Can a Residential Seller Force a Buyer to Close in Maryland?
- July 29, 2022
- William Heyman
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When you agree to sell real property in Maryland, there is a period between the agreement and the formal closing of the deal where a number of changes could occur. This may include the buyer getting cold feet and trying…
What is Arbitration in Maryland and How Does it Work?
- July 29, 2022
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When negotiating a contract, parties often want to set out terms for how to settle disputes in the most cost-effective and efficient way. In many cases, this involves the use of arbitration clauses. Arbitration is a legally binding process that…
What is Contract Rescission in Maryland?
- July 29, 2022
- William Heyman
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People enter into a number of different contractual agreements every day. Not all of these contracts work out, and in these situations, careful legal attention may be the only way to achieve a resolution that is equitable and reasonable. One…
What is Quantum Meruit in a Maryland Breach of Contract?
- July 22, 2022
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People enter into contractual relationships in Maryland on a daily basis. Not all of these arrangements are written out in an enforceable document or feature specific set values. This is where the legal doctrine of quantum meruit comes into play….
Can I Dissolve an LLC in Maryland if My Business Partner Refuses?
- June 25, 2022
- William Heyman
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In the course of business, disputes may arise that affect the state of the company which are critical to resolve. One example of this might be where one member of an LLC wants to dissolve the entity, but other members…
What Happens When a Real Estate Purchase Contract Expires in Maryland?
- June 10, 2022
- William Heyman
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Purchases and sales of real estate are some of the most complicated contractual agreements that most people and businesses will experience. Buying or selling a house or commercial property involves multiple stages of agreements, culminating with a closing. However, there…
What Are the Remedies Available for a Contract Breach in Maryland?
- January 28, 2022
- William Heyman
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Individuals and small businesses rely on a number of different contracts every day. Almost every daily expenditure, regardless of the size, is based on a contract. This includes everything from car leases to cell phone plans to your utilities bill….
What Are Some Ways that You Can Get Out of a Contract in Maryland?
- January 18, 2022
- William Heyman
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The State of Maryland offers a few opportunities for its citizens to escape contracts by cancelling shortly after they are executed. While these opportunities only exist in limited circumstances, they can be beneficial when you find yourself regretting a recent…
What Constitutes a Breach of Fiduciary Duty Between Business Partners in Maryland?
- January 10, 2022
- William Heyman
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Business partners are obligated by Maryland state business law to meet certain obligations of honesty, responsibility, and fairness when making decisions that could impact the partnership. When they fail in these areas, they open themselves up to liability. There are…
Breaches of Fiduciary Duty as a Stand-Alone Cause of Action in Maryland
- July 22, 2020
- William Heyman
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Plaintiffs now seemingly have more options for pleading a breach of fiduciary duty and having such claims proceed beyond motions for dismissal or summary judgment. In an opinion published July 14, 2020, Maryland’s Court of Appeals held that a “breach…