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Tydings, a Baltimore law firm that serves individuals and businesses in Maryland, D.C., and Virginia through its offices in Baltimore and Towson, announces that 12 of its attorneys are listed among the 2020 Maryland Super Lawyers and Rising Stars*. Glenn E. Bushel: General Litigation. Richar... Read more >

For the first time since 2004, the Department of Labor (DOL) has adjusted the minimum salary thresholds for various overtime exemptions.  Employers should mark their calendars because starting January 1, 2020, the salary thresholds for an “exempt” employee under the Fair Labor Standards Act... Read more >

Tydings welcomes La'Tika D. Howard as an associate in its litigation department. La'Tika was a summer associate at the firm prior to graduating, magna cum laude, from the University of Baltimore School of Law. She was also a law clerk for the Maryland Legal Aid Bureau and an intern at the Balt... Read more >

The Maryland General Assembly passed a new law that requires health care providers to report vaccinations and immunizations to ImmuNet, a statewide “computerized information and reminder system,” maintained by the Maryland Department of Health (“Department”).  This law became effective ... Read more >

With less than two months before 2019 comes to a close, it’s time to review your year-end tax plans.  Here are some tax planning strategies to consider to reduce your tax bill: Accelerate Deductions:  If you itemize deductions, you have some flexibility and can shift some to 2019, ... Read more >

In the 2019 session, the Maryland legislature passed a law affecting child support payments and another law governing estate distributions. These statutes impact divorcing couples and the practice of family law. Beginning October 1, 2020, if a married person does not have a will in effect at th... Read more >

During the cold and snowy days of winter is a good time to think about your loved ones and any uncompleted health, financial, or estate planning items that need to be finished.  The Tydings’ estate planning group is here to assist you with your estate planning needs.  Feel free to call u... Read more >

Medical marijuana is legal in 33 states (including Maryland) and the District of Columbia, but remains illegal under federal law.  Can your right to treat your ailment with medical marijuana under state law infringe on your constitutional right to bear arms?  In Maryland—absolutely.&nbsp... Read more >

Benchmark Litigation, a publication of Euromoney/Legal Media Group, recommends Tydings as a top litigation firm in Maryland in its 13th annual edition.  In addition to naming Tydings, Benchmark Litigation also recognizes three of the firm’s attorneys as “local litigation stars.” Willia... Read more >

Ferrier Stillman was a guest on "Money, Riches & Wealth," podcast broadcasted on WCBM radio in October 2019.  She discussed family law in Maryland. ... Read more >