How long do you have to report a car accident injury in Maryland?
A question we are often asked at the Law Offices of Nick Del Pizzo is, how long do you have to report a car accident injury in Maryland? We find many people are unsure of how long after a car accident you have to report an injury in Maryland. If an accident results in death […]
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What Can I Keep in a Chapter 7 Bankruptcy?
For an individual, there are two types of bankruptcy–a Chapter 7, which is a liquidation, and a Chapter 13, which is a reorganization of debts. The names come from the part of the federal bankruptcy code that provides information and requirements for both legal proceedings. Bankruptcy involves both federal and state law. So, you may […]
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What is a STET?
STET is a Latin term that means “let it stand.” According to the Baltimore County state’s attorney office, a STET is an indefinite postponement. A guilty verdict is not entered, but a STET is not an acquittal or dismissal. The charges remain; but they are not active in the system. So what is a STET […]
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When is Drug Possession a Misdemeanor or a Felony?
Compared to a felony, a misdemeanor drug possession does not come along with as severe penalties. There are distinct differences between what makes up a felony or a misdemeanor for drug possession. That leads to the inevitable question of when is drug possession a misdemeanor or a felony? The Law Offices of Nicholas J. Del […]
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How Long After My Accident Do I Have to File a Lawsuit in Maryland?
After you sustain any injuries in an accident caused by someone else’s negligence or wrongful acts, you have only a certain period to pursue a suit for personal injury. So, you may be wondering how long after my accident do I have to file a lawsuit? The precise amount of time you have varies depending […]
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What are the Penalties in Maryland for Possession of an Unregulated Firearm?
Maryland has some of the toughest gun laws in the nation. They are without a doubt strict. In this state they regulate the sale, transfer, rent, and possession of regulated firearms. All private transfers of regulated firearms must be processed through a licensed dealer or designated law enforcement agency which must conduct a background check […]
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What is a Probation Before Judgement
You may have heard of the common term of phrase for this court ruling “PBJ,” or probation before judgment, but what exactly is a probation before judgment? Well, this is another positive outcome in a case for you. With the Law Office of Nicholas Del Pizzo, we will take a more in-depth look. Answering the […]
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Can you get compensation for a misdiagnosis in Maryland?
Misdiagnosis can mean that your condition goes untreated for a long time, and you may get worse while you wait for more information. Additionally, if you are diagnosed with the wrong condition, you could undergo unnecessary treatment. This could lead to significant medical expenses and serious physical harm and mental distress, potentially including irreversible harm. […]
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Why is medical malpractice a civil case, and not a criminal case?
Medical malpractice is defined as any case of negligence in a medical setting that endangers the health and safety of patients. This can include not only failing to provide patients with the attention they need while staying in a hospital or care facility, but also committing surgery errors, administering unnecessary medications or treatment, ignoring symptoms, […]
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Do Insurance Companies Cover Parking Lot Accidents in Maryland?
Drivers who are involved in parking accidents sometimes think the insurance situation is different than that of wrecks on the open road. A common question we receive at the Law Offices of Nicholas J. Del Pizzo, a personal injury lawyer in Dundalk, MD is do insurance companies cover parking lot accidents in Maryland? Even if […]
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