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  • About Us
    • Attorney Profile
      • Arnold F. Phillips, Esq.
      • Robert L. Allen, Esq.
    • Areas We Serve
    • Statute of Limitations
    • Video Library
    • Submit Questions
  • Personal Injury
    • An Overview Of Injury Law
      • General Information
        • Personal Injury Law Overview
        • What Types Of Experts Are Utilized For A Personal Injury Case?
        • Can You Describe Any Interesting Cases Involving Personal Injury?
        • What Are Some Examples Of Witnesses Utilized In Personal Injury Cases?
        • What Are Some Examples Of Cases That Are Not Worth Pursuing?
        • What Is The First Step Someone Should Take After An Injury?
      • Common Issues
        • What Happens When The Other Party Is Not Insured in a Personal Injury Case?
        • What Are Some Common Mistakes People Make After Being Injured?
      • Personal Injury Settlements
        • Why Should I Settle My Personal Injury Claim?
        • How Are The Settlement Amounts Calculated?
      • Hiring An Attorney
        • How Soon After An Injury Should You Contact An Attorney?
        • What Types Of Personal Injury Cases Do You Handle?
        • How Soon After An Injury Should You Contact An Attorney?
        • How Do Attorneys Get Paid In Personal Injury Cases?
      • Types Of Damages
        • An Overview Of Personal Injury Damages
        • An Overview Of Types Of Damages
        • Types Of Compensatory Damages
        • Amount Of Damages
        • Factors Affecting Damages Awards
        • Intentional Harm To A Person Or Property
        • Is Medical Malpractice A Threat That People Generally Don’t Know About?
      • Negligence
        • What Is Negligence?
        • Types of Negligence
    • What To Expect In a Personal Injury Case?
      • How Can I Help My Personal Injury Case?
      • Are Medical Bills Fully Paid In A Settlement?
      • How Does Retaining An Attorney Impact A Personal Injury Case?
      • What Factors Cause A Case To Go To Litigation?
    • Auto Accidents
      • Automobile Accidents
        • An Overview Of Automobile Accidents
        • Motor Vehicle Accidents
        • Auto Accidents Causes
        • What To Do After An Auto Accident
        • Auto Insurance Coverage
        • Is It Necessary to Hire a Personal Injury Lawyer for an Automobile Accident?
        • Auto Accident Injury Data
      • Motorcycle Accidents
        • An Overview Of Motorcycle Accidents
        • What Do You Look For In A Viable Motorcycle Accident Case?
        • How Has Your Experience Been In Handling Motorcycle Accident Cases?
        • General Information Motorcycle Accidents
        • Motorcycle Accident Charts
        • Tips for Preventing Motorcycle Injuries
        • Do The Courts Really Hate Motorcyclists?
      • Bus Accidents
        • Overview of Bus Accidents
        • Bus Accident Charts
        • School Bus Accidents
      • Large Truck Accidents
        • Large Truck Accidents
        • Large Truck Accidents General Information
        • Large Truck Accident Data
      • Fatality Charts
        • An Overview Of Fatality Charts
        • Speeding Fatality Charts
        • State Accident Fatality Charts
      • Pedestrian Injuries
      • Passenger Injuries
      • Seatbelt Issues
      • Speeding
      • Whiplash
    • Uninsured/Underinsured Motorist Coverage
      • What Are The Minimum Car Insurance Requirements In Maryland?
      • What Happens If The Other Driver Is Uninsured?
      • What Are The Top Misconceptions Regarding An Accident Involving An Uninsured or Underinsured Motorist?
    • Airplane Accidents
      • Overview of Airplane Accidents
      • Causes of Airplane Accidents
      • Common Carrier Liability
      • Economy Class Syndrome
      • Immediate Crash Investigation
    • Medical Injuries
      • Spinal Cord Injuries (SCI)
        • An Overview Of Spinal Cord Injuries (SCI)
        • Spinal Cord Injury (SCI) General Information
        • Damages in SCI Cases
        • Effects of SCI
        • Preventing Spinal Cord Injuries
      • Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI)
        • An Overview Of Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI)
        • General Information About Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI)
        • TBI Data
        • Experts Involved In Treating and Proving TBI
        • Indications of TBI
        • Proving Traumatic Brain Injury
    • Harmful Substances
      • Lead Paint Exposure
        • An Overview Of Lead Paint Exposure
        • Lead Paint Exposure General Information
        • Lead Paint Background
        • Paint Data and Statistics
        • Lead Reduction Efforts
      • Pesticides
        • Overview of Pesticides
        • Risk to Children
        • Background
        • Exposure
        • General Health Hazards
    • Nursing Home Abuse
      • Nursing Home Abuse and Neglect
      • Do You Handle Medical Malpractice Or Nursing Home Abuse?
      • Nursing Home Malpractice
      • Nursing Home Checklist
      • OBRA
      • Government Regulation of Nursing Homes
      • Recent Jury Verdicts in Nursing Home Cases
    • Wrongful Death
      • An Overview Of Wrongful Death
      • General Information About Wrongful Death
      • Defenses in a Wrongful Death Suit
      • Damages for Wrongful Death
      • Death In the Workplace
      • Top Misconceptions About Wrongful Death Cases
    • Slip & Fall
      • An Overview Of Slip And Fall
      • Slip And Fall General Information
      • What To Do If You Slip and Fall
      • How Can Someone Know If Their Slip And Fall Case Is Worth Pursuing?
    • Insurance Bad Faith
      • An Overview Of Insurance Bad Faith
      • General Information About Insurance Bad Faith
      • Bad Faith: Insurance Adjusters
      • Do People Sometimes Think That Insurance Companies Are Evil?
    • Dog Bite Injuries
      • Overview of Dog Bite Injuries
      • What Qualiefies For A Dog Bite Case In Maryland?
