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answered on May 16, 2019
You need to make sure your objections were presented to the judge so the judge has an opportunity to correct what you may object to. Note that orders become final 21 days after entry.
You must notice your appeal with 30 days of entry of the final order.
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answered on Jan 30, 2019
I don't even know what you're trying to ask. If you were charged with driving without a license you can request a court appointed lawyer at your hearing or hire someone. Usually it helps to get properly licensed. Good luck.
answered on May 12, 2018
Your friend need to talk to his lawyer to learn what is going on with his case.
I took a guilty plea in Norfolk September 2017 in a A&B case against a family member, taking the victims word as she is my wife. It has now come to light that she struck me first while I was intoxicated and I responded by hitting her twice. This has ruined my career and service to the country,... View More 
answered on Feb 15, 2018
You had 10 days to appeal and 60 days to reopen you case. You are obviously outside those 2 limitations. You could speak to an experienced criminal defense attorney about bringing a habeas application but I am not certain how successful that would be. I think you are stuck with your plea.
Did my lawyer do his job? I feel like he did it to get more $$$
answered on Mar 20, 2018
Your attorney is in the best position to explain what happened in your case. Depnding on the facts of your case,therecould be any number of reasons why your attorney might have pursued a particular defense strategy. The attorney who represented you should be able to explain to you his reasons for... View More
This is taking place in the state of Virginia. She's actually harassing me but I can't file anything against her because I don't know anything about her.. How is this even possible? She keeps filing false charges against me, I don't know what to do
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answered on Dec 16, 2017
If the Protective Order civil case was heard in General District Court, she can appeal within ten (10) calendar days. The appeal is heard in the Circuit Court of the county where the first case was filed. Contact an experienced defense lawyer in your area for a full consultation.
They will go away
answered on Dec 14, 2017
Yes, the prosecutor can say/do that. Hire a local experienced criminal defense attorney to represent you.
It is a federal case and we need help finding a lawyer for his case out in Virginia.
answered on Nov 28, 2017
Hello. If you contact my office I can discuss with you. I handle federal criminal defense cases. Thank you.
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He's in central regional jail now after breaking his parole
answered on Nov 24, 2017
Are you trying to find your husband's release date? You can contact the VADOC Court and Legal department or you can have your husband get his legal update sheet. That will have a release date.
Judgment stated i must attend a alcohol rehabilitation program. I completed the Navy's SARP program in 2012. I have an out of state license but found out later my driving privileges were suspended in program by VASAP. Called VASAP told them I attended SARP and was told they would accept my... View More
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answered on Aug 9, 2017
You need to talk with a lawyer who is an expert in Virginia DUI law. This interstate licensing snafu is one that we see dozens of times a year. Whoever your attorney was back when this was done needed to provide guidance on how to address these issues.
Call Burk Beale. Tell him I referred... View More
He was guilty of reckless driving. Police evidence with pictures showed he crossed the line. Causing the collision
answered on Jun 8, 2017
He had an automatic right to appeal and have a new trial in circuit court.
Most likely, he or his attorney (if he was represented) hopes for a better outcome on appeal.
Even if post conviction relief. Is the lawyer Lying when he say I can.
answered on Mar 6, 2017
When a case is dismissed without prejudice, it leaves the plaintiff free to bring another suit based on the same grounds, for example if the defendant doesn't follow through on the terms of a settlement. http://www.nolo.com/dictionary/dismissal-without-prejudice-term.html
If an employer makes a couple of discrepancies on employment record that prohibits employment within career field and neglected a federal regulation by law. If a requirement of a regulation specifies receiving "immediate" medical attention directly away from a scene as opposed to noticing... View More
answered on Mar 6, 2017
You would need to compare those facts to the basis on which the court dismissed the prior complaint in order to determine whether they overcome the defects in the claims previously alleged. From your description it is not possible to draw a conclusion.
I would like to amend my complaint but the case was dismissed in US District Court and stated any attempts to amend complaint would be futile.
answered on Mar 5, 2017
No, a complaint cannot be amended when the case is on appeal from dismissal.
Can the District and Appeals Court judgment be overturned in the Supreme Court of the US through a Writ of Certiorari?
answered on Mar 5, 2017
If you did not file a motion for the district court to change venue, then there is nothing for the appellate court to review.
During the recent snow it was declared a state of emergency. When we couldn't attend the event. The host refused to reimburse the fees. Our ethics committee of the athletic association strongly recommended they reimburse. The host refused. We are appealing to the National board of directors.
answered on Feb 6, 2017
The question requires clarification. What sort of ethics committee is involved, what industry/occupation and what grounds did the body give for its decision? Is enforcement being sought via the courts or in a private licensing/certification setting? For example, if this were a legal ethics matter,... View More
In my opinion juveniles make a lot of mistakes, but whose to say that you don't change? I think the sentence of 38-40 years to a 15 year is just way to much. I wanna look more into this case
answered on Jan 14, 2017
You did not list the case that you are referring to, so a lawyer on this website will not be able to help you.
worked for a private family doing CNA work when I sustained a lower back injury while helping her out of the car. I sought medical attention 2 days later when the pain did not subside. Insurance company contacted and took three weeks to set me up with a Doctor. The Dr. Put me on light duty not... View More
answered on Dec 7, 2016
The information you provided does not clearly state sufficient facts to answer your question.
Your medical records would need to be reviewed for additional information.
The second injury does not appear to be compensable but if your claim was denied, consult an attorney in your area... View More
my aunt signed a binding agreement with me stating she would leave me her house upon death if I would give up my home to move in with her and take care of her, I took care of her for over 4 yrs. preventing her from entering a nursing home. She passed and the house went to her stepdaughter in a... View More
answered on Nov 15, 2016
You can pursue a declaratory judgment action, but you are likely in a difficult position if you did not have a written and duly recorded agreement to receive the house. You should consult an attorney.
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