Collecting trademark infringement judgements takes care
Commentary: The U.S. Supreme Court ruled that trademark infringement profit recovery is limited to named defendants, affecting a $43 million judgment in Dewberry Group case.
Adjunct faculty at UMD schools deserve collective bargaining rights
Commentary: Adjunct faculty at University of Maryland seek collective bargaining rights through legislation to improve pay, etc.
Can I put a lien on that?
Commentary: Attorney’s liens in Maryland include retaining liens and charging liens, each with specific rules and ethical considerations.
10 early intervention tips for parents of children with autism
Commentary: Learn 10 practical early intervention tips for parents of children with autism to foster communication, social skills, and independence.
Modular housing expanding its footprint
Commentary: Modular housing in Baltimore aims to reduce costs and accelerate affordable construction through factory-built components and workforce development.
Gender-affirming care guidelines bring complex issues
Commentary: Supreme Court ruling, federal guidelines bring complexities to gender-affirming care for states.
When power markets reward scarcity, customers lose
Commentary: Maryland's power market under PJM auctions drives costs and highlights the need for regulatory reform and utility involvement.
Two great trial lawyers in times past
It is sometimes fortunate that we can look to the past for guidance — and to expand our views — in present times. Consider the following two outstanding trial advocates, […]
Maryland’s outlier law fails to protect Marylanders
Every day in Maryland, workers and families are seriously harmed by corporations and bad actors that cut corners, ignore safety warnings, and put profits ahead of people. Yet even when […]
The path to more Black educators starts in higher education
Maryland is grappling with a persistent educator shortage. The challenge is especially acute in schools serving students of color.
The art of influence
As lawyers and executives, we are in the business of persuading others. Yet sometimes patience, professionalism and objectivity fail to persuade or influence the right people. Since we need an […]
What I learned from giving away millions of dollars
In my time stewarding millions in philanthropic investments across Baltimore, I’ve discovered something counterintuitive: the most important part of giving away grant dollars isn’t about determining where the money should […]
