      • Is Maryland A Comparative Fault State?
      • What Is The Statute Of Limitations For Dog Bite Cases?
      • General Info About Dog Bites
      • Do You Also Handle Animal Bite Cases?
      • Dog Bite Injury Data
      • Preventing Dog Bites
    • Asbestos And Mesothelioma
    • Workers’ Compensation
  • Criminal Defense
    • An Overview Of Criminal Defense
      • What Are The Most Common Types Of Crimes?
      • What Are The Top Misconceptions About Being Arrested For A Crime?
      • How Should You Behave When Being Arrested?
      • How Does Bail Work And How Is It Set?
      • What Credentials Should Someone Look For When Interviewing Attorneys?
      • How Long Do Criminal Cases Take To Resolve?
      • How Long Does The Process Of Expungement Typically Take?
    • Drug Charges
      • What Are Some Common Drug Offenses? What Are Their Consequences?
      • What Are The Laws And Penalties For Drug Offenses?
      • What Are Some Other Issues Involved In Drug Related Crimes?
      • How Long Does It Take To Resolve Drug Related Crimes?
      • What Defense Strategies Are Commonly Used In Drug Related Cases?
    • Fraud
      • Public Fraud
      • Identity Fraud
      • Credit Card Fraud
      • Fraud
      • Bad Checks
      • Financial Crimes Against Vulnerable Adults
      • Counterfeiting and Related Crimes
    • White Collar Crimes
      • Overview of White Collar Crimes
      • Embezzlement
      • Extortion
      • Blackmail
    • Criminal Trials
      • How Often Do Criminal Cases Go To Trial In Maryland?
      • What Are The Common Reasons A Case Can Be Dismissed Pre-Trial?
      • Do Witnesses Ever Fail To Show Up At A Criminal Trial?
      • How Do You Help Clients Determine Whether To Go To Trial Or Not?
    • What To Expect After An Arrest?
      • What Can I Expect In The First 24 Hours After An Arrest?
      • Will I Have A Criminal Court Appearance In The First Month After An Arrest?
      • At What Point In Time Should I Contact A Good Attorney?
    • Assault Charges
      • An Overview Of Assault Charges
      • How Are Assault Charges Defined In Maryland?
      • What Are The Potential Defenses Used In Assault Cases?
      • Why Is It Critical To Hire An Experienced Attorney For An Assault Case?
    • Theft Crimes
    • Robbery
    • Burglary
    • Arson And Malicious Burning
    • Kidnapping
    • Controlled Dangerous Substances (CDS)
  • DUI/DWI
    • Overview of DUI/DWI
    • Reasonable Suspicion & Probable Cause
      • What Is Probable Cause For A DUI Stop?
      • What Should I Do If I Get Pulled Over For DUI?
    • What You Need To Know About DUI Defense
      • What Is The Typical DUI Defendant Like?
      • Can Individuals Represent Themselves Without An Attorney?
      • What Would A Police Officer Consider Suspicious Behavior?
      • When Do The Miranda Rights Come Into Play?
      • What Happens During The MVA Hearing?
      • What Alternative Programs Might Be Available For A First-Time DUI?
      • What Is A Typical DUI Scenario Involving Prescription Medications?
    • Drug Related DUIs
      • Do Drug-Related DUIs Include Illegal And Prescription Medications?
      • Can People Be Charged With Both Drug And DUI Charges?
      • Are There Diversionary Programs For First-Time Drug Offenders?
      • Can I Get A Drug-Related DUI Expunged In Maryland?
      • Why Should I Hire An Attorney For My Drug-Related DUI Case?
    • Prescription Medication DUIs
      • What Happens If Someone Is Pulled Over For Prescription Medication DUI?
      • What Happens After Someone Is Charged With Prescription Medication DUI?
      • Consequences Of A Prescription Medication DUI
      • Factors To Be Considered In A Prescription Medication DUI Case
      • FAQs About Prescription Medication DUI
    • Drunk Driving
      • An Overview of Drunk Driving
      • General Information About Drunk Driving
      • Drunk Driving Charts
      • Blood Alcohol Levels
      • Drunk Driving Data
    • What To Expect After A DUI Charge
      • What Happens When Someone Is Released After A DUI Arrest?
      • What If Someone Misses The Deadline For The MVA Hearing?
      • What Are The Driver’s License Penalties For A Chemical Test Refusal?
      • Will I Have A Court Appearance Within The First Month Of A DUI Charge?
      • What to Expect in a DUI / DWI Case
    • Field Sobriety Tests
    • DUI Penalties
  • Family Law
    • Divorce
      • Top Misconceptions People Have About Working With A Divorce Attorney?
      • How Often Is Domestic Violence Involved In A Divorce Case?
      • Do Men And Women Handle Divorce Differently?
      • How Long Does A Divorce Typically Take To Resolve In Maryland?
    • Alimony & Modifications
      • Which Party Has To Pay Spousal Support Or Alimony In A Divorce?
      • Can The Amount Of Alimony Or Spousal Support Be Modified?
      • How Common Are Post-Divorce Modification Actions?
      • What Is The Process To Modify A Divorce Decree?
    • Child Custody & Child Support
      • What Factors Are Used To Determine The Best Interest Of The Child In Maryland?
      • Is Child Support Awarded In Every Family Law Case Involving A Child?
      • Is A Child’s Preference Considered In A Custody Case?
      • Is The Child Ever Required To Appear Or Testify In Court?
  • Estates & Trusts
  • Verdicts
  • FAQs
    • Criminal Defense
    • Pesticides
    • Lead Paint Exposure
    • Automobile Damage
    • Negligence
    • Drunk Driving
  • Client Testimonials
  • Contact Us
    • Case Evaluation
    • Office Location
  • About Us
    • Attorney Profile
      • Arnold F. Phillips, Esq.
