Sunday, May 31, 2015

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Charles Jerome Ware, LLC is a premier, Maryland-based, nationally recognized and respected, DUI and DWI defense law firm. Among the firm's numerous accolades, awards, honors and achievements is its recognition by its many satisfied clients as well as peers as being among "  Maryland's BEST 10 DUI and DWI Attorneys" [AIDUIA].  For an initial courtesy consultation, contact the firm at (410) 720-6129.  We can help you.


Most if not all states, like Maryland, now have statutory schemes for regulating the chemical testing of drunk driving suspects. DUIs and DWIs can be complex, and have serious repercussions upon conviction, therefore they should be taken seriously upon arrest. At least at this law firm, we treat DUI and DWI charges very seriously.


A fundamental defense tactic we strongly assert at this law firm when defending our clients is that
law enforcement MUST comply with drunk driver testing regulations. For example, some of these regulation required are:


(1) Police or law enforcement operators of breath analysis instruments must have the proper field training;
(2) The laboratories conducting the analyses of blood or urine samples and the regulation of breath machines and reference chemicals must be properly staffed, operated, and licensed;
(3) The samples must be correctly preserved and stored;
(4) The standards for analyses for analytic procedures must be met; and
(5) Proper laboratory and breath machine record must be kept.



Thursday, May 28, 2015

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Divorce can be traumatic, no matter who you are. It can be particularly stressful for children. However, divorce is frequently necessary for people to move forward with their lives in a more positive manner. In my view, from over 30 years of successful representation of parties in divorce actions in Maryland and other states, the basic end-goal of divorce is "survival", not necessarily "winning." In surviving a divorce you win.

Divorce in Maryland can be "contested", which requires adversarial proof, or they can be "uncontested", which are usually based upon a mutual and voluntary separation of at least one year.

Grounds for divorce in Maryland can include at least one year or at least two years' separation (living separate and apart without interruption); adultery; abandonment or desertion; conviction of a felony or a misdemeanor (requiring incarceration for one year under a sentence of three or more years); insanity; cruelty; excessively vicious conduct; etc.

Defenses against divorce in Maryland can include, in some instances, insanity of the accused violator, condonation and recrimination ( solely as mitigating factors to be decided by a judge).

Legal separation in Maryland can come in the form of a "limited divorce"; provided, of course. grounds are established, including: cruelty of treatment, excessively vicious conduct, desertion and voluntary separation.

Annulments in Maryland are granted by the court only in certain rare cases. The legal effect is to void a marriage from the very beginning --- as if the parties had never married.

In Maryland, prior to filing your petition or complaint for divorce, you must have resided in the state for at least one year. However - -- emergency, child custody or other matters may be filed in Maryland without regard to this one-year requirement.

[ Charles Jerome Ware, LLC is a premier, Maryland-based, national divorce and family law firm. For an initial courtesy consultation, contact us at (410) 720-6129.]

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Tuesday, May 26, 2015

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Friday, May 15, 2015

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In over 30 years of  successful legal representation of parties in divorce actions in Howard County and elsewhere in Maryland, I have never handled a case that was not traumatic for them --- regardless of whether they articulated their distress or not.  The fact is that when a marriage comes to an end, spouses and their children frequently face tremendous stress and emotional conflict.  Many things suddenly become new in their lives, including: new living arrangements, new parenting schedules and demands, decisions about marital property and money, etc. Understandably, all of the above can make it difficult for even the calmest person make sound decisions and understand fully the necessary legal process involved in getting the divorce.


Engaging rational and experienced attorneys on both sides in the divorce can obviously be extremely helpful in surviving this difficult and traumatic process. Being better informed in advance about the process can also help:


(1) There are no "winners" in a divorce, only victims and survivors. Therefore, do not enter into a divorce expecting to "win". Enter expecting to "survive" this traumatic experience, and have a better life afterwards. Good lawyering helps in this effort.


(2) Do not make important decisions without consulting an attorney, and thinking the issue through thoroughly. As I advise all of my clients: "measure twice, cut once" when making these decisions.


(3) Always remember: YOU are getting the divorce, NOT your children. Think about that a moment.


(4)  Every divorce is unique; no two divorces are the same. Therefore, do not believe everything other people tell you about their divorce or what they heard about someone else's divorce.


(5) Divorce is principally about the future, not the past. When you enter into a divorce, focus primarily on your (and your children's ) future; despite how awful the past may have been.

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Wednesday, May 13, 2015

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El envenenamiento con plomo es el peligro ambiental evitable numero uno para la salud de los ninos. Las casas construidas antes de 1978 pueden tener pintura de plomo.


-  Las sasas construidas antes de 1950 muy probablemente tengan pintura de plomo.
-  Raspar en seco, lijar en seco y quemar la pintura de plomo puede liberar polvo de plomo peligroso.
-  Las cantidades pequenas de polvo de plomo pueden provocar problemas severos de salud en ninos pequenos y mujeres embarazadas, incluyendo trastornos del aprendizaje y del comportamiento, dano cerebral y muerte.
- Para obtener informacion sobre las tecnicas seguras de renovacion y sobre el envenenamiento con plomo, consulte por favor las siguientes Fuentes de informacion : U.S. EPA,www.epe.gov/lead; and Departemento del Mrdio Ambiente de Maryland, www.mde.state.md.us/lead.

