Want to sue sheriffs department for nerve damage done to my wife's wrist from the hand cuffs.

And whoever you speak with, be prepared to discuss the details as to why she was handcuffed in the first place. One defense that will likely come...

And just to add a little Virginia specific perspective, a claim for intentional infliction of emotional distress is a very difficult claim...

What can happen if a person gets charged with simple burglary by accidentally getting in wrong car looking for their keys

I agree. There needs to be proof of criminal intent. Now exactly how to prove criminal intent is a fluid thing and depends on the facts and...

I was evicted and my property was stolen

Also, if the magistrate wont issue a warrant, you are always free to make a civil claim against your former landlord. First thing to do is to...

I agree with my colleagues. And for purposes of a motion to reconsider, you generally have to present new facts that the judge didn't previously...

My daughter was convicted of heroin possession with intent at age 21 in Dade County in 2001, and served 4 years in prison.

If this where in Virginia, she could not have the conviction expunged because it was a conviction. That being said, Virginia is one of the more...

I was at work and we got robbed but no one seen the robbery

This is one where you absolutely need to speak with an attorney to "affirmatively" build your case. You also probably shouldnt be giving more...

Can I request court supervision for petty theft under $20?

Also, at least the way I'm reading this, it appears that you are taking the position that you're innocent. That it was merely a mistake. I can...

Was charged criminally by a subordinate worker after I reprimanded her for poor performance.charges were dismissed.

Stated plainly, defamation that requires you to prove that a false statement was made and that the individual who published that statement knew it...

If I lose at trial will I receive themaximum sentence or the judge will go by my sentencing guidelines or give me maximum senten

I agree. This is a very fact specific question if you're dealing with state charges. It also depends on the particular judge. You need to sit...