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Recusal: Kiebler v. Johns Hopkins 2
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October 1, 2024

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Recusal not required for judge for wife who was a recently retired OB/GYN trained at and worked for the defendant hospital 30 years earlier.

Dispute of Fact: Thomas v. Shear 2
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September 20, 2024

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A plaintiff cannot use a portion of defense expert testimony to generate a genuine dispute of material fact and ignore other portions.

Affidavits: Thomas v. Shear 1
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September 14, 2024

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Affidavits opposing summary judgment may be stricken if they contradict prior sworn testimony of the affiant, making them irreconcilable.

Insurance Mistrial: Lewis v. Romero
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June 27, 2024

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Comment that plaintiff wanted defendant to pay for his choices did not warrant insurance mistrial. Curative instruction was also sufficient.

Entry of Judgment: Scott v. Universal 2
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April 18, 2024

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In Maryland, a plaintiff is entitled to have entry of judgment, and post judgment interest start, nunc pro tunc to the date of verdict.

Motion for New Trial: Decicco v. Fluck 1
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March 21, 2024

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In Maryland, a trial court can assign weight to evidence in exercising its discretion to grant a motion for new trial.

Peremptory Challenges: Street v. UCMC 2
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March 9, 2024

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The court can give additional peremptory challenges to multiple defendants if it finds adversity of interest between them.

Closing Arguments: Ceron v. Kamara
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February 22, 2024

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Defense counsel’s comments in closing argument on evidence that was not admitted did not prejudice the plaintiff.

HCADRO Medical Injury: Waugh v. Dimensions
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January 18, 2024

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In Maryland, a medical injury requiring filing in HCADRO involves application of a professional standard of care.

Motion for Continuance: Dagher v. Moreno
Kopec Law Firm

December 14, 2023

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In Maryland, the trial court has sound discretion to consider a motion for continuance. The review standard is an abuse of discretion.

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