      • Robert L. Allen, Esq.
    • Areas We Serve
    • Statute of Limitations
    • Video Library
    • Submit Questions
  • Personal Injury
    • An Overview Of Injury Law
      • General Information
        • Personal Injury Law Overview
        • What Types Of Experts Are Utilized For A Personal Injury Case?
        • Can You Describe Any Interesting Cases Involving Personal Injury?
        • What Are Some Examples Of Witnesses Utilized In Personal Injury Cases?
        • What Are Some Examples Of Cases That Are Not Worth Pursuing?
        • What Is The First Step Someone Should Take After An Injury?
      • Common Issues
        • What Happens When The Other Party Is Not Insured in a Personal Injury Case?
        • What Are Some Common Mistakes People Make After Being Injured?
      • Personal Injury Settlements
        • Why Should I Settle My Personal Injury Claim?
        • How Are The Settlement Amounts Calculated?
      • Hiring An Attorney
        • How Soon After An Injury Should You Contact An Attorney?
        • What Types Of Personal Injury Cases Do You Handle?
        • How Soon After An Injury Should You Contact An Attorney?
        • How Do Attorneys Get Paid In Personal Injury Cases?
      • Types Of Damages
        • An Overview Of Personal Injury Damages
        • An Overview Of Types Of Damages
        • Types Of Compensatory Damages
        • Amount Of Damages
        • Factors Affecting Damages Awards
        • Intentional Harm To A Person Or Property
        • Is Medical Malpractice A Threat That People Generally Don’t Know About?
      • Negligence
        • What Is Negligence?
        • Types of Negligence
    • What To Expect In a Personal Injury Case?
      • How Can I Help My Personal Injury Case?
      • Are Medical Bills Fully Paid In A Settlement?
      • How Does Retaining An Attorney Impact A Personal Injury Case?
      • What Factors Cause A Case To Go To Litigation?
    • Auto Accidents
      • Automobile Accidents
        • An Overview Of Automobile Accidents
        • Motor Vehicle Accidents
        • Auto Accidents Causes
        • What To Do After An Auto Accident
        • Auto Insurance Coverage
        • Is It Necessary to Hire a Personal Injury Lawyer for an Automobile Accident?
        • Auto Accident Injury Data
      • Motorcycle Accidents
        • An Overview Of Motorcycle Accidents
        • What Do You Look For In A Viable Motorcycle Accident Case?
        • How Has Your Experience Been In Handling Motorcycle Accident Cases?
        • General Information Motorcycle Accidents
        • Motorcycle Accident Charts
        • Tips for Preventing Motorcycle Injuries
        • Do The Courts Really Hate Motorcyclists?
      • Bus Accidents
        • Overview of Bus Accidents
        • Bus Accident Charts
        • School Bus Accidents
      • Large Truck Accidents
        • Large Truck Accidents
        • Large Truck Accidents General Information
        • Large Truck Accident Data
      • Fatality Charts
        • An Overview Of Fatality Charts
        • Speeding Fatality Charts
        • State Accident Fatality Charts
      • Pedestrian Injuries
      • Passenger Injuries
      • Seatbelt Issues
      • Speeding
      • Whiplash
    • Uninsured/Underinsured Motorist Coverage
      • What Are The Minimum Car Insurance Requirements In Maryland?
      • What Happens If The Other Driver Is Uninsured?
      • What Are The Top Misconceptions Regarding An Accident Involving An Uninsured or Underinsured Motorist?
    • Airplane Accidents
      • Overview of Airplane Accidents
      • Causes of Airplane Accidents
      • Common Carrier Liability
      • Economy Class Syndrome
      • Immediate Crash Investigation
    • Medical Injuries
      • Spinal Cord Injuries (SCI)
        • An Overview Of Spinal Cord Injuries (SCI)
        • Spinal Cord Injury (SCI) General Information
        • Damages in SCI Cases
        • Effects of SCI
        • Preventing Spinal Cord Injuries
      • Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI)
        • An Overview Of Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI)
        • General Information About Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI)
        • TBI Data
        • Experts Involved In Treating and Proving TBI
        • Indications of TBI
        • Proving Traumatic Brain Injury
    • Harmful Substances
      • Lead Paint Exposure
        • An Overview Of Lead Paint Exposure
        • Lead Paint Exposure General Information
        • Lead Paint Background
        • Paint Data and Statistics
        • Lead Reduction Efforts
      • Pesticides
        • Overview of Pesticides
        • Risk to Children
        • Background
        • Exposure
        • General Health Hazards
    • Nursing Home Abuse
      • Nursing Home Abuse and Neglect
      • Do You Handle Medical Malpractice Or Nursing Home Abuse?
      • Nursing Home Malpractice
      • Nursing Home Checklist
      • OBRA
      • Government Regulation of Nursing Homes
      • Recent Jury Verdicts in Nursing Home Cases
    • Wrongful Death
      • An Overview Of Wrongful Death
      • General Information About Wrongful Death
      • Defenses in a Wrongful Death Suit
      • Damages for Wrongful Death
      • Death In the Workplace
      • Top Misconceptions About Wrongful Death Cases
    • Slip & Fall
      • An Overview Of Slip And Fall
      • Slip And Fall General Information
      • What To Do If You Slip and Fall
      • How Can Someone Know If Their Slip And Fall Case Is Worth Pursuing?
    • Insurance Bad Faith
      • An Overview Of Insurance Bad Faith
      • General Information About Insurance Bad Faith
      • Bad Faith: Insurance Adjusters
      • Do People Sometimes Think That Insurance Companies Are Evil?
    • Dog Bite Injuries
      • Overview of Dog Bite Injuries
      • What Qualiefies For A Dog Bite Case In Maryland?
