Author Archives: David Weber
ESTATE PLANNING ALERT – SECURE ACT ENACTED BY CONGRESS TOOK EFFECT JANUARY 1, 2020
A new federal appropriations bill was enacted into law by Congress and the President in the final weeks of 2019. This law includes changes to the federal tax code that may affect your qualified retirement plan (such as a 401(k) or IRA). Those changes, often referred to as the “SECURE Act,” may affect individuals during […]
GWPLLC Attorney David P. Weber featured on WBAL (Baltimore) regarding the use of deadly force in Maryland
Goodwin Weber PLLC attorney David P. Weber was interviewed on WBAL Baltimore, concerning the law of deadly force in Maryland, in the aftermath of a deadly force incident that took place in Woodbine, Maryland, on Saturday night, July 20, 2019. You can watch the interview at the following link: https://www.wbaltv.com/article/police-say-woodbine-resident-shoots-kills-intruder-carriage-mill-road/28459403
GWPLLC opens its doors on Chincoteague Island, representing clients on the Eastern Shore of Virginia and Maryland
Goodwin Weber PLLC is proud to announce its grand opening on Chincoteague Island, Virginia, in the heart of historic downtown Main Street. Located on the second floor of old Boatman’s Bank Building, the oldest surviving structure in downtown Chincoteague, we are quickly becoming Chincoteague Island’s attorneys. As one of the only law firms on the […]
Spooky Times on Chincoteague Island
Tonight was the Great Pumpkin Tour to benefit Chincoteague Elementary School. Goodwin Weber PLLC’s David P. Weber, one of Chincoteague Island’s Attorneys, was excited to view all the fantastic entries from classrooms, Island businesses, individuals and families, and to vote for the best pumpkins. What follow are some of our favorite entries into the pumpkin […]
GWPLLC attorney David P. Weber testifies in support of military service members, veterans and survivors before the Maryland Legislature
On Thursday, February 2, 2017, Goodwin Weber PLLC attorney David P. Weber, will testify before the Maryland Senate in opposition to Senate Bill 13. SB 13, which was proposed by the administration of Governor Larry Hogan, proposes to eviscerate the due process that has been afforded to soldiers and officers within the Maryland Military Department […]
GWPLLC Attorney David Weber publishes A Prime Minister’s Guide to Money Laundering
Recently, Goodwin Weber PLLC attorney David P. Weber served as one of the two experts to review the Panama Papers, ultimately tying Vladimir Putin to a massive money laundering and corruption scandal. Weber, in addition to serving as one of the founders of Goodwin Weber PLLC, serves as Academic Director of the University of […]
Attorney David P. Weber to be Recognized at First Congressional Celebration for Whistleblowers
On July 30, 2015, seven United States Senators will come together for the first time to publicly celebrate and recognize our nation’s whistleblowers. Among those being recognized tomorrow – and who will be present in the Senate – is Goodwin Weber PLLC attorney David P. Weber. The celebration, hosted by the National Whistleblower Center, is […]
Ownership of digital assets: what happens to your Facebook account when you die?
Increasingly, a large portion of our assets are owned digitally rather than offline. What happens to your Facebook account after you pass away? Well, the answer depends on the actions you’ve taken to allow a loved one access to your account – whether to review its contents, close it, or create a memorial page for […]
Great day for pets in Maryland – Maryland Court of Special Appeals Recognizes Emotional Value of Pets
Despite Maryland’s progressive stance on many social issues, love and respect of pets, particularly dogs, has not been high on the list. Until today, MD Code § 11-110 of the Courts and Judicial Proceedings Article has been understood by attorneys to cap money damages on tortious injury to pets to a maximum of $7,500, no […]
GWPLLC Attorney David P. Weber featured as one of nation’s top 5 whistleblowers on National Whistleblower Appreciation Day
On July 30, 2014, by a unanimous resolution the U.S. Senate declared July 30 as “National Whistleblower Appreciation Day” for the second year in row. The resolution comes on the anniversary of the first ever whistleblower protection law, enacted on July 30, 1778. Our revolutionary founders acted swiftly when they learned that two whistleblowers, Richard […]