Maryland Business Litigation Lawyer BlogIt’s a story we see often: a business starts with the best intentions, often between people who trust each other implicitly. Sometimes, that trust is built on a personal, romantic relationship. But when that relationship ends, the business becomes collateral damage, and the stakes can quickly become catastrophic.
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Silverman Thompson Secures Appellate Court Victory in Property Rights Case
On September 3, 2025, the Appellate Court of Maryland affirmed a prior victory by Silverman Thomspon real estate and appellate lawyers in the Circuit Court for Howard County, with instructions that the trial court issue an order declaring the property rights of adjoining landowners consistent with the appellate opinion.
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Maryland Board of Nursing Safe Practice Program: How It Works
Nursing License Suspension Series Part 3 of 3
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Understanding a Complaint Letter from the Maryland Board of Nursing: A Guide for Health Care Providers Facing Disciplinary Action
Nursing License Suspension Series Part 2 of 3
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Getting a Complaint from the Maryland Board of Nursing: First Steps
Nursing License Suspension Series Part 1 of 3
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Understanding a Complaint Letter from the Maryland Real Estate Commission: A Guide for Real Estate Licensees Facing Disciplinary Action
Receiving a letter from the Maryland Real Estate Commission (MREC) notifying you of an investigation or proposed disciplinary action can be stressful. Understanding the process, however, can help protect your license and reputation. This article breaks down how the process works and explains why early legal counsel can make a significant difference.
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Silverman Thompson Secures Rare Sanction in High-Stakes Real Estate Fraud Case
Silverman Thompson’s business litigation team recently secured a significant and highly unusual sanction in a complex real estate investment fraud case pending in circuit court. The court granted our request to prohibit the defendant—an individual at the center of an extensive real estate fraud scheme—from introducing any testimony or evidence at trial. This extraordinary remedy is rarely granted and underscores the seriousness of the defendant’s discovery misconduct.
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Understanding a Letter from MIEMSS: A Guide for EMS Providers Facing Disciplinary Procedures
Receiving a letter from the Maryland Institute for Emergency Medical Services Systems (MIEMSS) stating you are under investigation can be unsettling. However, understanding the process is crucial. This blog breaks down the EMS disciplinary procedure, from the initial letter to a potential hearing, and explains why seeking legal counsel early can significantly protect your certification, career, and reputation.
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Professional License Suspensions in Maryland
The Maryland Board of Professional Licenses oversees the licensing and regulation of various professions in the state. You can find more information on their website.
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Silverman Thompson Wins Dismissal of Foreclosure and Breach of Contract Case
Homeowners in Florida hired Silverman Thompson to defend a breach of contract and mortgage foreclosure action filed in the Circuit Court for Broward County, Florida. Mark Edelson and Michael J. Levin moved to dismiss the complaint and aggressively pursued their clients’ defenses, arguing that certain key documents were unsigned and therefore violated Florida’s Statute of Frauds, section 725.01, Florida Statutes.
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A New Era of Accountability for Attorney Fees in Debt Collection: Anderson, et al. v. Hammerman, et al.
In a landmark decision in Kathleen Anderson, et al. v. Evan Hammerman, et al., the Maryland Supreme Court ruled that attorneys can be held liable under consumer protection statutes like the Maryland Consumer Debt Collection Act (MCDCA) and the Maryland Consumer Protection Act (MCPA) for submitting false or inaccurate fee affidavits in debt collection lawsuits. This holding is a departure from the traditional protections afforded by the litigation privilege and signals a shift in the legal landscape surrounding attorney fees in debt collection lawsuits.
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Howard University Settles Class Action for $2 Million
On October 1, 2024, the United States District Court for the District of Columbia (D.C. District Court) entered a final judgment and order in the matter of Adavenaixx v. Howard University, approving a class action settlement and release that the parties had executed on May 6, 2024 (which the court had preliminarily approved on June 18, 2024). That judgment came after the court held a final approval hearing the same day at which it granted plaintiff’s motions for final approval of class action settlement and for attorneys’ fees, expenses, and service award. The court approved over two million dollars to be distributed to a class of Howard University students who were unable to attend in-person classes at the university during the height of COVID-19.
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Understanding the Maryland Appeals Process
This article outlines the appellate process in Maryland State court in five parts:
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How to Get a Baltimore County Liquor Board License
The Board of Liquor License Commissioners for Baltimore County (BLLC) is responsible for regulating and controlling the number of establishments permitted to sell alcohol in Baltimore County.
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Federal Judge Blocks FTC Non-Compete Ban, Leaving Agreements Enforceable
On August 20, 2024, U.S. District Judge Ada Brown of the Northern District of Texas struck down a proposed rule by the United States Federal Trade Commission (FTC) that sought to impose a nationwide ban on non-compete agreements. Ryan, LLC v. FTC, –F. Supp.3d – (N.D. Tex., Aug. 20, 2024). The decision halts what would have been a significant shift in employment law across the country had the rule taken effect.