      • Is Maryland A Comparative Fault State?
      • What Is The Statute Of Limitations For Dog Bite Cases?
      • General Info About Dog Bites
      • Do You Also Handle Animal Bite Cases?
      • Dog Bite Injury Data
      • Preventing Dog Bites
    • Asbestos And Mesothelioma
    • Workers’ Compensation
  • Criminal Defense
    • An Overview Of Criminal Defense
      • What Are The Most Common Types Of Crimes?
      • What Are The Top Misconceptions About Being Arrested For A Crime?
      • How Should You Behave When Being Arrested?
      • How Does Bail Work And How Is It Set?
      • What Credentials Should Someone Look For When Interviewing Attorneys?
      • How Long Do Criminal Cases Take To Resolve?
      • How Long Does The Process Of Expungement Typically Take?
    • Drug Charges
      • What Are Some Common Drug Offenses? What Are Their Consequences?
      • What Are The Laws And Penalties For Drug Offenses?
      • What Are Some Other Issues Involved In Drug Related Crimes?
      • How Long Does It Take To Resolve Drug Related Crimes?
      • What Defense Strategies Are Commonly Used In Drug Related Cases?
    • Fraud
      • Public Fraud
      • Identity Fraud
      • Credit Card Fraud
      • Fraud
      • Bad Checks
      • Financial Crimes Against Vulnerable Adults
      • Counterfeiting and Related Crimes
    • White Collar Crimes
      • Overview of White Collar Crimes
      • Embezzlement
      • Extortion
      • Blackmail
    • Criminal Trials
      • How Often Do Criminal Cases Go To Trial In Maryland?
      • What Are The Common Reasons A Case Can Be Dismissed Pre-Trial?
      • Do Witnesses Ever Fail To Show Up At A Criminal Trial?
      • How Do You Help Clients Determine Whether To Go To Trial Or Not?
    • What To Expect After An Arrest?
      • What Can I Expect In The First 24 Hours After An Arrest?
      • Will I Have A Criminal Court Appearance In The First Month After An Arrest?
      • At What Point In Time Should I Contact A Good Attorney?
    • Assault Charges
      • An Overview Of Assault Charges
      • How Are Assault Charges Defined In Maryland?
      • What Are The Potential Defenses Used In Assault Cases?
      • Why Is It Critical To Hire An Experienced Attorney For An Assault Case?
    • Theft Crimes
    • Robbery
    • Burglary
    • Arson And Malicious Burning
    • Kidnapping
    • Controlled Dangerous Substances (CDS)
  • DUI/DWI
    • Overview of DUI/DWI
    • Reasonable Suspicion & Probable Cause
      • What Is Probable Cause For A DUI Stop?
      • What Should I Do If I Get Pulled Over For DUI?
    • What You Need To Know About DUI Defense
      • What Is The Typical DUI Defendant Like?
      • Can Individuals Represent Themselves Without An Attorney?
      • What Would A Police Officer Consider Suspicious Behavior?
      • When Do The Miranda Rights Come Into Play?
      • What Happens During The MVA Hearing?
      • What Alternative Programs Might Be Available For A First-Time DUI?
      • What Is A Typical DUI Scenario Involving Prescription Medications?
    • Drug Related DUIs
      • Do Drug-Related DUIs Include Illegal And Prescription Medications?
      • Can People Be Charged With Both Drug And DUI Charges?
      • Are There Diversionary Programs For First-Time Drug Offenders?
      • Can I Get A Drug-Related DUI Expunged In Maryland?
      • Why Should I Hire An Attorney For My Drug-Related DUI Case?
    • Prescription Medication DUIs
      • What Happens If Someone Is Pulled Over For Prescription Medication DUI?
      • What Happens After Someone Is Charged With Prescription Medication DUI?
      • Consequences Of A Prescription Medication DUI
      • Factors To Be Considered In A Prescription Medication DUI Case
      • FAQs About Prescription Medication DUI
    • Drunk Driving
      • An Overview of Drunk Driving
      • General Information About Drunk Driving
      • Drunk Driving Charts
      • Blood Alcohol Levels
      • Drunk Driving Data
    • What To Expect After A DUI Charge
      • What Happens When Someone Is Released After A DUI Arrest?
      • What If Someone Misses The Deadline For The MVA Hearing?
      • What Are The Driver’s License Penalties For A Chemical Test Refusal?
      • Will I Have A Court Appearance Within The First Month Of A DUI Charge?
      • What to Expect in a DUI / DWI Case
    • Field Sobriety Tests
    • DUI Penalties
  • Family Law
    • Divorce
      • Top Misconceptions People Have About Working With A Divorce Attorney?
      • How Often Is Domestic Violence Involved In A Divorce Case?
      • Do Men And Women Handle Divorce Differently?
      • How Long Does A Divorce Typically Take To Resolve In Maryland?
    • Alimony & Modifications
      • Which Party Has To Pay Spousal Support Or Alimony In A Divorce?
      • Can The Amount Of Alimony Or Spousal Support Be Modified?
      • How Common Are Post-Divorce Modification Actions?
      • What Is The Process To Modify A Divorce Decree?
    • Child Custody & Child Support
      • What Factors Are Used To Determine The Best Interest Of The Child In Maryland?
      • Is Child Support Awarded In Every Family Law Case Involving A Child?
      • Is A Child’s Preference Considered In A Custody Case?
      • Is The Child Ever Required To Appear Or Testify In Court?
  • Estates & Trusts
  • Verdicts
  • FAQs
    • Criminal Defense
    • Pesticides
    • Lead Paint Exposure
    • Automobile Damage
    • Negligence
    • Drunk Driving
  • Client Testimonials
  • Contact Us
    • Case Evaluation
    • Office Location

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Law Office Of Phillips and Allen P.A.

