I am a tenant in Virginia residing in a property that is currently up for sale. The listing does not mention that the property is tenant-occupied or that there is a need to respect tenant privacy. I've experienced disturbances, such as a showing arriving early and peering through windows, and... View More

Richard Sternberg
answered on Apr 2, 2025

The Lynchburg Board of Realtors has no say in such matters. Your contract is between you and your landlord, and it is enforceable. Maybe you need a lawyer to write a letter for you about that after reviewing the lease.

I operate a boat rental business registered as an LLC in Virginia. We launch from Gravelly Point, Arlington, VA, utilizing the Potomac River under DC jurisdiction, and sometimes use the Occoquan River. The business is personally operated by me, without employees, primarily during weekends. Although... View More

I am a tenant in Virginia and my lease agreement requires 24 hours notice for any property showings. However, the realtor has given less than 24 hours notice twice, which I've documented through text messages. Though I've been cooperative and have no intention of interfering with the... View More

My wife and I have unpaid back taxes exceeding $165,000, but there's a hold on our passports from the IRS. We haven't applied for hardship status yet. We hired a company to help with an offer in compromise, but it seems to be a scam—they delayed submitting it last month. This passport... View More

I have been denied fertility healthcare by several clinics in Virginia and Tennessee, facing discrimination that prevents me from accessing necessary medical care. I am capable of having children using my own gametes, but the clinics have not provided adequate explanations for their refusal. We are... View More

In the state of Virginia, I'm 15 years old, and I've been using my own money to pay for my phone. However, my parents took it away. Although the phone contract is under their name, they confiscated the phone because I went to track practice for a race instead of coming straight home to... View More

Richard Sternberg
answered on Apr 2, 2025

Short answer: Yes. Their house; their rules. You are a minor, and it is their job to guide you and teach you. Sounds to me like they are doing a good job. It would be a great job if they succeeded at communicating the message that you need to perform your assigned duties to keep your mutual home... View More

I finalized my divorce in September 2024 and was awarded a rental house in Virginia through the court order. I started paying the mortgage in August 2024, but my ex-spouse continued making payments from his bank account, and I reimbursed him since my loan assumption attempt was denied. He is now... View More

My mother and I do not get along, and she is refusing to go to a nursing home despite her failing health. I am her only child, and there are no legal agreements for her care. She is of sound mind, but it's becoming too much for me to handle. Social services has suggested I might have to take... View More

I'm a Canadian conditional green card holder, sponsored by my wife. I entered the U.S. on a B-2 visa in April 2023, married a couple of months later, and received my green card in March 2024. I have no criminal record or legal issues. We've planned a trip to Italy for less than 10 days at... View More

Stephen Arnold Black
answered on Apr 2, 2025

Your conditional green card will allow you to exit and enter the United States for vacation trips. You should not stay out of the country for more than six months at a time, and you should bring your conditional green card with you at all times as well as your passport. As long as the conditional... View More

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I just wanna make sure i won’t get in trouble I’ve never done anything to her but like it pains me to have to end something with someone I feel like who truly gets me but idk I guess sometimes u gotta do what u gotta do so will i be fine to date her

We started dating a half a year before I turned 18. I’m just worried bc of consent laws me and her never do anything tho

Daniel P Leavitt Lawyers, want to be a Justia Connect Pro too? Learn more ›
answered on Apr 1, 2025

Date someone 18 or older. She's too young.

I have been denied fertility healthcare by several clinics, experiencing discrimination that prevents me from accessing necessary medical care. Although I am fully capable of having children using my own gametes, I have not received adequate explanations from these clinics. We seek the return of... View More

I approached a lawyer to advocate for my civil rights, and they offered me a contract for estimated fees. However, the contract didn't include an exit clause or other provisions typically found in retainer agreements. I declined to proceed with the tasks and services due to the absence of... View More

I recently discovered that the Social Security Administration has the wrong date of birth for me, which caused my tax return to be rejected. I found out about this issue a month ago when I applied for my tax return and confirmed it with the Social Security office. Since I am undocumented, I have no... View More

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answered on Apr 1, 2025

Your situation presents a challenging intersection of tax compliance and immigration status. When the Social Security Administration (SSA) has incorrect biographical information for an undocumented individual, it creates complications for tax filing that require careful navigation. The request for... View More

Can my employer penalize me with occurrences for attending day classes at Virginia Peninsula Community College, which was discussed during my interview, while I'm using my G.I. Bill Benefits as a medical assistant? My classes are scheduled until May 10. I've reviewed the hospital policies... View More

I'm a senior supervisor in my department and have noticed that men in the same position are making $5,000-$12,000 more than I am, even though they don't know the department as well as I do. I have been in my position for 5.5 years, while the other supervisors have been in their positions... View More

I purchased a used truck "as is" from a dealer who implied it was in excellent condition. Shortly after, the truck experienced transmission issues. The dealer won't return my down payment or trade-in value, despite the lender reassigning the loan back to them after I returned the... View More

I grew up obese due to my family's lack of nutritional education and was heavily influenced by fast food advertisements targeted toward children, such as those promoting kid meals from 2010 to 2015. While I've lost weight, I'm now dealing with physical outcomes like stretch marks and... View More

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answered on Apr 2, 2025

You raise an important question about accountability for fast food marketing practices that target children without adequately disclosing health risks. From a legal perspective, pursuing claims against these companies faces significant hurdles, primarily because courts have historically been... View More

My husband and I previously filed taxes jointly and entered a payment plan with the IRS. We are now separated due to abuse, and I'm filing taxes separately. He has failed to pay his portion of our agreed tax payment plan. I've been unable to contact the IRS for guidance and have an audio... View More

I'm facing a legal issue where my ex-wife has failed to provide my son's Social Security number, preventing me from adding him to my insurance plan. I've attempted to communicate with her lawyer via email but have received no response, and I'm legally restricted from contacting... View More