Tuesday, May 12, 2015

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QUESTION: Are there any exceptions or exemptions to the Federal Lead Disclosure Rule (of 1996) ?
ANSWER: Yes.


The Federal Lead Disclosure Rule of 1996 is a right-to-know law that requires notification and disclosure to tenants and home purchasers  by landlords and sellers of certain lead-based paint information.


If the residential unit (apartment or house) being leased or purchased is a zero bedroom dwelling, or if it is housing for the elderly (and no children under the age of 6 reside there), or if the unit has been certified as "lead-based paint free" by a certifies lead-based paint inspector or risk assessor, then the Lead Disclosure Rule does not apply.

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Since some judges and commentators have suggested that in certain circumstances lead poisoning cases are "indefensible", many insurance companies are simply quite reluctant to provide lead poisoning liability coverage in Baltimore; particularly in pre-1978 built residential units.


To be sure, lead poisoning in Baltimore city is a public health problem, particularly in children under the age of 7 years. Prolonged and excessive exposure (ingestion and inhalation of lead) to lead (Pb) may result in adverse health effects, especially for children.


For those infrequent Baltimore residential unit landlords who do have lead (Pb) liability coverage however, insurance companies assert that the very best defense to lead poisoning (Plumbism) claims begins with education and monitoring of their insureds. As lead poisoning defense attorneys, we alos add that  property maintenance, notice to tenants, and record-keeping by landlords is very important.  It is essential that property owners and landlords take an active role in preventing lead poisoning claims, rather than simply reacting to complaints of lead paint violations.

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Charles Jerome Ware, LLC  is a premier, Howard County, Maryland-based, divorce and family law attorney who specializes in difficult divorce and family law situations. For an initial courtesy consultation, contact Attorney Charles Ware and his colleagues at (410) 720-6129. We can help you.


Divorce is already a traumatic experience for most individuals and their families.  Dealing with a toxic spouse who is vengeful or angry for whatever reason, or lack thereof, can make the touchy divorce process even more difficult by dragging out issues that normally could be resolved with better cooperation and compromise, and with mutual agreements outside of the courtroom. With reasonableness and serious-mindedness, for example, voluntary mediation between the parties can be extremely helpful.


For both parties in a difficult divorce, I recommend the following, inter alia:


(1) DOCUMENTATION, DOCUMENTATION, DOCUMENTATION. There is no substitute for documentation of a party's position in a difficult divorce. Frequently, one or both parties may mis-state or even fabricate their positions to get what they want out of the divorce. documentation rules.


(2)  KEEP THE UNFORTUNATE PAST IN THE PAST.  And try very hard to focus on the present and future situations. The parties cannot undue the past, but they can at least work to salvage what remains of their individual futures ( as well as the futures of their innocent children, if any).


(3) SEEK THERAPY If YOU FEEL TRAUMATIZED. As stated previously, divorce is generally traumatic for most people. Seek professional help to cope.


(4)  Of course, GET AN ATTORNEY TO REPRESENT YOU.  This goes without saying. And, be very honest with your attorney.


(5) However, your goal in getting your attorney to represent you in your divorce is not necessarily to "win" the divorce [ whatever that is], but to maximize your opportunities for a fair and just result for you in the divorce. It is my observation that there are rarely any " winners" in divorce; mainly victims.


(6)  EMOTION KILLS; THOUGHT HEALS. Do not make important decisions in a divorce without careful thought and consultation with your attorney.


(7) Remember: You are the ones getting the divorce from each other; NOT your children.


(8) Divorces attract "rubberneckers" ( aka, "gawkers", "busy bodies", family and friends, etc.). And, "everybody" has advice and opinions about YOUR DIVORCE; even those people who have never been married or even divorced. Do not believe everything these other people say about your divorce.

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Charles Jerome Ware, LLC is a premier Maryland-based, nationally recognized and respected, lead paint poisoning defense law firm. For an initial courtesy consultation, contact the firm at (410) 720-6129. We can help you if you have been sued in a lead poisoning lawsuit.


Landlords should be aware that improper lead (Pb) removal from residential units and commercial buildings can increase lead poisoning (Plumbism) hazards by spreading more leaded dust throughout the residence or building. Therefore, lead abatement or removal should be performed by State-certified and  MDE-accredited workers --- for both legal as well as practical reasons.


It is Maryland law that any person who acts as a supervisor or contractor for the purpose of abating or removing lead )Pb) paint shall be accredited by the Maryland Department of the Environment (MDE). Workers who perform "purposeful" lead abatement shall be trained by a training provider approved by MDE.


Lead paint abatement work includes any activity that eliminates or reduces lead paint hazards, including paint removal, replacement of components, encapsulation, or repainting. Examples of people who provide lead paint services include inspectors, trainers, workers, and supervisors.


Although Maryland lead (Pb) law does not cover contractors doing maintenance or renovation work in an owner-occupied pre-1978 built dwelling unit, the contractors need to exercise safe work practices since they can generate lead-contaminated dust.


