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I took my daughter to her ped in Arlington and they have 2 offices locations.I always go to the one near by my house,and the office that I went today it`s in an area that I`m not familiar with.So when I was leaving the building with my daughter, I turned right and went into an avenue that... View More
answered on Dec 1, 2017
You should absolutely schedule a consultation with a traffic lawyer in your local area to discuss your case. Reckless driving is a serious ticket. A lawyer may be able to work with the Commonwealth to reduce the charge.
The order was final 3 months ago in a different county.i have primary physical custody.the child lives with me full time besides her weekend visits with her mom
answered on Nov 27, 2017
The answler to your question depends on several facts that are missing from your fact pattern. Do courts transfer jurisdiction? Yes. Will they always? No. Schedule a consultation with a local lawyer to discuss the specifics of your case in more detail.
Child support was set at 950 a month but there also is a portion of the agreement stating that non-custodial parent will pay 50% of work related child care expenses that exceed 540 a month. Childcare should already have been included in the child support total.
answered on Nov 27, 2017
An attorney is unable to answer this question without reading the terms of any documents that the parties signed and without reading the court order, if there is one. Your first step should be to seek out a consultation with a local lawyer and have them review all documents relevant to child... View More
Im pregnant with my bf's child. I have temporary full custody of my 2 children because they cannot find my ex. He has been arrested twice in 2 months and has court on 12/08/2017. He will be going to jail on felony charges. My step father and mother had custody of my 2 children from January... View More
answered on Nov 26, 2017
Anything is possible with Virginia custody law. Judges have significant discretion to award any kind of custody and visitation arrangement based upon what is best for the children. In order to get a good idea of what will likely happen in your case, you need to schedule a consultation with a local... View More
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stepdaughter has apartment in Staunton, VA. She's trying to break it off with boyfriend who has violent tendencies and threatens her with "his people." She has left premises because she is fearful of him. He won't leave. He has been staying there without landlord knowing it. He... View More
I did not give anyone permission to use my photo on a calendar. I was not on duty and offenders can see these photos. I was on a training in one photo and at a retreat in the other.
answered on Aug 31, 2016
It sounds like these photos may have been taken in the course of your employment. Without reviewing your employment contract, it is hard to say what remedies you may have. Consult a local employment lawyer.
This happened a few years ago. Their landscaper was negligent. I don't mind, however, can they claim right to my property if I do not notified them in writing? I have told them about the situation.
answered on Aug 22, 2016
Down the line, there may be some serious clouds on your title to the land. Talk with a local Real Estate attorney to discuss what steps must be taken to clear it up.
answered on Aug 22, 2016
Generally speaking, social security is offset by your child support payments. Talk with a Family Law attorney for more information.
Also, if the child is in counseling, is it possible to have the counselor subpoenaed to come to court?
answered on Aug 18, 2016
Generally speaking; if a document is relevant, it is obtained by means of properly issued and approved discovery. For a walkthrough of how to do this, you need to hire an attorney.
I haven't made a payment on a credit card since 2010 and the debt is in collections. Can the collectors send me to court or is the debt considered past the SOL because it's been over 5 years since I've made a payment?
answered on Aug 17, 2016
Generally speaking, the statute of limitations period depends on whether this was an open account or a closed account, and when the last payment was made. If you have a question about your particular case, you need to hire a Consumer Protection attorney in your local area.
I bought a rabbit from a pet store and two days later noticed it was ill. After rushing it to the emergency room, I was told it had parasites. The parasite was a deadly one and the rabbit had it before I bought it which the vet said was obvious considering the stage the infection was in. My dog... View More
answered on Aug 11, 2016
Whether you have a cause of action depends entirely on the terms of any purchase agreement you may have signed, as well as any oral assurances given to you by the store employees. For more information on your ability to sue, consider reaching out to a local Civil Litigator.
One offense happened in 2006 and the other in 2007.
answered on Aug 11, 2016
Generally speaking, Virginia is harsh on crime. We do not allow expungments where there was a finding of guilt or facts sufficient to establish guilt. Your only option is a pardon from the Governor, and those are rare. Consider consulting with a local Criminal Law attorney.
I want to get divorced but i know my husband won't sign any papers what do i do I just want out
answered on Aug 8, 2016
You need to sit down for a consultation with a local family law attorney.
These dogs destroy garbage,attack other animals, are aggressive towards children, and are food aggressive!!!
answered on Aug 8, 2016
Nope. you need to go through proper legal channels. You can't just extra judiciously take someone else's dog. Consult an attorney.
answered on Jul 29, 2016
That would depend on how the property is being held. If there is a holdout, one of the interest holders can force a partition. Seek out a real estate attorney to help with your goals.
We both want a divorce ASAP what are the steps we need to take i will be leaving va shortly what can i do she has cheated on me every year of our marriage she's run off numerous times im finally out of love with her and its no saving it so what now
answered on Jul 25, 2016
You need to sit down for a consultations with a local Family Law attorney in your area to discuss the options that are available to you.
I have an affidavit of trust signed with my employer for money that I gave him 100k cash. The Affidavit of trust states that I can ask for the money back only after 6 years after his business stats which would be in 2011. I have done that several times but each time he comes up with the excuse that... View More
answered on Jul 20, 2016
Whether you can enforce this agreement depends on a thorough review of the relevant timeline. You should take this to a local attorney for review.
Police have already claimed the dog was mine to keep since the dog was given and now the past owner says we stole him and they want 250 dollars for him. They went to another police department and told them that to try and get the dog back and now that has fallen through. I have put about 600... View More
answered on Jul 20, 2016
That would depend on a thorough review of the facts. If you are going to Court and wish to keep the dog, you may want to consider seeking out a local attorney to aid you.
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