As the holidays approach, I enjoy receiving cards and notes from friends and clients wishing health and happiness into the New Year. In particular, I have noticed over the years the many pictures of pets that are happily displayed. The innocence and loyal love we receive from our furry friends is uniquely American. In my home, we have Rocky, our black lab, who we adopted during Covid and has been a joy (at least most of the time)!  If you have a pet, their health and safety is likely at the top of your mind, and you should know what the laws are if something ever happens to them. Currently, state law provides a right to recover up to $10,000 in compensatory damages if your pet is killed due to the negligence of another. Damages generally include the fair market value of the pet and reasonable cost of veterinary care. However, a pet owner cannot recover damages for mental and emotional distress from the death of a pet, even if someone intentionally killed your pet. Many other states recognize a greater right of recovery if someone maliciously injures your pet. Considering the roles of pets in our lives, should our State permit the recovery of emotional distress damages when a pet dies from intentional conduct? We would love to see your thoughts on our Facebook page. In addition, if your pet injures another individual, you may have coverage under your own homeowners’ policy. If you are a victim of an animal bite, you should consult with our office regarding your legal rights. Your End of Year To-Do List: Have you reviewed your auto insurance policy recently? With winter weather approaching, I highly recommend an annual check on your policy and a candid discussion with your Agent to make sure you are protected from drivers with minimal coverage. So often, I am the one who has to tell my accident victims that even though you were hurt by a negligent driver, there is little or no insurance to fairly compensate you for your medical bills, lost income, and pain. There is a solution – making sure you have uninsured motorist and underinsured motorist coverage in excess of $100k on your own policy. Coverage for UM or UIM motorist matters should not be overlooked. Call me if you have any questions. The State also has an excellent online pamphlet at Maryland Insurance Administration.com for further information. Do you have a Will and Power of Attorney? Is it up to date? I can make the process simple, straightforward and streamlined. Contact my office for guidance (we can do it remotely) and cross this off your list. On behalf of the Angelos Legal Group, I thank you for your kind support over these many years. As I enter my 32nd year of practice, please know that we are here to represent you and your families for your legal needs. Have a great holiday season and a healthy New Year. John C.M. Angelos: (410) 252-2066, C: (410) 913-5560 |
My name is John Anderson, Jr. and I am an Associate Attorney with Angelos Legal Group. It is my honor and pleasure to personally introduce myself to you over this 2021 Veterans Day Holiday. Before becoming an attorney, I spent five years in the Marine Corps infantry, traveling around the globe before my last deployment to Afghanistan. After leaving active duty, I started my academic career in the Fall of 2012 and graduated four years later with a Bachelor’s in Criminal Justice from the University of Baltimore. I then attended the University of Baltimore School of Law and graduated in December of 2019, achieving my Juris Doctor. I became a member of the Maryland Bar in June of 2020.
Presently, I am working on personal injury, medical malpractice, divorce and family law cases, criminal defense, and a variety of other matters with many different individuals. Though I work on a wide array of cases, I do have one case that I want to describe that is particularly important to me personally. A gentleman with prior service was referred to me because I advocate for the rights of other Veterans and those who currently serve our country.
I represented this Veteran in Baltimore City in a factually unique matter. The client was charged with serious criminal charges which are traditionally handled by the criminal courts and can lead to significant jail time. However, in Baltimore City there is a unique court solely for Veterans: Veterans Treatment Court (VTC). While the facts of this matter could have prevented this Veteran from standing before the VTC, I was able to successfully move his case into this court. As a result, the Veteran was able to stay in the community under strict guidance and supervision so he could continue to work and support his family and community. Without this resource for Veterans, this gentleman would not have been able to stay out of jail and receive the treatment that he so desperately needed. If you know a Veteran who is struggling or facing an uphill legal battle in our justice system, please have them call our office.
Veterans Treatment Court is a valuable and underrated resource for Veterans who have been struggling after their service. Each year the court celebrates the VTC anniversary with Veterans Day, and this year, myself and John C.M. Angelos are proud to announce that we will be in attendance at this very special celebration on November 16, 2021.
Lastly, Angelos Legal Group is supporting Wreaths across America by sponsoring Veterans’ Wreaths for Dulaney Valley Memorial Gardens (MDDVMG). We will also be in attendance for their 2021 ceremony on December 18th at noon to help place wreaths on each of the 4000+ veterans buried at Dulaney Valley Memorial Gardens. We invite all of those who are available to please come join us in supporting our veterans and their families.
Today marks 245 years since the adoption of the Declaration of Independence in 1776. We are privileged as nation to enjoy the freedom provided by this document conceived so long ago. Our team at Angelos Legal Group wishes you and your family and friends a safe and healthy holiday weekend.
Please note three new laws, detailed below, that recently passed during the 2021 Maryland General Assembly session and impact your healthcare delivery, costs, and finances:
1. The Preserve Telehealth Access Act, effective July 1, 2021, requires non-Medicare health insurance carriers to cover telehealth services. Non-Medicare, as well as Medicaid insurance providers must also reimburse for telehealth services at the same rate as in-person services.
2. Beginning October 1, 2021, the age of consent to medical treatment will be lowered in some cases, from 16 to 12 years old. With the exception of mental health care, providers will have discretion to determine that a minor under 16 years old is capable of consenting to medical treatment.
3. Starting in January 2022, income-based repayment plans will be available to all patients with medical debt. Liens and arrests for medical debt will be prohibited. Healthcare providers will also be required to refund patients within 240 days for any billing error.
Stay safe and, as always, please call me if you have any legal needs.
-John
Happy Holidays! It has been an interesting 2020, and we hope that you and your loved ones are doing as well as expected.
On behalf of my staff and family, please have a peaceful and healthy New Year. If you need us over the break, we are open and ready to serve you.
All our best,
John CM and Staff
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