How much should I accept for my pain and suffering? Do I need to get a lawyer?

You've received excellent advise. Good luck.

Can i sue for emotional damage, or harassment? as well as defamation? or maybe discrimination?

Take it as a challenge; rise above the shallowness.

Your friend needs an attorney.

Can my ex abuse me emotionally, hide kids in house, change them into his bodyguards, train them to disrespect and neglect me

You should consult with a family law attorney and perhaps child protective services.

Can a insurance company hold my settlement?

Title needs to be clean

I had a plumber come in he came alone-asked me to help move a piece of furniture -damaged my finger is he liable for the damages

Isn't it your furniture and didn't you consent to help? Difficult at best

Can the at fault insurance get out of paying my medical bills if the medical payments portion of my insurance already paid?

Unless you are obligated to pay back your carrier, why would the liability carrier have to pay for what's been paid. There is nothing in...

Can I sue the Dept of Corrections for violating my son's constitutional rights to get medical and psychiatric care in Virginia?

Sorry for you situation. What you describe is horrific and beyond justification. There are many issues at play here. The sooner you consult with...

What action should we take if our dogs were wrongfully accused of biting an individual and that person has contacted an attorney

Report the incident to your homeowner's insurance company and contact local counsel for the charges.

All parties may come to a mutual agreement.