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25254 Garrett Highway – Suite 4
McHenry, MD 21541

Phone: (301) 387-2800

  • About Us
    • Attorney Profile
      • Arnold F. Phillips, Esq.
      • Robert L. Allen, Esq.
    • Areas We Serve
    • Statute of Limitations
    • Video Library
    • Submit Questions
  • Personal Injury
    • An Overview Of Injury Law
      • General Information
        • Personal Injury Law Overview
        • What Types Of Experts Are Utilized For A Personal Injury Case?
        • Can You Describe Any Interesting Cases Involving Personal Injury?
        • What Are Some Examples Of Witnesses Utilized In Personal Injury Cases?
        • What Are Some Examples Of Cases That Are Not Worth Pursuing?
        • What Is The First Step Someone Should Take After An Injury?
      • Common Issues
        • What Happens When The Other Party Is Not Insured in a Personal Injury Case?
        • What Are Some Common Mistakes People Make After Being Injured?
      • Personal Injury Settlements
        • Why Should I Settle My Personal Injury Claim?
        • How Are The Settlement Amounts Calculated?
      • Hiring An Attorney
        • How Soon After An Injury Should You Contact An Attorney?
        • What Types Of Personal Injury Cases Do You Handle?
        • How Soon After An Injury Should You Contact An Attorney?
        • How Do Attorneys Get Paid In Personal Injury Cases?
      • Types Of Damages
        • An Overview Of Personal Injury Damages
        • An Overview Of Types Of Damages
        • Types Of Compensatory Damages
        • Amount Of Damages
        • Factors Affecting Damages Awards
        • Intentional Harm To A Person Or Property
        • Is Medical Malpractice A Threat That People Generally Don’t Know About?
      • Negligence
        • What Is Negligence?
        • Types of Negligence
    • What To Expect In a Personal Injury Case?
      • How Can I Help My Personal Injury Case?
      • Are Medical Bills Fully Paid In A Settlement?
      • How Does Retaining An Attorney Impact A Personal Injury Case?
      • What Factors Cause A Case To Go To Litigation?
    • Auto Accidents
      • Automobile Accidents
        • An Overview Of Automobile Accidents
        • Motor Vehicle Accidents
        • Auto Accidents Causes
        • What To Do After An Auto Accident
        • Auto Insurance Coverage
        • Is It Necessary to Hire a Personal Injury Lawyer for an Automobile Accident?
        • Auto Accident Injury Data
      • Motorcycle Accidents
        • An Overview Of Motorcycle Accidents
        • What Do You Look For In A Viable Motorcycle Accident Case?
        • How Has Your Experience Been In Handling Motorcycle Accident Cases?
        • General Information Motorcycle Accidents
        • Motorcycle Accident Charts
        • Tips for Preventing Motorcycle Injuries
        • Do The Courts Really Hate Motorcyclists?
      • Bus Accidents
        • Overview of Bus Accidents
        • Bus Accident Charts
        • School Bus Accidents
      • Large Truck Accidents
        • Large Truck Accidents
        • Large Truck Accidents General Information
        • Large Truck Accident Data
      • Fatality Charts
        • An Overview Of Fatality Charts
        • Speeding Fatality Charts
        • State Accident Fatality Charts
      • Pedestrian Injuries
      • Passenger Injuries
      • Seatbelt Issues
      • Speeding
      • Whiplash
    • Uninsured/Underinsured Motorist Coverage
      • What Are The Minimum Car Insurance Requirements In Maryland?
      • What Happens If The Other Driver Is Uninsured?
      • What Are The Top Misconceptions Regarding An Accident Involving An Uninsured or Underinsured Motorist?
    • Airplane Accidents
      • Overview of Airplane Accidents
      • Causes of Airplane Accidents
      • Common Carrier Liability
      • Economy Class Syndrome
      • Immediate Crash Investigation
    • Medical Injuries
      • Spinal Cord Injuries (SCI)
        • An Overview Of Spinal Cord Injuries (SCI)
        • Spinal Cord Injury (SCI) General Information
        • Damages in SCI Cases
        • Effects of SCI
        • Preventing Spinal Cord Injuries
      • Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI)
        • An Overview Of Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI)
        • General Information About Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI)
        • TBI Data
        • Experts Involved In Treating and Proving TBI
        • Indications of TBI
        • Proving Traumatic Brain Injury
    • Harmful Substances
      • Lead Paint Exposure
        • An Overview Of Lead Paint Exposure
        • Lead Paint Exposure General Information
        • Lead Paint Background
        • Paint Data and Statistics
        • Lead Reduction Efforts
      • Pesticides
        • Overview of Pesticides
        • Risk to Children
        • Background
        • Exposure
        • General Health Hazards
    • Nursing Home Abuse
      • Nursing Home Abuse and Neglect
      • Do You Handle Medical Malpractice Or Nursing Home Abuse?
      • Nursing Home Malpractice
      • Nursing Home Checklist
      • OBRA
      • Government Regulation of Nursing Homes
      • Recent Jury Verdicts in Nursing Home Cases
    • Wrongful Death
      • An Overview Of Wrongful Death
      • General Information About Wrongful Death
      • Defenses in a Wrongful Death Suit
      • Damages for Wrongful Death
      • Death In the Workplace
      • Top Misconceptions About Wrongful Death Cases
    • Slip & Fall
      • An Overview Of Slip And Fall
      • Slip And Fall General Information
      • What To Do If You Slip and Fall
      • How Can Someone Know If Their Slip And Fall Case Is Worth Pursuing?
    • Insurance Bad Faith
      • An Overview Of Insurance Bad Faith
      • General Information About Insurance Bad Faith
      • Bad Faith: Insurance Adjusters
      • Do People Sometimes Think That Insurance Companies Are Evil?
