Maryland Takes the Lead After Federal Settlement in the Francis Scott Key Bridge Collapse

*Paige Lauenstein I. Introduction The March 26, 2024 collapse of the Francis Scott Key Bridge triggered numerous lawsuits from Maryland, the United States government, Baltimore City, Baltimore County, and private citizens.[1] After the United States’ $102 million settlement,[2] the State of Maryland now leads the effort to recover over $1.7 billion for bridge replacement andContinue reading “Maryland Takes the Lead After Federal Settlement in the Francis Scott Key Bridge Collapse”

Maryland Tax Sales: Change is on the way—One way, or Another

*Joshua Rodriguez I. Introduction In August of this year, Baltimore City resident Deana Woodward lost her home to the City’s tax sale process, likely due in part to an error by Baltimore City’s Department of Public Works.[1] Baltimore City executed Ms. Woodward’s eviction August 7, 2023, despite efforts to cease forced removals on owner-occupied tax saleContinue reading “Maryland Tax Sales: Change is on the way—One way, or Another”