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We already have spoken to the regional property manager they sent a maintenance tech say it was off and it's not calculating correctly. We are not the only tenant being overcharged we have spoken to other tenants who are getting overcharged as well.
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answered on Mar 31, 2024
If you and other tenants believe that your apartment complex is overcharging for water bills, there are several steps you can take to address the issue:
1. Document the problem: Keep records of your water bills, including the amounts charged and any communication with the property manager... View More 
In Virginia I did go to court for citation just infraction speeding 54 on a 35. I have a super clean record as well, nothing on it was hoping I get a break. Cop did not ask typical questions like where are you going why are you almost going criminal speed. He was super quick on giving me a ticket.... View More
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answered on Mar 18, 2024
If you were present then you should not be found guilty in absentia or be asked to pay the associated in absentia fee ($35 last I checked). Check with the clerk's office for the court in which your case was called to see if there's anything you can do. It's possible that the clerk... View More
is copywrighted or trademarked
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answered on Mar 11, 2024
To determine if "Go and Glow Tanning Co." is trademarked or copyrighted, you can follow these steps:
1. Trademark Search:
- Visit the United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) website: https://www.uspto.gov/
- Click on "Trademarks" and then... View More
Is this a mechanical issue? This injury changed my life.
answered on Mar 16, 2024
A Virginia attorney could advise best, but your question remains open for a week. I'm sorry about your terrible accident and injury. To answer your question, it could be a mechanical issue. That could mean that it involves a manufacturing or design defect. It could also be a maintenance issue,... View More
I have been told the prosecutor has immunity. I lost a year of my life because of her malicious prosecution. Is there anything else I can do?
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answered on Mar 11, 2024
In cases where a prosecutor has brought charges against you that were subsequently dismissed, it can be difficult to seek recourse due to the doctrine of prosecutorial immunity. However, there are a few potential avenues you could explore:
1. Malicious prosecution lawsuit: While prosecutors... View More
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answered on Mar 8, 2024
When you're receiving Supplemental Security Income (SSI), it's important to understand how changes in your financial situation can impact your benefits. SSI is designed to help individuals with limited income and resources, and the Social Security Administration (SSA) takes into account... View More
I was arrested because they stated they found a baggy of residue In my door handle but I had just been dumpster diving
answered on Mar 8, 2024
You will get some disclosure of the evidence through the criminal court process- typically called Discovery. Your attorney will file motions to handle your case and the allegations. It can take weeks or months for information to get to you through that process.
I want everything that is available to me. Do I have to get an attorney from Philadelphia
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answered on Mar 8, 2024
I do not have enough information to give a good answer to this question. I would need to know where the divorce was filed. Was it filed in Virginia or Pennsylvania? If it was filed in Virginia, then hire a Virginia lawyer. If it was filed in Pennsylvania then hire a Pennsylvania lawyer. If the... View More
My wife started working at a Kindercare and while in training was informed by co-workers that the time during her training on campus was not paid. She has been doing her time sheet and clocking in at 0930. Is this legal in Virginia Fairfax area? To be at work during training but not be paid for the... View More
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answered on Mar 8, 2024
In Virginia, and indeed across many jurisdictions, the law typically requires that employees be paid for training time if the training is mandated by the employer and is directly related to the employee's job. The Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), which sets out minimum wage and overtime... View More
Pictures and videos from last years of our marriage. How do I handle this?
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answered on Mar 7, 2024
Infidelity is something that can cause the breakdown of a marriage. You do not say if you are seeking a divorce or what the reason is that you want to confront him so it is difficult to answer your question, however, you can always discuss your issues and concerns with your spouse. I am sorry for... View More
Judge requests that I (only living heir) purchase a probate bond costing $8-10K. Judge said bond was needed to protect the other heirs in case I ran off with the shares of stock. However, it appears that Missouri law DOES NOT RECOGNIZE nieces & nephews as valid next of kin unless there are... View More
answered on Mar 8, 2024
If the level of the heirs at law gets to siblings, then nieces and nephews of deceased siblings (and even great nieces and nephews, if applicable), become heirs at law.
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answered on Mar 6, 2024
If you last lived together in Virginia, you can go to the following court website to see if a divorce has been filed https://eapps.courts.state.va.us/CJISWeb/circuit.jsp You will want to go to the circuit court where you live and, if different, where you last lived together. You can check... View More
A man and a women get married, joining each other with 1 child each from a previous marriage. Together they have 1 child together. Over 30 years pass and the mother dies suddenly without a will. Father gets everything. Father remarries someone from a foreign country, she has two adult children and... View More
answered on Mar 6, 2024
First of all, if the first wife in your questions dies without a will in Virginia, the laws of intestate succession govern the distribution of her probate assets. In this case, the husband would receive one-third (not including potential spousal claims) and all of the children of the wife would... View More
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answered on Mar 20, 2024
The Code of Virginia (specifically, Title 46.2, which governs most traffic matters) defines "highway", "roadway", and "shoulder" separately. That being said, there are times when traffic rules will apply to vehicles on the shoulder. For instance, Section 46.2-888,... View More
Fee is unreasonable for such service. Are fees regulated anywhere?Also includes brush pickup 1 t week. City many times fails to do? Can I subtract from my bill?
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answered on Mar 4, 2024
The fees for garbage and brush pickup services, as well as the policies regarding who can opt out, are typically determined by local government regulations. The ability for businesses to opt out of such services while individuals cannot may be based on different service needs or contracts between... View More
Management has been here and assessed the problem but have not done anything to fix it. Carpet is damaged. My wife is gaging from the musty air and oder. This is the 4th time this happened. This happens when it rains. We cannot use the kitchen or living room due to furniture being piled up .
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answered on Mar 31, 2024
I'm sorry to hear about the repeated flooding issues in your apartment and the negative impact it's having on your living conditions and your wife's health. Based on the information you've provided, it seems that your landlord or property management company has been negligent in... View More
In a smoke shop business in Virginia, Who gets the charge or be taken to court for selling cannabis, the business owner the manager?
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answered on Mar 26, 2024
In Virginia, both the sale and possession with the intent to distribute marijuana carry legal consequences, which can impact both business owners and managers depending on their involvement. The law does not differentiate based on position within a company; rather, it looks at the individual's... View More
Do and what are my legal options? Why pay something that could be someone else's water bill? How can I prove its a fake bill?
answered on Mar 2, 2024
You have your question backwards. It's up to the landlord to prove it's the bill for your property. You might call the water utility and ask about billing at your address.
My dad passed and his attorney is now the executor of his estate. This attorney was having private conversations with one of my sisters and not sharing information equally. I told him I'd retained an attorney of my own and now he won't speak to me at all. Said he legally can't speak... View More
answered on Feb 28, 2024
Sometimes, lying is its own reward. The lawyer is not allowed to communicate with a represented client without the permission of the other lawyer. Since you don't have a lawyer, he can't ask for permission. He probably doesn't want to anyway, since he's responsible for keeping... View More
answered on Feb 27, 2024
I'm not entirely sure what your asking. However, if you are saying that you paid your rent late and your landlord is charging you a late fee, you should know the following. Late fees should not be more than 10% of the outstanding rent for that month. In order to charge late fees, that has... View More
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