Maryland Law
Who Has the Right-of-Way At a Four-Way Stop?
Jill Kolodner | January 6, 2025 | Maryland Law
If you’ve ever approached an intersection and wondered, “Who has the right-of-way at a four-way stop?” you aren’t alone. Numerous drivers get confused about how to apply these traffic laws in real-world situations. This lack of understanding helps explain why 105 people died at Maryland intersections in 2024. Right-of-way laws are essential for safely navigating… read more
What Happens If I Don’t Pay A Ticket in Maryland?
Jill Kolodner | December 18, 2024 | Maryland Law
Receiving a traffic ticket in Maryland can be inconvenient and stressful. However, failing to pay a ticket for speeding or another traffic offense has consequences. The last thing you want to do is ignore it and pretend it will go away on its own. Understanding what happens if you do not pay a ticket can… read more
Do You Need a Front License Plate in Maryland?
Jill Kolodner | November 5, 2024 | Maryland Law
If you’re a driver in Maryland, you might wonder whether you’re required to have a front license plate on your vehicle. Getting to know the state’s license plate laws is important to avoid fines and ensure you’re compliant with local regulations. Maryland’s Front License Plate Law Maryland law requires most vehicles to display both a… read more
Do You Need a License and Insurance To Ride a Scooter In Baltimore, MD?
Jill Kolodner | November 17, 2023 | Maryland Law
In a city as densely populated as Baltimore, getting around by car or truck is not always easy. A more convenient way to travel Baltimore streets is often by scooter. These small, two-wheeled devices are small and agile and can take a rider to places even a bicycle or motorcycle cannot go — at a… read more
Are There Different Types of Motorcycle Licenses in Maryland?
Jill Kolodner | May 30, 2023 | Maryland Law
Every state makes its own laws when it comes to motorcycle licensing — and Maryland is no different. Before you head down to the DMV to register your new bike, you need to know Maryland’s requirements and licensing options for legally riding a motorcycle. Even if you know how to ride a motorcycle, don’t make… read more
Are Lottery Winners Required to Reveal Their Identities in Baltimore?
Jill Kolodner | May 27, 2023 | Maryland Law
If you are lucky enough to win big in the Maryland Lottery, there is a very good chance that a lot of people will suddenly try to become your new best friend, and family members you barely know will be texting you night and day. Money simply has that effect on people, and in such… read more
Window Tint Laws in Maryland
Jill Kolodner | April 19, 2023 | Maryland Law
Before you take your car or truck into the shop to tint your windows, it’s important that you take note of Maryland’s window tint laws. These laws limit the amount of tint you can legally apply to the windows and windshield of your vehicle. Window tints will reduce the light that passes through your windows… read more
Is It Possible to Get Out of Jury Duty in Baltimore?
Jill Kolodner | April 17, 2023 | Maryland Law
One of the most sacred obligations placed upon American citizens is serving on a jury. Juries are essential to the resolution of civil disputes (such as those based on medical malpractice or wrongful death) and criminal cases. In either case, they depend on citizens willingly responding to the call to serve. While serving on a… read more
Vehicle and Driver Requirements in Baltimore for Uber and Lyft
Jill Kolodner | June 16, 2022 | Maryland Law
As of 2022, every state regulates rideshare companies. The last state to regulate ridesharing, Oregon, enacted its laws in 2021. These laws, which refer to these companies as transportation network companies or TNCs, tell Uber and Lyft what they must do to provide ride-hailing services in various states. Maryland’s TNC laws went into effect in… read more
Is Lane Splitting Legal in Maryland?
Jill Kolodner | May 12, 2022 | Maryland Law
Maryland law does not allow lane splitting or lane filtering. These practices reduce the risk of rear-end collisions in slowed or stopped traffic. But they also come with risks of their own. Learn about lane splitting and lane filtering and the legal statuses of these practices in Maryland. Riding a Motorcycle in Maryland Maryland does… read more