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The officer who came ruled his death as natural cause. He was told to call coroner but failed to do so. Told his roommates to get rid of evidence. He put no priory on cause of death. The ME said all he had to do was lift tup his shirt . He was shot in chest with a 40 something gun. Now it's a... View More 
Are sworn Virgina Conservators of the Peace permitted to have the Virginia Seal within their badge?
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answered on Aug 31, 2024
Under Virginia Code § 19.2-78, the law does not explicitly prohibit or permit the use of the Virginia Seal on badges of sworn Conservators of the Peace. However, the Virginia Code does outline specific rules regarding the use and display of the Virginia Seal, which is typically reserved for... View More
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answered on Apr 7, 2024
It's crucial to understand that towing laws can vary significantly from one jurisdiction to another, and specific circumstances play a critical role in determining legality. Generally, property owners do have the right to remove unauthorized vehicles from their property. However, most areas... View More
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answered on Feb 23, 2024
Abingdon Regional Jail may have policies and procedures in place regarding the administration of medications, including controlled substances like Suboxone. However, abruptly discontinuing Suboxone without proper medical supervision and a gradual tapering schedule can pose significant health risks... View More
Hello, I am a county employee under the Commonwealth of Virginia?
I am also in the Virginia Army National Guard.
My question pertains to inactive duty training (weekend drills). Can an employer not let you accrue leave? and do they have to pay you?
or does that only apply... View More
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answered on Oct 26, 2023
Under the Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act (USERRA), employers, including those in the Commonwealth of Virginia, are prohibited from discriminating against or penalizing employees due to their military service obligations. This protection includes your weekend drills or... View More
When the parent that's has custody never lets the one that don't see them unsupervised
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answered on Nov 5, 2023
If one parent's rights have been terminated, legally they would not have any inherent rights to visitation or custody of the children. The parent with full custody has the discretion to allow the other parent to see the children, but this is a personal choice and not a legal obligation. Should... View More
If a Federal agency feels it is in the best interest of the government to take an action, but it is not authorized to take such action, is it legal for the agency to hire a contractor to perform that action? If the agency feels it would be in the best interest of the nation, but the action would be... View More
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answered on Oct 15, 2023
In the United States, federal agencies operate within the bounds of statutory authority and regulations. They cannot take actions that are not authorized by law or regulation, even if they believe it may be in the best interest of the government or the nation. If an agency wishes to undertake an... View More
answered on Jul 11, 2023
A Virginia attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for two weeks. At this point, you could check with the resources of local and state bar associations. Additionally, there is a tab above, "Find a Lawyer," which you could use to supplement your own searches. Those... View More
I drive a completely stock 2001 Saleen S281. i have about 3" of ground clearance so i stay far away from gravel roads. This emergency access road will be the only way in and out of my neighborhood is a gravel road that is very loose, inclined, not level, and uses very large gravel bits. if i... View More
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answered on Apr 6, 2023
I see no liability for the city based on the information you provided but feel free to seek out other opinions on the matter.
A federal contractor believes another contractor poses a threat to them winning an upcoming bid. As a preemptive strategy they offer to share revenue with the other contractor by giving them positions (workers) on the new contract in exchange for their agreement not to bid. Is this legal?
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answered on Mar 5, 2023
No, offering to share revenue or profits with another contractor in exchange for their agreement not to bid on a federal contract is generally not legal. Such an arrangement would likely be considered a violation of federal procurement laws and regulations, including the Anti-Kickback Act and the... View More
The company is a subcontractor under a Prime Contractor who provides medical disability exams for Veterans Affairs. The company claims that the Prime didn't pay them for those particular services, and therefore they are not obligated to pay me for those services either. They haven't... View More
answered on Jun 7, 2022
Yes, you have a few options: 1) send them a demand letter threatening a lawsuit if they don't pay you; or 2) pass on the letter and simply fie a lawsuit. Before doing either, I'd check to confirm that your agreement does not have any language in that conditions your payment on payment... View More
Ordered $23 item did not know it was coming from Europe. Seller wont cancel. What happens if i dont pay duties/import fees.
answered on Jul 4, 2020
A Virginia attorney could advise best, but your post remains open for five weeks. You could check their terms of service, or if there are internal provisions for resolution of disputes. Good luck
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For example, can I drive on the road with rubber tracks?
answered on Apr 7, 2020
If it's one of the brutes, even in a deactivated state, you run the risk of liability for overweight vehicle damage, despite rubber tracks, and the potential for civil lawsuits from municipalities and utility companies for possible damage to sewage infrastructure and underground utilities. You... View More
The office ia at the jail and I was thinking all I need to do is bring a print out of the script instead of the pills them self
answered on Feb 26, 2020
Ask your probation officer whether you should bring the pills in their container or whether you should simply bring a pharmacy printout.
$850,000
The original contract is on file and his client stated he had possessions, that are the contract stated, he had no knowledge of the list and if found he would return. Apdx A was the 100k. list items. It a custom contact 3 pg doc. with appendix A list.. page contract written on the... View More
answered on Feb 16, 2020
It is no clear what is your question but if there was a judgment entered against you, you should file an appeal asap.
Why I'm I'm getting evicted when I was just disgusting something with my ex and we never was loud outside & we will walk away before it got serious so I don't understand why I got evicted, we live at blue ridge Manor apts Vinton,Va
answered on Feb 6, 2020
I am sorry but I have no idea why you were evicted. My law firm is located in Alexandria City, VA so I am not available to go to Vinton.
18VAC 135-20-160.B: There was incorrect DPOR form on file intended for mailing purposes. Since corrected. However, I sent them 4 other documents, including clerk of court certificate, that clearly indicate place of business address. Plus, a site visit was never done inside the residence. A site... View More
answered on Dec 14, 2019
There's an old (very old) saying most popularly attributed to Abraham Lincoln - see https://quoteinvestigator.com/2019/07/30/lawyer/
In the past I have served on a state board, and represented others before state boards. The process is technical and full of traps - you need a lawyer.... View More
I'm on a very small HOA BOD. We recently collected a special assessment to fix a washed out culvert. We collected a special assessment based on an estimate we had received from a local contractor. We were able to repair the culvert for less with another contractor.
answered on Nov 25, 2019
The answer may be in your bylaws. Read them or retain a lawyer to read them.
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answered on Apr 23, 2019
There are elements to the charge the Commonwealth would need to prove. Contact a lawyer in the area where your charge is and they may be able to locate a defense.
close to Tehran, Iran and the city wants me to provide them a map of that area in 1991 in order to prove my rightful claim. Is this legal, even in Iran??? I am living in the U.S. and need direction and advice on how to approach this. Please advise! Are they just being unreasonable or is this... View More
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