Do I Need a Last Will and Testament?
Statistics show that many individuals never create a last will and testament. While not everyone needs to have a will, there is almost always a benefit for an individual to have created a will to ensure that their families are protected and that their assets are distributed in accordance with…
Lawsuit Regarding Maryland’s White Marlin Open Moved to Federal Court
First Place in this years edition of the largest and richest billfish fishing tournament -- Ocean City, Maryland's 2016 White Marlin Open -- is in doubt. Last month, officials from the 2016 White Marlin Open declared a rules violation that could possibly disqualify the winner in the white marlin category. Angler…
Longman & Van Grack Sponsors the 2016 Potomac River Festival and Great Falls Race
The law firm of Longman & Van Grack is proud to be one of the sponsors of the 2016 Potomac River Festival and Great Falls Race on September 10th and 11th. Featuring hundreds of paddlers and many events, the Potomac River Festival is one of the premier river and whitewater sports…
The Maryland Court of Appeals has ruled that Tom Clancy’s Widow is Exempt from Taxes
In a decision entered on Wednesday, the Maryland Court of Appeals has ruled that multi-million dollar share of the estate of author Tom Clancy left to his widow was protected under estate-tax exemptions for widowed spouses. In Michelle Bandy v. Alexandra Clancy, the Maryland high court has decided -- in a…
Daily Record Profiles Attorney Adam Van Grack for Role in Olympic Sports
In Monday's edition, the Daily Record published an article profiling Longman & Van Grack Attorney Adam Van Grack for his efforts and roles regarding canoe and kayak Olympic sports. The article titled "Rockville Lawyer Makes a Splash for Olympians" discusses how Mr. Van Grack is both an attorney at Longman & Van Grack and Chairman of USA Canoe/Kayak,…
Longman & Van Grack Attorney Named Vice Chair of the ABA Section of Taxation Closely Held Businesses Committee
Longman & Van Grack Attorney Robb Longman, who is the current Chair of the Maryland State Bar Association’s (MSBA) Tax Section, has been named the Vice Chair of the American Bar Association's (ABA) Section of Taxation Closely Held Businesses Committee. The firm is thrilled that Mr. Longman is being recognized for his…
Maryland Appellate Court Rules on Abuse Case Argued by Longman & Van Grack
Earlier this month, Longman & Van Grack Appellate Attorney Adam Van Grack argued a seminal case before the Maryland Court of Special Appeals which addresses when an abuse victim is able bring a civil action against an abuser. In Scarborough v. Altstatt, Mr. Van Grack argued to the Maryland appellate court that a sexual abuse…
Longman & Van Grack Welcomes Christopher Battista as Of Counsel
The Maryland, Virginia, and Washington, DC law firm of Longman & Van Grack is proud to announce a new addition to its business law, business litigation, and estate planning practices. Business law attorney Christopher Battista joins the firm as Of Counsel. …
Whitewater Rafting Company Sued Over River Accident
Whitewater rafting and adventure sports pose inherent risks to participants. As a result, accidents sometimes occur. Recently, the family of a man who did not survive an accident on the Roaring Folk River during a whitewater rafting trip sued the whitewater rafting company involved in the accident through a wrongful-death lawsuit filed in Aspen,…
The Tax Consequences of John Oliver’s 15 Million Dollar Debt Forgiveness
Last week, John Oliver, on Last Week Tonight with John Oliver, purchased the medical debt of numerous individuals totaling an amount of approximately $15,000,000. John Oliver set up a company and then purchased the medical debt of $15,000,000 for approximately $60,000. John Oliver then forgave the debt for all of…
The Maryland State Appeals Process
When a litigant wins or loses a case, trial, or hearing, the first question an attorney often hears is: Can we/they appeal. To address this question, we felt it would be helpful for us to outline the process for appealing a judgment in the State of Maryland.
