It is almost always a good idea for the Defendant in a divorce case to not only answer the divorce case, but to also include a counterclaim for a...

What is the maximum amount that one can claim on a Warrant in Debt charge in Hampton, VA, without having to hire an atty?

Normally, one is not entitled to punitive damages on a contract, unless the contract itself provides for such relief, which would be highly...

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What are the costs to file for bankruptcy?

Do you mean to ask about the costs or the fees, or both? The costs are set forth on the website of the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the Eastern...

Can I file a chapter 7 I do have another job now or start the chapter 13 back up I have to do something

Ordinarily, yes, you can file a second bankruptcy case, but you will have to file a motion to extend the automatic stay with a hearing within 30...

Bank Garnishment

You should research the judgment itself. It is possible to set aside a judgment for lack of jurisdiction, including active jurisdiction over the...

What are the odds of 50/50 custody?

It is certainly possible that a judge might order shared physical custody, although sole physical custody with visitation seems to be the most...

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*What consequences would a well paid man have for not paying pendente lite almost a month late and not even the full amount ?

The court enforces its orders through the contempt process. A violation of a court order would support a motion to show cause why the violator...

How does VA calculate child support

Virginia Code Section 20-108.1 (linked below) sets forth how spousal and child support are determined in Virginia. The application of the child...

I live in Virginia and have physical custody, and joint custody with the father but is moving to NC what can I do?

Virginia law requires that all custody orders entered here include a provision for mandatory relocation notice. This means you must notify the...

I have joint costudy in VA and is moving to NC what can I do?

Registration may be the least of your legal problems. Virginia law requires that all custody orders entered here include a provision for mandatory...