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.
Summer Safety: River and Boating Safety Laws
Summer unofficially starts on Memorial Day Weekend. As the weather is warming up in most areas, people will begin to head to rivers, lakes, ponds, pools, and beaches this weekend. With this water pilgrimage in mind, it's important to follow the safety laws which have been implemented to save lives and…
Rockville Home Builder Sued by Maryland’s Attorney General
The Maryland Attorney General, Brian Frosh, is taking action against a Rockville home builder stating that in Maryland “home builders must be registered prior to entering into contracts with consumers and constructing their homes.” The Maryland Attorney General’s Consumer Protection Division filed a suit against Mitchell & Best Homebuilders LLC primarily because the home…
Legal Concerns for Boating, Whitewater, and Outdoor Recreation Companies
Summer is almost here, and the warmer weather means many outdoor and water-based companies (like camps, outfitters, and river guides) will be open for business throughout Maryland, DC, Virginia, and other places throughout the country. Companies that focus on outdoor recreation, especially water-based activities (such as whitewater kayaking, whitewater rafting, canoeing,…
Longman & Van Grack Sponsors Outdoor Industry Association’s 2016 Capitol Summit
Longman & Van Grack regularly represents companies and nonprofits involved in the outdoor industry through the firm's Sports and Outdoor Recreation Law Practice. Thus, our firm is regularly focused on the legal and political issues that directly affect the outdoor industry. In fact, our Outdoor Recreation Law Practice was recently profiled in Attorney…
