Filial Support Laws: Picking Up the Tab for Mom and Dad

America is facing a long-term care crisis.  Statistics show that the amount of time elderly people are spending in nursing homes increases each year. This is a result of both the baby boomer generation, as well as advances in modern medicine. Without proper estate planning, children may be the ones left picking up the tab…

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Springing out Powers

Maryland seniors may want to think about updating their estate plan before retiring in the Sunshine State, due to Florida’s Power of Attorney Act.  Recent estate law changes in Florida may prevent power of attorney documents from “springing” into action.

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Tom Dolina Receives AV Peer Review Rating From Martindale-Hubbell®

Bodie congratulates Tom Dolina for his excellent 4.6 out of 5 AV Peer Review Rating. The Martindale-Hubbell® Peer Review RatingsTM are a complimentary service to the bar that enables members of the legal community to benefit from the candid and objective peer-to-peer feedback of other lawyers.  The extensive and confidential review conducted by members of the Bar…

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Insurance Defense and Construction Law: Who is to Blame for Water Damage?

Water damage to properties can cause a soggy array of legal issues. Water intrusion is a common problem that develops into lawsuits because of the costs and damages that can occur.  Water damage is one of the easiest ways to compromise the integrity of a structure, frequently causing decay and rot to supporting materials. It…

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Family Business Succession Planning

Small businesses comprise a significant portion of our economy. Unfortunately, most small businesses do not survive into the next generation of owners. The hard work and legacy of the current and prior generations can be wasted without proper planning. Small business owners often feel they have sufficient time to begin making the transition and will…

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Bodie Names New Partner

Bodie recently named a new partner to the firm: S. Todd Willson. Bodie Law Attorney S. Todd Willson, has been named as a partner of the Firm. Mr. Willson is a wonderful addition to the already successful leadership of partners Thomas J. Dolina, Chester H. Hobbs, IV, Winn C. Friddell and Louis E. Grenzer, Jr.

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