Attorney at Law Magazine Recognizes Longman & Van Grack’s Recreation Lawyers
Since the firm's inception, Longman & Van Grack's recreation lawyers have regularly represented outdoor industry companies and world-renowned athletes / Olympians through the firm’s Sports and Outdoor Recreation Law Practice. We are proud to offer this industry-focused legal services to our recreation-based clients. This month, in an article titled "High Risk, High Reward: Outdoor Recreation Law as…
The Maryland 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 the decision? Maryland appeals must follow certain rules and statutes which govern when and how a case can be appealed. To address this question, this article will outline the basic stages for appealing…
Longman & Van Grack Sponsors Rockville Chamber of Commerce Event on Tuesday
On Tuesday, April 19, 2016, Longman & Van Grack will be sponsoring a "Mix and Mingle" Event for the Rockville Chamber of Commerce. This event, which is occurring at the Stanford Grill in Rockville, is a great opportunity to socialize and network with many other business owners, executives, directors, and…
Longman & Van Grack Attorney Named U.S. Director for the Sport of Canoe Slalom
Longman & Van Grack is proud to announce that one of our attorneys, Adam Van Grack, has been elected Discipline Director for the Olympic sport of Canoe Slalom in the United States. The Slalom Director position exists through USA Canoe/Kayak, the national governing body for the Olympic sports of Canoe…
Longman & Van Grack Sponsors Victims’ Rights Art Exhibit: “Finding My Own Voice”
Longman & Van Grack is proud to be a sponsors of Artist & Maker Studios' inaugural Victims’ Rights Art Exhibit in Rockville, Maryland to coincide with National Crime Victims’ Rights Week in April 2016. Longman & Van Grack regularly supports the local Washington Metropolitan Area’s art community and is also…
A Rapid Analysis: River Safety Boating Laws
Experiencing the outdoors on rivers, lakes, and the ocean is a passion than many people share. Canoeing through a massive, rocky gorge is amazing. Whitewater kayaking down a waterfall is thrilling. Speeding along on a personal watercraft in the bay is exhilarating. However, boating also involves the risk of accidental drowning. As a…
Online Travel Companies Will be Liable for Howard County Room Rental Tax
Recently, many online travel companies are being assessed taxes from different state and local governments. Specifically, the online travel companies are being assessed a rental tax in many circumstances. Maryland House of Delegates Bill 209 ("HB 209") recently amended the Maryland Code allowing Howard County to amend a tax applying to…
Longman & Van Grack Attorney to Speak at Rockville GrowthCLUB
Longman & Van Grack attorney Robb Longman has been selected to speak at the Rockville, Maryland GrowthCLUB on business law and tax law issues. Robb will speak on March 11th at the Norbeck Country Club. GrowthCLUB is a business workshop that makes creating tactical plans for your business both educational and fun.…
Contributory Negligence in Maryland, Virginia, and DC: Still Alive After All of These Years
In Maryland, Virginia, and Washington DC, contributory negligence is a legal defense that addresses the conduct of the injured party when facing a negligence cause of action in a lawsuit. Specifically, the states of Maryland, Virginia, and the District of Columbia are three of the few states that follow the doctrine of “contributory…
Supreme Court Denies Petition to Overturn Chesapeake Bay Clean Water Ruling
Yesterday, the United States Supreme Court denied the petition for certiorari from American Farm Bureau Federation and its allies to evaluate the "clean water ruling" by the United States Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit which had decided that the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) had properly approved "Chesapeake Clean Water Blueprint"…
Canoe & Kayak Magazine Quotes Longman & Van Grack’s Recreation Law Advice
The Sports and Recreation Law Practice Group at Longman & Van Grack regularly provides recreation law advice to clients regarding the rights of the outdoor industry and the rights of individuals to enjoy outdoor recreation. This week, Canoe & Kayak Magazine published an article asking "Can You Be Arrested for…
IRS Audit Rates Drop
Everyone is fearful of an audit from the Internal Revenue Commission (IRS). An IRS audit causes panic and fear in most individuals and businesses. However, the IRS has recently announced some good news for individuals regarding IRS audit rates. The IRS's own figures show that the overall individual audit coverage rate…