    • Dog Bite Injuries
      • Overview of Dog Bite Injuries
      • What Qualiefies For A Dog Bite Case In Maryland?
      • Is Maryland A Comparative Fault State?
      • What Is The Statute Of Limitations For Dog Bite Cases?
      • General Info About Dog Bites
      • Do You Also Handle Animal Bite Cases?
      • Dog Bite Injury Data
      • Preventing Dog Bites
    • Asbestos And Mesothelioma
    • Workers’ Compensation
  • Criminal Defense
    • An Overview Of Criminal Defense
      • What Are The Most Common Types Of Crimes?
      • What Are The Top Misconceptions About Being Arrested For A Crime?
      • How Should You Behave When Being Arrested?
      • How Does Bail Work And How Is It Set?
      • What Credentials Should Someone Look For When Interviewing Attorneys?
      • How Long Do Criminal Cases Take To Resolve?
      • How Long Does The Process Of Expungement Typically Take?
    • Drug Charges
      • What Are Some Common Drug Offenses? What Are Their Consequences?
      • What Are The Laws And Penalties For Drug Offenses?
      • What Are Some Other Issues Involved In Drug Related Crimes?
      • How Long Does It Take To Resolve Drug Related Crimes?
      • What Defense Strategies Are Commonly Used In Drug Related Cases?
    • Fraud
      • Public Fraud
      • Identity Fraud
      • Credit Card Fraud
      • Fraud
      • Bad Checks
      • Financial Crimes Against Vulnerable Adults
      • Counterfeiting and Related Crimes
    • White Collar Crimes
      • Overview of White Collar Crimes
      • Embezzlement
      • Extortion
      • Blackmail
    • Criminal Trials
      • How Often Do Criminal Cases Go To Trial In Maryland?
      • What Are The Common Reasons A Case Can Be Dismissed Pre-Trial?
      • Do Witnesses Ever Fail To Show Up At A Criminal Trial?
      • How Do You Help Clients Determine Whether To Go To Trial Or Not?
    • What To Expect After An Arrest?
      • What Can I Expect In The First 24 Hours After An Arrest?
      • Will I Have A Criminal Court Appearance In The First Month After An Arrest?
      • At What Point In Time Should I Contact A Good Attorney?
    • Assault Charges
      • An Overview Of Assault Charges
      • How Are Assault Charges Defined In Maryland?
      • What Are The Potential Defenses Used In Assault Cases?
      • Why Is It Critical To Hire An Experienced Attorney For An Assault Case?
    • Theft Crimes
    • Robbery
    • Burglary
    • Arson And Malicious Burning
    • Kidnapping
    • Controlled Dangerous Substances (CDS)
  • DUI/DWI
    • Overview of DUI/DWI
    • Reasonable Suspicion & Probable Cause
      • What Is Probable Cause For A DUI Stop?
      • What Should I Do If I Get Pulled Over For DUI?
    • What You Need To Know About DUI Defense
      • What Is The Typical DUI Defendant Like?
      • Can Individuals Represent Themselves Without An Attorney?
      • What Would A Police Officer Consider Suspicious Behavior?
      • When Do The Miranda Rights Come Into Play?
      • What Happens During The MVA Hearing?
      • What Alternative Programs Might Be Available For A First-Time DUI?
      • What Is A Typical DUI Scenario Involving Prescription Medications?
    • Drug Related DUIs
      • Do Drug-Related DUIs Include Illegal And Prescription Medications?
      • Can People Be Charged With Both Drug And DUI Charges?
      • Are There Diversionary Programs For First-Time Drug Offenders?
      • Can I Get A Drug-Related DUI Expunged In Maryland?
      • Why Should I Hire An Attorney For My Drug-Related DUI Case?
    • Prescription Medication DUIs
      • What Happens If Someone Is Pulled Over For Prescription Medication DUI?
      • What Happens After Someone Is Charged With Prescription Medication DUI?
      • Consequences Of A Prescription Medication DUI
      • Factors To Be Considered In A Prescription Medication DUI Case
      • FAQs About Prescription Medication DUI
    • Drunk Driving
      • An Overview of Drunk Driving
      • General Information About Drunk Driving
      • Drunk Driving Charts
      • Blood Alcohol Levels
      • Drunk Driving Data
    • What To Expect After A DUI Charge
      • What Happens When Someone Is Released After A DUI Arrest?
      • What If Someone Misses The Deadline For The MVA Hearing?
      • What Are The Driver’s License Penalties For A Chemical Test Refusal?
      • Will I Have A Court Appearance Within The First Month Of A DUI Charge?
      • What to Expect in a DUI / DWI Case
    • Field Sobriety Tests
    • DUI Penalties
  • Family Law
    • Divorce
      • Top Misconceptions People Have About Working With A Divorce Attorney?
      • How Often Is Domestic Violence Involved In A Divorce Case?
      • Do Men And Women Handle Divorce Differently?
      • How Long Does A Divorce Typically Take To Resolve In Maryland?
    • Alimony & Modifications
      • Which Party Has To Pay Spousal Support Or Alimony In A Divorce?
      • Can The Amount Of Alimony Or Spousal Support Be Modified?
      • How Common Are Post-Divorce Modification Actions?
      • What Is The Process To Modify A Divorce Decree?
    • Child Custody & Child Support
      • What Factors Are Used To Determine The Best Interest Of The Child In Maryland?
      • Is Child Support Awarded In Every Family Law Case Involving A Child?
      • Is A Child’s Preference Considered In A Custody Case?
      • Is The Child Ever Required To Appear Or Testify In Court?