In many areas in Baltimore city, lead poisoning (Plumbism) is a public health problem. In fact, it is considered by some to be a major preventable environmental health hazard affecting children under the age of 7 years.


Residential units (houses and apartments) built prior to 1978 in Baltimore may contain lead (Pb) paint.
Residential units built before 1950 in Baltimore likely contain lead paint.
Dry scraping, dry sanding and burning lead paint may release dangerous lead (Pb) dust.


For more information on safe residential renovation techniques and lead poisoning (Plumbism), contact us (410) 720-6129; the Maryland Department of the Environment (MDE), 1-800-424-LEAD,http://www.mde.state.md.us/lead; or the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA),http://www.epa.gov.gov/lead.





Friday, May 8, 2015

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Charles Jerome Ware, LLC is a premier, Maryland-based, nationally recognized and respected, lead (Pb) poisoning defense law firm, which has successfully represented landowners and landlords, and other clients who have been sued in Howard County, Baltimore City, and other jurisdictions throughout the State of Maryland and the District of Columbia.  For an initial courtesy consultation, contact the firm at (410) 720-6129. We can help you if you are named as a defendant in a lead poisoning claim or lawsuit.


Lead poisoning (Plumbism) claims and lawsuits are frequently made and filed in Maryland and the District of Columbia.  The reasons include the fact that lead (Pb) concentration in certain areas in this region is a major public health problem.  Lead (Pb) in sufficient amounts can be extremely harmful to the human body, particularly in infants and other children ages up to 6 years. Damages from lead poisoning can be astronomical. Therefore, when sued in a plumbism lawsuit, contact us immediately for a courtesy consultation to discuss your rights, strategies and remedies.  We can help you.

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Thursday, May 7, 2015

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BALTIMORE MARYLAND LANDLORD LEAD (Pb) DISCLOSURE : FEDERAL LAW REQUIREMENTS

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The premier Maryland-based, national law firm of Charles Jerome Ware, LLC defends rental owners and landlords in lead paint poisoning (Plumbism) claims and lawsuits.  For an initial courtesy consultation, contact us at (410) 720-6129.  We can help you.


The Residential Lead-Based paint Hazard Reduction Act of 1992, commonly known as TITLE X, was passed in an attempt to reduce the number of lead poisoning (Plumbism) victims in the United States. TITLE X, is a Federal law and is enforced by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and it enforces regulations related principally to residential rental property buildings that were constructed before 1978.


Following up on TITLE X is the Federal law known as the Real Estate Notification Rule of 1996 ( also referred to as the "Lead Disclosure Rule"). This law is essentially a right-to-know rule that requires notification and disclosure of certain lead-based paint information.  It took effect on September 6, 1996 ( for sellers and lessors of five or more residential dwelling units)  and on December 6, 1996 (for sellers or lessors of one to four residential dwelling units). It, too, deals primarily with residential units (houses and apartments) that were built before 1978.


Since Federal law banned the residential and general consumer use of  lead-based paint in late 1977, housing generally containing lead paint was necessarily constructed prior to 1978.


Essentially, ingested and/or inhaled lead in sufficient quantity can be harmful to the human body. Therefore --- chipped or peeled or cracked lead paint, or lead dust, etc., which is ingested or inhaled  may cause serious harm to humans. DISCLOSURE and NOTICE, MAINTENANCE and RECORD-KEEPING concerning lead-based paint is critical.



Sunday, May 3, 2015

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                                                   SYNOPSIS


For quite a while now, lead poisoning (Plumbism) has been a public health problem in Baltimore and elsewhere in major cities in the United States. Lead (Pb) in Baltimore and other industrial cities  comes from a number of sources including, inter alia, drinking water, plumbing, soil, dust, the air we breathe, some foods , toys, ceramics, pottery, work places, jewelry, etc., and lead-based paint.

In 1977, the Federal government banned the residential use of lead paint both inside and outside of residences in the United States. Therefore, the primary concern over residential lead-based paint comes from residences (houses and apartments) built before 1978. Landlords must be aware of the date their rental property was built, and be prepared to properly maintain the property as " lead-free" as humanly possible.


It should be understood that "uninterrupted" lead paint, alone, is not hazardous to the human body. It "interrupted" lead paint that can be harmful to the body when ingested and/or inhaled: that is, lead paint that is chipped, cracked, in dust form, peeled, etc. Any lead abatement work performed on these properties should be done by Maryland Department of the Environment- lead certified workers. Maintenance, Notice to tenants, and Record-keeping are key for any landlord renting pre-1978 built residential units in Baltimore.


Every landlord for a pre-1978 built property in Baltimore should, at a minimum, be aware of the following two Federal rules:  (1) the Residential Lead-Based Paint Hazard Reduction Act of 1992, commonly known as TITLE X, was enacted in an attempt to reduce the number of lead poisoning victims in the United States. It has important lead(Pb) "notice" provisions in it that landlords should be aware of; and (2) the Real Estate Notification Rule  of 1996 ( also known as the " Lead Disclosure Rule" or the " Disclosure Rule") is a right-to-know law that requires notification and disclosure of certain lead-based paint information.