BDBF News and Legal Updates

BDBF partner Dan Shaivitz delivered outstanding results to several victims of automobile accidents in just one week of June 2022.  It reminded Dan why he enjoys doing what he does and helping the people who come to BDBF with their worst problems. It also reminded Dan of how unreasonable insurance companies can be and how clients...

As Montgomery County voters mark their ballots this summer, you will see “Circuit Court Judge, Pick 4” towards the bottom of your ballot.  By the time you get to the bottom of the ballot, you may be suffering from “ballot fatigue”. Although our firm strays from political activism, this is a non-partisan election.  And for...

Spring has sprung, courts are easing pandemic restrictions, and many of my cases that were on pause during the pandemic are going to trial.  For many of my clients, that means their day in court and justice is around the corner.  I too am excited, but not just for my clients.   I enjoy the thrill...

With courthouses across the DMV beginning to open their doors again, it is important to remember a few simple rules when preparing to appear in court for your trial date. Here are 5 common mistakes you can avoid to lose your case before it is even called: 1) Arrive on Time! Even before the pandemic,...

BDBF attorneys continue to speak to members of the community, young and old, about what they do! This month, Jeremy Rachlin presented to approximately 20 families at the Jewish Community Center of Greater Washington.  His presentation, “Estate Planning Fundamentals for the Young Family,” explained the basic estate planning documents all parents should have in place. ...

It’s March!  This means that it’s Spring Break season for college students. Inquiring minds asked about the favorite spring break memories of BDBF attorneys.  Details have been polished over to protect the innocent (and perhaps the guilty).   Liz Farley During my senior year of college at SUNY Geneseo, a few of my college roommates...

As the pandemic-related lockdowns have ended and more cars are on the road, we have noticed a disturbing trend—more accidents, more severe injuries, and more significant claims. And as a result, we are more frequently pursuing injury claims on behalf of our clients that are pushing the limits of applicable liability coverage on the at-fault...