What statue states the person seeking custody can non suit and does the orginal order go back in forced

Virginia Code Section § 8.01-380 allows for a non-suit in most situations. Additionally, if the case is dismissed via non-suit. The original...

My husband signed a notarized document with his ex-wife to pay her for mutual debt they acquired during their marriage 8 yrs ago

If the payment is contractual than there is potential for renegotiating it. If it has been incorporated into the Divorce Order there is less...

What can you do or who can you contact when your attorney is unjust?

I'm not really sure where the issue is here. This may just be a failure of the Attorney to thoroughly explain the matter to you. If it was a...

I moved in a basement apartment in someone's home than three weeks later I find out he is a sex offender what are my rights

Landlord/Tenant matters are very specific as to the lease you signed. You would be better served speaking to someone who can review your lease...

Is it possible to break a lease or (rewrite)in the state of Va if two people signed it and now only one of them is living there

The parties to a contract can amend the contract. However, all the parties would have to agree to the Amendments and the amendments need to be in...

What are college student's tenant rights when landlord has been served violation notices by City of Nofolk Housing?

So you really need to seek out an Attorney in Norfolk to assist you in this matter. At least to get the college student prepared for the case. ...

Will a prenuptual agreement protect me against my fiance's ex if she were to come after us for money once we are married?

Your income is not taken into consideration when determining child support obligations. While his child support obligations may affect your...

Umm I don't think alleging the officer is corrupt and gave you a ticket will help your situation. I would normally advise you to get a defense...

What actions can I legally take regarding my apartment?

I wouldn't worry about this too much.. As the Americans with Disabilities Act pretty much protects you from Discrimination in housing based upon...

I would like to know if any licensed attorney in VA can make an appeal through the Court of Appeals and the VA Supreme Court

While any Attorney who has been admitted to practice law in Va can appear in front of the Court of Appeals and Supreme Court of Va., many choose...