  • Estates & Trusts
  • Verdicts
  • FAQs
    • Criminal Defense
    • Pesticides
    • Lead Paint Exposure
    • Automobile Damage
    • Negligence
    • Drunk Driving
  • Client Testimonials
  • Contact Us
    • Case Evaluation
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  • About Us
    • Attorney Profile
      • Arnold F. Phillips, Esq.
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    • Areas We Serve
    • Statute of Limitations
    • Video Library
    • Submit Questions
  • Personal Injury
    • An Overview Of Injury Law
      • General Information
        • Personal Injury Law Overview
        • What Types Of Experts Are Utilized For A Personal Injury Case?
        • Can You Describe Any Interesting Cases Involving Personal Injury?
        • What Are Some Examples Of Witnesses Utilized In Personal Injury Cases?
        • What Are Some Examples Of Cases That Are Not Worth Pursuing?
        • What Is The First Step Someone Should Take After An Injury?
      • Common Issues
        • What Happens When The Other Party Is Not Insured in a Personal Injury Case?
        • What Are Some Common Mistakes People Make After Being Injured?
      • Personal Injury Settlements
        • Why Should I Settle My Personal Injury Claim?
        • How Are The Settlement Amounts Calculated?
      • Hiring An Attorney
        • How Soon After An Injury Should You Contact An Attorney?
        • What Types Of Personal Injury Cases Do You Handle?
        • How Soon After An Injury Should You Contact An Attorney?
        • How Do Attorneys Get Paid In Personal Injury Cases?
      • Types Of Damages
        • An Overview Of Personal Injury Damages
        • An Overview Of Types Of Damages
        • Types Of Compensatory Damages
        • Amount Of Damages
        • Factors Affecting Damages Awards
        • Intentional Harm To A Person Or Property
        • Is Medical Malpractice A Threat That People Generally Don’t Know About?
      • Negligence
        • What Is Negligence?
        • Types of Negligence
    • What To Expect In a Personal Injury Case?
      • How Can I Help My Personal Injury Case?
      • Are Medical Bills Fully Paid In A Settlement?
      • How Does Retaining An Attorney Impact A Personal Injury Case?
      • What Factors Cause A Case To Go To Litigation?
    • Auto Accidents
      • Automobile Accidents
        • An Overview Of Automobile Accidents
        • Motor Vehicle Accidents
        • Auto Accidents Causes
        • What To Do After An Auto Accident
        • Auto Insurance Coverage
        • Is It Necessary to Hire a Personal Injury Lawyer for an Automobile Accident?
        • Auto Accident Injury Data
      • Motorcycle Accidents
        • An Overview Of Motorcycle Accidents
        • What Do You Look For In A Viable Motorcycle Accident Case?
        • How Has Your Experience Been In Handling Motorcycle Accident Cases?
        • General Information Motorcycle Accidents
        • Motorcycle Accident Charts
        • Tips for Preventing Motorcycle Injuries
        • Do The Courts Really Hate Motorcyclists?
      • Bus Accidents
        • Overview of Bus Accidents
        • Bus Accident Charts
        • School Bus Accidents
      • Large Truck Accidents
        • Large Truck Accidents
        • Large Truck Accidents General Information
        • Large Truck Accident Data
      • Fatality Charts
        • An Overview Of Fatality Charts
        • Speeding Fatality Charts
        • State Accident Fatality Charts
      • Pedestrian Injuries
      • Passenger Injuries
      • Seatbelt Issues
      • Speeding
      • Whiplash
    • Uninsured/Underinsured Motorist Coverage
      • What Are The Minimum Car Insurance Requirements In Maryland?
      • What Happens If The Other Driver Is Uninsured?
      • What Are The Top Misconceptions Regarding An Accident Involving An Uninsured or Underinsured Motorist?
    • Airplane Accidents
      • Overview of Airplane Accidents
      • Causes of Airplane Accidents
      • Common Carrier Liability
      • Economy Class Syndrome
      • Immediate Crash Investigation
    • Medical Injuries
      • Spinal Cord Injuries (SCI)
        • An Overview Of Spinal Cord Injuries (SCI)
        • Spinal Cord Injury (SCI) General Information
        • Damages in SCI Cases
        • Effects of SCI
        • Preventing Spinal Cord Injuries
      • Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI)
        • An Overview Of Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI)
        • General Information About Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI)
        • TBI Data
        • Experts Involved In Treating and Proving TBI
        • Indications of TBI
        • Proving Traumatic Brain Injury
    • Harmful Substances
      • Lead Paint Exposure
        • An Overview Of Lead Paint Exposure
        • Lead Paint Exposure General Information
        • Lead Paint Background
        • Paint Data and Statistics
        • Lead Reduction Efforts
      • Pesticides
        • Overview of Pesticides
        • Risk to Children
        • Background
        • Exposure
        • General Health Hazards
    • Nursing Home Abuse
      • Nursing Home Abuse and Neglect
      • Do You Handle Medical Malpractice Or Nursing Home Abuse?
      • Nursing Home Malpractice
      • Nursing Home Checklist
      • OBRA
      • Government Regulation of Nursing Homes
      • Recent Jury Verdicts in Nursing Home Cases
    • Wrongful Death
      • An Overview Of Wrongful Death
      • General Information About Wrongful Death
      • Defenses in a Wrongful Death Suit
      • Damages for Wrongful Death
      • Death In the Workplace
      • Top Misconceptions About Wrongful Death Cases
    • Slip & Fall
      • An Overview Of Slip And Fall
      • Slip And Fall General Information
      • What To Do If You Slip and Fall
      • How Can Someone Know If Their Slip And Fall Case Is Worth Pursuing?
    • Insurance Bad Faith
      • An Overview Of Insurance Bad Faith
      • General Information About Insurance Bad Faith
      • Bad Faith: Insurance Adjusters
      • Do People Sometimes Think That Insurance Companies Are Evil?
