Yesterday, the United States Supreme Court denied the petition for certiorari from American Farm Bureau Federation and its allies to evaluate the "clean water ruling" by the United States Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit which had decided that the Environmental…
The Sports and Recreation Law Practice Group at Longman & Van Grack regularly provides recreation law advice to clients regarding the rights of the outdoor industry and the rights of individuals to enjoy outdoor recreation. This week, Canoe & Kayak…
Everyone is fearful of an audit from the Internal Revenue Commission (IRS). An IRS audit causes panic and fear in most individuals and businesses. However, the IRS has recently announced some good news for individuals regarding IRS audit rates. The IRS's…
Most people will respond when asked that if they see another person in peril, they will help rescue that other person. However, rescue liability -- the issue as to whether one's rescue of another person causes legal liability -- is not always…
The IRS has reported that email phishing tax scams have increased by 400% for the upcoming filing season. Taxpayers should be aware that the IRS does not email taxpayers. In addition, taxpayers should be cautious about which tax filing software…
This month, Longman & Van Grack attorney Robb Longman was selected as the Tax Law Contributing Editor of the Greater Baltimore Edition of Attorney at Law Magazine. Robb's Feature Article this month in the magazine is titled "An Overview of Maryland Sales…
With tax filing season in full swing, taxpayers should be aware of their responsibility for the content of their own tax returns, even if they do not prepare the tax return. A significant portion of taxpayers will hire an accountant…
The Potomac River contains many regularly-paddled whitewater and non-whitewater sections. These sections include Great Falls of the Potomac and Mather Gorge of the Potomac. However, once in a while,the Potomac River near Washington, DC approaches flood level -- which creates approximately 124,000…
Laws within different jurisdictions in Maryland, Virginia, and Washington DC mandate the shoveling and removal of snow from public areas and sidewalks adjacent to and on an owner's/operator's property. Different jurisdictions throughout Maryland, Virginia, and Washington DC mandate various requirements…
One often-overlooked legal issue related to property disputes, property damage, and storms in Maryland, Virginia, and DC is potential legal liability related to tree damage, at risk trees, or fallen trees. Trees and other growth from a neighboring property can…
