Even the most successful people in the world can struggle with depression. Swimmer Michael Phelps has set plenty of world records and won more Olympic gold medals than anyone else, and yet he has dealt with it for years.He said it started in 2008. He'd just taken the...
Drunk Driving Charges
Has Maryland’s alcohol tax increase made our roads safer?
Does increasing the cost of alcohol reduce the instances of drunk driving? That's what a team of researchers at the University of Maryland (UMD) set out to determine.In 2011, Maryland increased sales taxes on alcohol in an effort to generate more revenue for public...
Maryland man charged with hitting state trooper vehicle while DUI
One of the worst possible scenarios when driving under the influence, short of killing yourself or someone else, is probably hitting a law enforcement vehicle and injuring the officer inside. According to Maryland authorities, that's what happened on the evening of...
Drunk boating charges require immediate attention
Drunk driving charges are often thought about as occurring on the roads. These charges can also occur when you are on the water. Drunk boating charges are just as serious as drunk driving charges, so you should make sure that you understand the implications of...
Former Maryland bishop denied parole for fatal DUI
A DUI arrest can happen to anyone who drives while under the influence, regardless of age, social status, income or occupation. It happened in the last days of 2014 to a Maryland Episcopal bishop after she hit and killed a bicyclist in Baltimore, a husband and father,...
Underage DUI charge in Maryland? 3 things you need to know
After months of studying and exams, it is finally the end of the school year. Many will be moving back home for the summer, while others will stay in the area, focusing on working to save up money for the next academic year. If you are one of the students sticking...
Your defense can impact your family, finances and future
We recently discussed the case of a Maryland officer who is facing a drunk driving charge in connection with a road rage incident. This story is a poignant reminder that your social status and job title don't matter if you are driving drunk. Instead of having some...
Maryland officer charged with DUI after road rage incident
A Maryland sheriff's deputy is on administrative leave following an incident in January where he is alleged to have been driving under the influence. The man was reportedly the victim of road rage by a man who shot at him in Parsonburg.According to the Maryland State...
Make your designated driver feel appreciated
Whether you're out for a night on the town, celebrating a holiday or special occasion or are gathering in a sports bar to watch a big game, if someone in your group has agreed to be the designated driver, it's important to take good care of him or her. Many...
Challenging Breathalyzer results
Police officers in Maryland and across the country regularly use breath analysis testing devices (commonly known as "Breathalyzers") to determine the blood alcohol content of suspected drunk drivers. If the result is .08 percent or above (or just .01 for a driver...