    • Dog Bite Injuries
      • Overview of Dog Bite Injuries
      • What Qualiefies For A Dog Bite Case In Maryland?
      • Is Maryland A Comparative Fault State?
      • What Is The Statute Of Limitations For Dog Bite Cases?
      • General Info About Dog Bites
      • Do You Also Handle Animal Bite Cases?
      • Dog Bite Injury Data
      • Preventing Dog Bites
    • Asbestos And Mesothelioma
    • Workers’ Compensation
  • Criminal Defense
    • An Overview Of Criminal Defense
      • What Are The Most Common Types Of Crimes?
      • What Are The Top Misconceptions About Being Arrested For A Crime?
      • How Should You Behave When Being Arrested?
      • How Does Bail Work And How Is It Set?
      • What Credentials Should Someone Look For When Interviewing Attorneys?
      • How Long Do Criminal Cases Take To Resolve?
      • How Long Does The Process Of Expungement Typically Take?
    • Drug Charges
      • What Are Some Common Drug Offenses? What Are Their Consequences?
      • What Are The Laws And Penalties For Drug Offenses?
      • What Are Some Other Issues Involved In Drug Related Crimes?
      • How Long Does It Take To Resolve Drug Related Crimes?
      • What Defense Strategies Are Commonly Used In Drug Related Cases?
    • Fraud
      • Public Fraud
      • Identity Fraud
      • Credit Card Fraud
      • Fraud
      • Bad Checks
      • Financial Crimes Against Vulnerable Adults
      • Counterfeiting and Related Crimes
    • White Collar Crimes
      • Overview of White Collar Crimes
      • Embezzlement
      • Extortion
      • Blackmail
    • Criminal Trials
      • How Often Do Criminal Cases Go To Trial In Maryland?
      • What Are The Common Reasons A Case Can Be Dismissed Pre-Trial?
      • Do Witnesses Ever Fail To Show Up At A Criminal Trial?
      • How Do You Help Clients Determine Whether To Go To Trial Or Not?
    • What To Expect After An Arrest?
      • What Can I Expect In The First 24 Hours After An Arrest?
      • Will I Have A Criminal Court Appearance In The First Month After An Arrest?
      • At What Point In Time Should I Contact A Good Attorney?
    • Assault Charges
      • An Overview Of Assault Charges
      • How Are Assault Charges Defined In Maryland?
      • What Are The Potential Defenses Used In Assault Cases?
      • Why Is It Critical To Hire An Experienced Attorney For An Assault Case?
    • Theft Crimes
    • Robbery
    • Burglary
    • Arson And Malicious Burning
    • Kidnapping
    • Controlled Dangerous Substances (CDS)
  • DUI/DWI
    • Overview of DUI/DWI
    • Reasonable Suspicion & Probable Cause
      • What Is Probable Cause For A DUI Stop?
      • What Should I Do If I Get Pulled Over For DUI?
    • What You Need To Know About DUI Defense
      • What Is The Typical DUI Defendant Like?
      • Can Individuals Represent Themselves Without An Attorney?
      • What Would A Police Officer Consider Suspicious Behavior?
      • When Do The Miranda Rights Come Into Play?
      • What Happens During The MVA Hearing?
      • What Alternative Programs Might Be Available For A First-Time DUI?
      • What Is A Typical DUI Scenario Involving Prescription Medications?
    • Drug Related DUIs
      • Do Drug-Related DUIs Include Illegal And Prescription Medications?
      • Can People Be Charged With Both Drug And DUI Charges?
      • Are There Diversionary Programs For First-Time Drug Offenders?
      • Can I Get A Drug-Related DUI Expunged In Maryland?
      • Why Should I Hire An Attorney For My Drug-Related DUI Case?
    • Prescription Medication DUIs
      • What Happens If Someone Is Pulled Over For Prescription Medication DUI?
      • What Happens After Someone Is Charged With Prescription Medication DUI?
      • Consequences Of A Prescription Medication DUI
      • Factors To Be Considered In A Prescription Medication DUI Case
      • FAQs About Prescription Medication DUI
    • Drunk Driving
      • An Overview of Drunk Driving
      • General Information About Drunk Driving
      • Drunk Driving Charts
      • Blood Alcohol Levels
      • Drunk Driving Data
    • What To Expect After A DUI Charge
      • What Happens When Someone Is Released After A DUI Arrest?
      • What If Someone Misses The Deadline For The MVA Hearing?
      • What Are The Driver’s License Penalties For A Chemical Test Refusal?
      • Will I Have A Court Appearance Within The First Month Of A DUI Charge?
      • What to Expect in a DUI / DWI Case
    • Field Sobriety Tests
    • DUI Penalties
  • Family Law
    • Divorce
      • Top Misconceptions People Have About Working With A Divorce Attorney?
      • How Often Is Domestic Violence Involved In A Divorce Case?
      • Do Men And Women Handle Divorce Differently?
      • How Long Does A Divorce Typically Take To Resolve In Maryland?
    • Alimony & Modifications
      • Which Party Has To Pay Spousal Support Or Alimony In A Divorce?
      • Can The Amount Of Alimony Or Spousal Support Be Modified?
      • How Common Are Post-Divorce Modification Actions?
      • What Is The Process To Modify A Divorce Decree?
    • Child Custody & Child Support
      • What Factors Are Used To Determine The Best Interest Of The Child In Maryland?
      • Is Child Support Awarded In Every Family Law Case Involving A Child?
      • Is A Child’s Preference Considered In A Custody Case?
      • Is The Child Ever Required To Appear Or Testify In Court?
  • Estates & Trusts
  • Verdicts
  • FAQs
    • Criminal Defense
    • Pesticides
    • Lead Paint Exposure
    • Automobile Damage
    • Negligence
    • Drunk Driving
  • Client Testimonials
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