin |

Although you sincerely believed  you were acting as a patriot when you chatted up fellow voters, you’ve now been arrested and charged with voter intimidation.  What is voter intimidation, and what should you do about these charges? Voter Intimidation Defined  S. code defines voter intimidation as interactions with a fellow voter involving coercion, threats,… Read More »

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When Kids Suffer Because Adults Don’t Lock Up Guns

By Hammad S. Matin |

It was an unspeakable tragedy.  A five-year old child discovered a loaded handgun which was unlocked in his father’s home right here in Maryland.  While playing with the weapon, the child shot and killed himself.  His father, Warin Foster, is facing charges of reckless endangerment, allowing a minor to access a firearm, and manslaughter,… Read More »

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Be Wary of Coercion After an Arrest

By Hammad S. Matin |

Cooperate with police—that’s a no-brainer. But what does it mean? If you’ve been arrested and charged with a crime, provide your name, don’t try to escape, and comply with officer requests.  What doesn’t it mean? Spilling your guts.  Instead, respectfully request an attorney before responding to any provocations, questions, or “facts” the police may… Read More »

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DaycareRoom

When Kids Experience Harm Due to Neglect in Daycare

By Hammad S. Matin |

Your kids are precious, and when you leave them with a daycare center while you work or are otherwise engaged, you want them cared for with the same diligence you provide yourself.  Oftentimes, that is exactly what happens.  But unfortunately, there are sometimes cases where daycare centers are simply not safe, and parents don’t… Read More »

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Racial Profiling Impacts Criminal Justice

By Hammad S. Matin |

Although in some circles it is believed racial discrimination is an appalling—albeit antiquated segment of American history, there are more than a few people of color who contend that it has not been alleviated in modern times.  Discrimination based on ethnicity, national origin, race, and religion can be devastating in multiple settings, none more… Read More »

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When Parents and Childcare Providers Face Liability

By Hammad S. Matin |

The majority of parents have hosted their kids’ friends in their homes or driven a vehicle with kids’ friends present. In other situations, adults provide childcare for others in their homes.  Many, however, are completely oblivious to the legal ramifications should an accident occur. Premises Liability  The fact of the matter is that homeowners… Read More »

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Police Use of Deadly Force Continues

By Hammad S. Matin |

America has seen thousands of protestors standing up to unwarranted police use of force since 2020, when the Gorge Floyd case brought the issue into focus for millions of people. The aim of protests was to bring awareness to a sober issue impacting countless communities across the country and to get police to restrict… Read More »

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